Distal Tibiofibular Joint (DTFJ): The joint formed by the ... Suture Button Fixation: A surgical technique used to stabilize syndesmotic injuries by placing a button-like device that holds the ...

Syndesmotic injuries occur when the ankle is ... If a high ankle sprain isn't treated, the ankle joint can become unstable and susceptible to further injury. Treatment will depend on the extent ...

Syndesmotic fixation is usually unnecessary ... should result in full congruency of the ankle mortise and a level joint line. Trimalleolar fractures, especially when they involve more than 25% ...