Ankle joint

Blood circulation disorder at the ankle joint (Osteochondrosis dissecans):

Is a circumscribed bone lesion below the articular cartilage which can end with the rejection of the affected bone as a free joint body (articular mouse) with the overlying cartilage. There remains then a joint surface defect.

Causes:

The causes are mechanical factors (repetitive impulsive loads) the most likely main cause. Growth factors are often responsible for the occurrence of the disease. However, accidental influences such as strong upsets can also trigger.

Symptome:

Strong stress-dependent pain with movement limitation of the joint

Therapy:

An outpatient minimally invasive arthroscopic operation of the ankle will result in a flow of blood circulation and the corresponding healing of the affected area.