A complex therapeutic arthroscopy of the ankle, with multiple bony, joint surface, and soft tissue procedures. Also a full reconstruction of the Lateral collateral ligament complex.



After returning from Brazil In October 08 with what I thought was a simple sprain to the Ankle Joint, it became evident that it was more complicated than anticipated. If i ever wanted to compete or Kitesurf at a high level again, surgery was the only way to fix the problem.

Taking a decision that puts all your future plans on hold can be very disheartening. When told that it would be 6 months from start to finish I felt disappointed. Thinking about it, I realised it was my only option and I had to see the positive in what seemed a bleak situation.

I was told that once the operation was done I had to be 100% commited to extensive Physiotherapy. Only a small percentage is down to the surgeon. The rest would be up to me.

James Calder, a top Orthopaedic Surgeon who specialises in Sports injuries of the foot and ankle, carried out the following procedure, to repair the damage that had been done during a heavy crash in Brazil.



Entry sites for the Arthroscopy.

I had the operation done just over 2 weeks ago. Yesterday I had my cast off and stitches out. The surgeon was very happy with how it has healed, and said the joint is a lot more stable. The ankle itself feels much better although the exterior is painful due to cuts and bruises.