Ankle

Definition

Fracture talus through articular cartilage into subchondral bone

- 2° force transmitted from distal tibia

Osteochondritis dissecans v osteochondral fracture

Epidemiology

6% ankle sprains

Average age = 25 

M > F

Location

Definition

Chronic instability due to rupture of one or more parts of the lateral ligament

Anatomy

Progressive injury

1. Anterolateral capsule

2. ATFL

3. CFL

NHx

Can lead to ankle OA over time

Definition

Neuropathic Arthropathy

Progressive destructive arthropathy 2° to neurological condition

- usually minimal to no trauma

Aetiology