2023 Annual Meeting Foot & Ankle Access Pass-Discussion

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A panel of foot and ankle experts discusses treatment and return-to-sport timelines for large osteochondral lesions, emphasizing around five to six months for running post-surgery based on pain and healing progress. Syndesmotic injury management depends on deltoid ligament involvement, with surgery recommended if it's ruptured. MRI and weight-bearing CT scans assist diagnosis. Surgical approaches, including incision techniques and anchor placements, are personalized to minimize complications like heel pain. Deltoid ligament repair often focuses on the superficial portion, with the deep part healing functionally. Supporting injured ligaments with inserts during immobilization is crucial to prevent elongation and promote proper healing.

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Moderators: Eric I. Ferkel, M.D.,
Kevin D. Martin, D.O., FAANA

Keywords

osteochondral lesions

return-to-sport timeline

syndesmotic injury management

deltoid ligament repair

diagnostic imaging