Biomechanics of the Distal Tibiofibular Syndesmosis: A Systematic Review of Cadaveric Studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This investigation's purpose was to perform a systematic review of the literature examining the biomechanics of the ligaments comprising the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis with specific attention to their resistance to translational and rotational forces. Although current syndesmosis repair techniques can achieve an anatomic reduction, they may not reapproximate native ankle biomechanics, resulting in loss of reduction, joint overconstraint, or lack of external rotation resistance. Armed with a contemporary understanding of individual ligament biomechanics, future operative strategies can target key stabilizing structure(s), translating to a repair better equipped to resist anatomic displacing forces.

Study design

Systematic review.

Methods

A systematic re

SUBMITTER: Khambete P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8702939 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature