A 46-year-old female asked:
incurred an ankle fracture (bone chips) & torn ligaments 25 yrs ago. daily pain with any weight bearing activity. how might surgery help?
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Dr. Donald Hohman Jr answered
13 years experience Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery
Maybe: It depends on what your physical exam and xrays show. There are several procedures that may be considered aNd you could consider evaluation with your pmd and or orthopedic surgeon to discuss
Answered on Mar 18, 2017
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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered
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The same way : Your bones have healed the ligaments will heal. The question is how will they heal. We're they torn, did they get "shredded" and are they repairable o ... Read More
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A 24-year-old male asked:
Dr. Craig Morton answered
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See below: This will depend on the type of surgery and rehabilitation. Your physician will be able to answer that question.
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A 22-year-old male asked:
Dr. Gary Kugler answered
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Not uncommon: Severe injuries to the soft tissues (ligaments, tendons, joint capsule, etc.) about the ankle can be a long- term problem for some. See a specialist ... Read More
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