Outcomes and Return to Sports Following the Ankle Lateral Ligament Reconstruction in Professional Athletes: A Systematic Review of the Literature.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The literature on the early reconstruction of severe acute lateral ligament injuries in professional athletes suggests earlier rehabilitation and reduced incidence of recurrent instability. Predicted time to return to training and sports is important to both the athlete and the club and has not previously been reported.

Aims and objectives

The primary aim was to establish the best treatment options available for lateral ligament injury in professional athletes and assess the average time to return to physical training and return to play (RTP). Secondary aims were to find out the rate of return to the pre-injury level of competitive sports and the reasons for delayed recovery.

Materials and methods

We performed a systematic review according to PRISMA guide

SUBMITTER: Goru P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8789970 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature