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Ankle ligament surgery can significantly reduce or even eliminate pain—especially if the pain is due to chronic ankle instability or severe ligament damage that hasn't responded to conservative treatments.Here’s a breakdown to help you understand.
When Surgery Helps with Pain, Surgery is often successful in stopping the pain if.
You have chronic ankle instability (your ankle gives way often).
There’s a complete ligament tear that isn’t healing.
You’ve tried physical therapy, bracing, or medications without success.
Pain is affecting your daily activities or sports performance.
What Happens During Surgery?
The surgeon will repair or reconstruct the torn ligaments—usually the ATFL (anterior talofibular ligament).
They may use stitches or anchors to tighten and reattach the ligament.
In some cases, tendon grafts are used if the original ligament is too damaged.
Yes, ankle ligament surgery can stop the pain, especially if the source is unstable or torn ligaments. The success also depends on your overall joint health and commitment to recovery.
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