Ortho | Syndesmosis Tightrope Implant

The Syndesmosis Tightrope is a surgical fixation technique used to permanently repair severe sprains of the syndesmosis ligament in the ankle.

Dr. Aaron Schwartz recommends this video, shared courtesy of medical device company Arthrex, to help patients understand and prepare for this treatment option.

An OrthoIllustrated® 
animation of the Syndesmosis TightRope® XP implant.

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