Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle arthroscopy uses a tiny camera and instruments through small portals to treat impingement, cartilage lesions, and synovitis with minimal scarring.
Medically reviewed by Michael G. Lyons, DPM — Board-Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon
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- Anterior ankle impingement
- Osteochondral lesions of the talus
- Synovitis
- Loose bodies
Two or three small portals around the ankle allow visualization and treatment with specialized arthroscopic instruments.
- Boot 2–4 weeks
- Physical therapy
- Return to activity 6–12 weeks
- Nerve irritation
- Infection (rare)
- Persistent symptoms
Conditions this procedure treats
Anterior Ankle Impingement
Anterior ankle impingement is pain at the front of the ankle caused by bone spurs or thickened soft tissue. Common in athletes and patients with prior ankle injuries.
Learn moreOsteochondral Lesion of the Talus
An osteochondral lesion is a cartilage and bone injury within the ankle joint, often following an ankle sprain. Persistent ankle pain after a sprain may signal an OLT.
Learn moreAnkle Arthritis
Ankle arthritis causes stiffness, pain, and reduced motion. Most ankle arthritis is post-traumatic — following an old fracture or repeated sprains.
Learn moreFrequently asked questions
How big are the incisions?
About 5 mm each — usually three small portals total.
Request a surgical consultation
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