What is the definition or description of: ankle ligament surgery?

Surgical repair of: Ankle ligaments can be a pretty involved procedure, using tendons to replace torn ligaments, looping them through bone, or it could just involve repairing the torn ligament(s), depending on the extent of the injury and the activity of the patient. Couch potatoes don't need the same level of reconstruction as athletes. Discuss options with your surgeon.

Repair stability: Ankle ligament surgery involves repairing your existing ligaments to strengthen and add stability to your ankle. There are many types of surgery involved with the ankle including arthroscopic which may be accomplished through very small incisions.

See below: It is the lengthening, shortening, retorting or stabilizing of any ligament that crosses the ankle joint.