Controversies in the diagnosis and treatment of acute lateral ankle sprains
10.3760/cma.j.cn115396-20240314-00076
- VernacularTitle:急性外侧踝关节扭伤诊疗的争议问题
- Author:
Yungu CHEN
1
;
Shengxuan CAO
;
Xin MA
Author Information
1. 复旦大学附属华山医院骨科，上海 200040
- Keywords:
Ankle joint;
Sprains and strains;
Preventive medicine;
Ankle instability;
Stress test;
Conservative treatment
- From:
International Journal of Surgery
2024;51(3):145-152
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Acute lateral ankle sprains are the most common musculoskeletal injury of the lower limbs. Without timely intervention, the condition may progress to chronic ankle instability, leading to a series of adverse consequences. Therefore, accurate diagnosis, classification, and active intervention are essential. Currently, there are numerous diagnostic methods, classification criteria, and treatment methods for acute lateral ankle sprains in clinical practice, with some aspects still subject to debate. This article will provide an overview of the progress and controversial issue in diagnosis, classification, and treatment methods for acute lateral ankle sprains.
