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  • Arthrodesis of the ankle - Definition

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    Arthrodesis of the ankle is a surgical operation which consists of fusing the tibia and the fibula, the 2 leg bones, to the foot bones, notably the talus. The ankle is going to lose its mobility,...

  • Sprained ankle - Definition

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    A sprained ankle is a trauma of the ligaments situated in the ankle joint. It is a very common pathology, that can occur during daily activities or athletic practice, as a result of a misstep or a...

  • Ankle fracture - Definition

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    The astragalus, or talus, is a bone in the tarsus, the group formed by the seven bones at the back of the foot. It is connected to the two leg bones, the tibia and fibula, and the calcaneus...

  • Ankle (anatomy) - Definition

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    The ankle is a joint of the lower limbs. It helps to articulate the foot. The ankle consists of lower parts of the tibia and fibula, and the talus bone. The ankle is held by two major ligaments,...

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