Does Syndesmosis Injury Require Surgery?

Surgery of the syndesmosis most often is needed after a traumatic disruption. The goal of surgery is to properly align and stabilize the joint so the ligaments can heal in the correct position.

How do you treat syndesmosis injury?

Acute instability of the syndesmosis must be treated surgically by placing a syndesmotic screw or a suture button. Sometimes AITFL repair is all that is needed.

Can you walk with a syndesmosis injury?

The ankle will be painful and difficult to walk on, and there will usually be pain on touch above the ankle joint itself. Pain may be present through to the calf, and it is usually painful or difficult to pull the foot and toes up.