2022 AOSSM Annual Meeting Recordings with CME-Syndesmosis Sprain Decision Making and Treatment Options

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Video Summary

The video discusses the topic of syndesmotic injury in athletes, specifically in the lower extremity. The speaker highlights that this type of injury is relatively uncommon in the general population but occurs more frequently in athletes who engage in sports like football, lacrosse, and hockey. The speaker explains that the syndesmosis is a ligamentous complex consisting of several parts and emphasizes the importance of understanding its shape, depth, and mobility. Mechanisms of injury are discussed, including external rotation of the body and lower limb relative to a stable foot. Diagnostic tests such as the squeeze test and external rotation stress test are mentioned, along with the use of imaging techniques like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. The speaker also explains the significance of arthroscopy in diagnosing and treating syndesmotic injuries. Different treatment options, such as suture button fixation and buttress plate use, are discussed, and the speaker emphasizes the importance of addressing both the syndesmosis and the medial deltoid complex. The video concludes with a case example demonstrating the management of a syndesmotic injury through arthroscopy and repair of the medial deltoid. No credits were mentioned in the transcript provided.

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Kirk McCullough, MD

Keywords

syndesmotic injury

athletes

lower extremity

ligamentous complex

sports injuries