AJSM Webinar Series - March 2024: The State of the Art in Lateral Ankle Ligament Instability Treatment. An AJSM/AOFAS Webinar.-AJSM Webinar Series- Lateral Ankle Instability

AJSM Webinar Series- Lateral Ankle Instability - AOSSM/AOFAS

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The webinar discussed the surgical management of lateral ankle sprains in athletes, emphasizing techniques like open repair, arthroscopic repair, and anatomic reconstruction. Presenters highlighted the importance of individualized approaches based on injury severity and patient goals, as well as the significance of post-operative recovery and return-to-play decisions. The need for a team approach involving various professionals was emphasized, along with managing expectations and factors influencing the timeline for return to play. Rehabilitation protocols, return to play criteria, post-operative care, managing patient expectations, and factors like soft tissue healing were also addressed. The webinar stressed the importance of monitoring, gradual progression, and communication for a successful recovery and safe return to optimal performance levels for athletes.

Keywords

surgical management

lateral ankle sprains

athletes

open repair

arthroscopic repair

anatomic reconstruction

individualized approaches

post-operative recovery

return-to-play decisions

rehabilitation protocols

return to play criteria