Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Surgical treatment for ankle sprains is indicated in a specific subset of patients — those with complete Grade III ligament ruptures causing functional instability that has failed six months of structured conservative rehabilitation, athletes with documented mechanical laxity requiring reliable ligament competence for their sport, and patients with associated structural injuries — osteochondral defects, peroneal tendon tears, or syndesmotic diastasis — that cannot be adequately managed non-operatively. The most commonly performed procedure for lateral ankle instability is the modified Broström-Gould repair, which restores the ATFL and CFL through a direct anatomical repair reinforced with the extensor retinaculum — a technique with over 85% reported excellent or good outcomes in appropriately selected patients and a return-to-sport rate exceeding 90% in active athletes at twelve months post-surgery. At Healthy Feet Podiatry, our NYC specialists perform a thorough surgical candidacy evaluation — including stress X-ray, MRI, and functional instability assessment — to confirm that surgery is the right next step and that the patient’s anatomy and goals align with the expected surgical outcome.
Ankle ligament reconstruction surgery in NYC is performed as an outpatient procedure under regional anesthesia, typically lasting forty-five to ninety minutes depending on whether associated injuries require simultaneous treatment. Post-operatively, patients are placed in a non-weight-bearing splint for two weeks followed by a transition to a walking boot at weeks two through six, with gradual introduction of weight-bearing guided by pain response and wound healing. Formal physical therapy begins at six weeks, focusing on restoring range of motion, proprioception, and functional strength through a progressive protocol lasting three to four months. Return to recreational sport occurs at four to six months, and return to competitive athletic activity at six to nine months for most patients. Healthy Feet Podiatry manages all aspects of pre-surgical evaluation and post-surgical care — coordinating directly with our affiliated foot and ankle surgical partners to ensure seamless continuity from first consultation through full return to activity.
When severe ankle instability has reached the point where surgery is the right answer, the quality of pre-surgical evaluation and post-surgical rehabilitation management determines the outcome as much as the procedure itself. Healthy Feet Podiatry’s NYC team provides both — comprehensive surgical candidacy assessment that ensures you’re operating for the right reasons, and dedicated post-operative care that maximizes the functional result of your reconstruction. We serve surgical ankle sprain patients from across Manhattan and the five boroughs, accepting most major insurance plans for lateral ankle reconstruction and associated procedures. If your ankle has been giving way repeatedly, limiting your activity, and failing to respond to months of conservative treatment, contact Healthy Feet Podiatry for a surgical consultation — and take the final step toward a genuinely stable ankle.
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Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Everyone was super friendly. Doctor Rick’s explained everything thoroughly.
Dr Bell was incredibly thorough and personable. Gave me great information and useful information for my next steps. A great experience!
“Fast, professional, and very clean office. I was checked in and seen within 10 minutes of my scheduled time. Dr. Ricks was straight to the point but thorough. The front desk staff was also incredibly helpful.
All of the staff are super welcoming and professional! Bianca took excellent care in getting my X-rays. Dr. Ricks was thorough in explaining my diagnosis and next steps. Highly recommended!!
Well before I came in today to see Dr. Ricks my foot in pain was 9/10 and now I feel good 🙏🏿🤩 thanks
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Dr. Farah Alani is a New York City foot and ankle surgeon at To Healthy Feet Podiatry, a boutique podiatry practice located in the heart…
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