Contribution to stress X-ray visualization of the fibular ligaments.

To determine the extension of a lesion of the fibular ligament with customary techniques is a highly subjective matter, since it underlies personal evaluation criteria. These criteria determine the indication for surgery. Socalled fixation devices are now made available, to avoid a wide margin of errors and to provide a means of attaining standardized and reproducable findings, which facilitate clinical diagnosis. We examined the Scheuba-fixation device in terms of its diagnostic value. In routine application in the clinic the device has proven to be useful, helping to decide on the proper treatment, especially in borderline cases.