Internal Ankle Brace

Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports injuries encountered. One of the main ligaments that stabilize the ankle joint is Anterior-Talo Fibular ligament (ATFL). It is often the one that is either sprained or completely torn in inversion type ankle sprains.

Untreated ankle sprains result in ankle instability. One of the main complains patients have is that they lack stability while walking/running and the ankle “gives out” resulting in repeated sprains.

What is Internal Ankle Brace?

Internal Brace, by Arthrex, is now becoming the standard of care when it comes to repair of the ATFL and CFL ligaments. Primary repair of the ligament still remains the mainstay of the procedure but it is now reinforced via bone anchors and a suture tape is inserted in the Fibula and Talus along the natural course of the ATFL ligament. This suture tape acts as a “seatbelt” of sorts preventing the ankle from giving out if the primary repair fails.

Internal Ankle Brace

Brostrum- Gould has long been the surgical treatment of choice, which involves primary repair of the ATFL ligament. Often, the Calcaneo-Fibular ligament needs to be addressed as well.

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Our doctor, specialize in Trauma/Injury/Fractures, Diabetic Foot Care, Foot and Ankle Medicine and Surgery, Pediatric Foot Care, Wound Care,, Arthritic Foot & Ankle, Custom Orthotics, Geriatric Foot Care, Ingrown Nails, Fall Prevention, Hammertoes, Sports Medicine, Bunions, Fungal Nails, Foot & Ankle Pain, and Flatfoot.

Dr. Darryl Martins

DPM, FACFAS

Dr. Martins has been trained in both Canada and the United States, mastering the art of foot and ankle surgery.

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Foot And Ankle Treatments In Michigan

For our patient’s convenience, we offer our service for Internal ankle brace in Adrian, MI, Internal ankle brace in Ann Arbor, MI, and Internal ankle brace in Jackson, MI locations. We have our own digital x-ray, MRI, Cat-scan, and ultrasound equipment at many of our podiatry clinics. Our on-site podiatric physical therapy clinics allow for constant communication between the physicians and physical therapists, ensuring the most effective therapy and successful recovery for our patients.

Foot And Ankle Treatments

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