Vitale T D, Fallat L M
Department of Podiatric Surgery, Oakwood Down River Medical Center, Lincoln Park, Michigan.
J Foot Surg. 1990 Jan-Feb;29(1):33-6.
The late sequelae of an ankle sprain is described in the form of an acquired tibiofibular synostosis. A synostosis can result in loss of dynamic motion between the tibia and fibula, which may create decreased and painful ankle motion. A case report and surgical procedure is presented.
