2009 Reduction of Ankle Joint Dislocation eMedicine Procedures

Description: The ankle is a unique modified saddle joint that, together with the subtalar joint, provides range of motion in several physical planes while maintaining stability. The ankle's complex function as a pivoting structure positioned to bear almost the entire weight of the body leaves it vulnerable to tremendous forces of injury. Pure dislocation without associated fracture was thought to be rare;1 however, several cases of isolated ankle dislocation without fracture have recently been reported.
Moira Davenport, MD 2009