CME expires October 31, 2026

Sharpen your problem-solving skills with relevant patient cases from experts on the frontlines!

In this journal-based CME activity, you will review recommended strategies for the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient with syndesmotic ankle injuries by following an evolving patient case scenario based on a recent article from the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS). Test your understanding of key concepts with a challenging multiple-choice quiz at the end of the case.

Case Editor
Taggart Taylor Gauvain, MD, FAAOS

 

Author
William M. Granberry, MD, FAAOS
 

Learning Objectives

• Describe the mechanism of injury and pathoanatomy of syndesmotic injuries.
  • Identify the workup for a patient with a syndesmotic injury, including the physical examination and imaging studies.
  • Review the algorithm for the surgical and nonsurgical management of syndesmotic injuries.
  • Discuss surgical fixation techniques for the management of syndesmotic injuries and the rationale for their use.

Earn up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits™.