Most elite athletes return to preinjury competitive activity after surgical treatment for medial malleolus stress fractures
Kishan R. Ramsodit,
Ruben Zwiers,
Miki Dalmau‐Pastor
et al.
Abstract:PurposeTo provide return‐to‐performance outcomes after surgical treatment for medial malleolus stress fractures in the elite athlete. Additionally, to describe an individualised surgical approach in the management of medial malleolus stress fractures.MethodsFive athletes (six ankles) underwent surgical treatment for a medial malleolus stress fracture. The surgical technique was based on the extent of the fracture line in steps with first arthroscopic debridement of bony spurs, microfracturing of the fracture l… Show more
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