What is Ankle Ligament Injury?

Ankle ligament injury is one of the most common sports injuries. In Europe, approximately 27 000 cases occur daily. Up to 30% of patients develop chronic ankle instability — recurrent subluxations, pain, and swelling.

The anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) is most commonly injured in inversion injuries (foot rolling inward).

Degrees of injury:

  • Grade I — sprain (microtears of fibers), minimal swelling
  • Grade II — partial ligament tear, moderate swelling and hematoma
  • Grade III — complete ligament tear, significant instability

Why complete regeneration is important:

  • Incomplete healing → chronic instability (30%)
  • Recurrent subluxations → cartilage damage
  • Chronic instability → ankle osteoarthritis

Facts

  • ICD-10: S93.4
  • Frequency: 27 000/day in Europe
  • Chronic instability: up to 30%
  • Ligament: ATFL most common
  • Complication: ankle osteoarthritis

How MIBRAR® treats ligament injuries

01

Ultrasound diagnostics

Sono Control Arm™ assesses ligament integrity (ATFL, CFL, PTFL), presence of tears, degree of instability — dynamically during stress tests.

02

Obtaining concentrates

CGF — connective tissue growth factors for collagenogenesis. Lipogems® — stem cells differentiating into fibrocytes for ligament regeneration.

03

Injection into the injury site

Under ultrasound guidance, concentrates are injected directly to the damaged ligaments — precisely into the tear zone. In chronic instability — into stretched ligaments.

04

Ligament regeneration

Stem cells synthesize collagen and restore ligament strength. Result — stable ankle, reduced risk of re-injury, and prevention of osteoarthritis.

MIBRAR® Method Advantages

95% of interventions covered

MIBRAR® covers up to 95% of all spinal neurosurgery and orthopedic operations.

No anesthesia or incisions

Outpatient treatment via 0.3-1.5 mm puncture. No general anesthesia or hospitalization.

No age restrictions

Regeneration at any age. Safe for chronic conditions and anesthesia intolerance.

Rapid improvement

Concentrates have analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Relief within days.

Multiple zones at once

Simultaneous treatment of multiple discs or joints in one procedure.

Home the same day

No crutches, braces or rehabilitation needed. MRI follow-up at 8-16 weeks.

MIBRAR® Technology

Cyber Navi Hand™ — MIBRAR® navigation system

Cyber Navi Hand™

Intraoperative robotic navigation system. Provides precise access to deep structures with 1 mm and 1 degree accuracy.

Sono Control Arm™ — MIBRAR® ultrasound control

Sono Control Arm™

Device for intervention under sonographic control. Eliminates open surgeries with real-time visual monitoring.

Video about the MIBRAR® Method

Frequently Asked Questions about Treatment of Ankle Ligament Injury

When is it best to undergo MIBRAR® — immediately after the injury?
The optimal time is 1-2 weeks after the acute injury, when the acute swelling has subsided. For chronic instability, MIBRAR® is effective at any time. The earlier regeneration is started, the better the result.
Does MIBRAR® replace Broström surgery?
For mild and moderate instability, MIBRAR® can be an alternative to surgical reconstruction. Stem cells restore ligament strength. For severe instability with ligament tissue loss, surgery may be required, but MIBRAR® will accelerate suture integration.
How quickly can one return to sports?
Walking — immediately. Light jogging — after 3-4 weeks. Full sports — after 6-8 weeks. After surgical reconstruction, return to sports takes 4-6 months. Neuromuscular training complements the result.

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