title: Management of acute and chronic lateral ligament injuries of the ankle.
abstract: Acute and chronic lateral ligament injuries of the ankle represent a common but persistent problem to orthopedic specialists. A comprehensive physical examination and classification system were proposed as an approach to this problem. Guidelines for both conservative and surgical management for acute and chronic injuries are described. A comparison of the most common lateral ligament repairs is provided, with emphasis on the benefits of the so-called anatomic repair.
authors.affiliation: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas.
authors.forename: S G
authors.initials: SG
authors.lastname: Trevino
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Davis
authors.forename: P J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Hecht
mesh_terms: D016512:Ankle Injuries / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000534:rehabilitation; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000517:prevention & control; D017844:Lateral Ligament, Ankle / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods; D013180:Sprains and Strains / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000534:rehabilitation