HIGH ANKLE SPRAINS(Syndesmosis Injuries)

Prepared by Dr.Murat BIRINCI SUMMARY High ankle sprains involve injury to the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis and typically result from external rotation forces.They are less common than low ankle sprains but are associated with longer recovery times and higher morbidity.Diagnosis requires a high index of suspicion and often stress radiographs or advanced imaging.Treatment depends on stability,…