Indications for a lateral ankle reconstruction, considerations during the pre-op and post-op phases of rehabilitation, and communication between the surgeon and AT.

Timestamps

2:44- When is a lateral ankle reconstruction considered?

3:59- What clinical findings can indicate a lateral ankle reconstruction?

5:55- Graft considerations

8:10- What should the AT focus on during pre-op

9:18- Manual therapy with ankle instability

10:40- Graft-dependent focus for pre-op

11:56- How often are patients following up post-op?

14:44- Complications to consider

17:55- Differences in populations

18:32- What should ATs ask prior to surgery?

19:41- Does the surgical technique change the outcome?

21:14- Return to play considerations

Action Item: What advice would you give to someone rehabbing lateral ankle reconstruction for the first time?

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