Arthroscopic vs open surgery for ankle instability
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares two surgical approaches to treat ongoing ankle “giving way” or instability. It aims to find which method works better for people whose ankle instability has lasted at least several months.
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Who can take part
- You’re between 18 and 65 years old
- Your ankle has felt unstable for the past 6 months or more
- You’ve had an ankle sprain, and exams/tests show ongoing instability (including an MRI confirmation)
- You have not had surgery on that same ankle/foot before
- No related major injuries like tendon rupture, fractures, or cartilage/bone damage in the ankle
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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