Question

How far above the joint line should the ankle syndesmosis tightrope be placed?

A. At the joint line.
B. 5mm above the joint line.
C. 10mm above the joint line.
D. 15mm above the joint line.

Answer 1

The ankle syndesmosis tightrope should be placed 2 cm above the ankle joint line for the treatment of syndesmotic ankle sprains, which is more than any of the listed options but closest to 15mm above the joint line.

Step-by-step explanation:

When addressing the placement of the ankle syndesmosis tightrope, it should be noted that this procedure is related to the treatment of syndesmotic ankle sprains, also known as high ankle sprains. Such injuries involve the ligaments connecting the tibia and fibula above the ankle joint. To maintain the proper relationship between the tibia and fibula and to ensure stabilization of the ankle joint, the syndesmosis tightrope is typically placed 2 cm above the ankle joint line, ensuring that the syndesmosis is sufficiently stabilized without interfering with the joint itself. While the given options do not include 2 cm, the placement would be more than 15mm, therefore the closest correct answer from the provided options would be 15mm above the joint line, although this is not the exact recommendation in a clinical setting.