These data suggest that the additional reinforcement of an ankle's lateral ligament complex repair of the ankle with the inferior extensor retinaculum may be marginal at the time of surgery.
A minimally invasive, arthroscopic approach can be considered for treating patients with lateral ankle instability who have failed conservative treatment.
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