Solheim L F, Denstad T F, Roaas A
Acta Orthop Scand. 1980 Feb;51(1):193-6. doi: 10.3109/17453678008990785.
Reconstruction of the lateral ankle ligaments ad modum Støren, using the medial one third of the Achilles tendon as a nourished transplant is a relatively unknown procedure. Thirty patients operated on using this technique have been evaluated. The mean observation time was 4 years (range 1/2--16 years). All patients but one had a stable ankle joint and were satisfied. One was reoperated after sustaining a new injury 6 months after the original operation. The method described is a good alternative to other methods of ligamentous reconstruction. The procedure also stabilizes the subtalar joint and corrects recurrent subluxation of the peroneal tendons.
