December 8, 2025Foot & Ankle InternationalOpen Access

Rotational Dynamics of the Distal Tibiofibular Joint After Operative Treatment of Ankle Fractures With Syndesmosis Injury

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Excess fibular rotation persists after treatment of ankle fractures, implying implications for future interventions.
The mean fibular rotation difference was 2.7 degrees compared to uninjured ankles, indicating reduced stability post-surgery.
Weightbearing cone beam computed tomography assessed syndesmosis dimensions and rotation under stress in 39 patients.
Significance of findings may guide future treatments for syndesmosis injuries in larger, more diverse populations.

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Observational analysis revealed persistent rotational dynamics in ankle fractures with syndesmosis injury, suggesting a need for further evaluation.

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Observational analysis revealed persistent rotational dynamics in ankle fractures with syndesmosis injury, suggesting a need for further evaluation.