Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Structural Joints: Fibrous Joints

Structural Joints: Fibrous Joints

Fibrous joints are a type of joint where the bones are connected by fibrous connective tissue. These joints provide stability and minimal to no movement between the articulating bones. There are three types of fibrous joints.
Suture
All the bones of the skull, except for the mandible, are joined to each other by a fibrous joint called a suture. The fibrous connective tissue found at a suture strongly unites the adjacent skull bones and thus helps to protect the brain and form the face. In...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Effect of early compared with late weightbearing on the outcomes of subtalar joint arthrodesis : a systematic review and meta-analysis of single proportions.

The bone & joint journal·2026

Same author

A voluntary activation deficit in m. abductor hallucis exists in asymptomatic feet.

Journal of biomechanics·2021

Same author

Behavioral repertoire of high-shore littorinid snails reveals novel adaptations to an extreme environment.

Ecology and evolution·2021

Same author

Ankle fractures in diabetic patients.

EFORT open reviews·2020

Same author

Direct muscle electrical stimulation as a method for the in vivo assessment of force production in m. abductor hallucis.

Journal of biomechanics·2020

Same author

Letter Regarding: Early Outcomes and Complications of Synthetic Cartilage Implant for Treatment of Hallux Rigidus in the United States.

Foot & ankle international·2019

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 7, 2026

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device

Published on: November 8, 2024

Syndesmosis Stabilisation: Screws Versus Flexible Fixation.

Matthew C Solan¹, Mark S Davies², Anthony Sakellariou³

¹London Foot and Ankle Centre, Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth, 60 Grove End Road, London NW8 9NH, UK; Surrey Foot and Ankle Clinic, Mount Alvernia Hospital, Harvey Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3LX, UK.

Foot and Ankle Clinics

|February 8, 2017

Summary

Ankle syndesmosis injury management is debated. Proper assessment of ankle instability is key to determining if syndesmosis stabilization is needed, especially with fibula or posterior malleolus fractures.

Keywords:

Ankle Injury Syndesmosis TightRope

More Related Videos

A Mini-Invasive Internal Fixation Technique for Studying Immobilization-Induced Knee Flexion Contracture in Rats

A Mini-Invasive Internal Fixation Technique for Studying Immobilization-Induced Knee Flexion Contracture in Rats

Published on: May 20, 2019

Creating Rigidly Stabilized Fractures for Assessing Intramembranous Ossification, Distraction Osteogenesis, or Healing of Critical Sized Defects

Creating Rigidly Stabilized Fractures for Assessing Intramembranous Ossification, Distraction Osteogenesis, or Healing of Critical Sized Defects

Published on: April 11, 2012

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Mar 7, 2026

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device

Published on: November 8, 2024

A Mini-Invasive Internal Fixation Technique for Studying Immobilization-Induced Knee Flexion Contracture in Rats

A Mini-Invasive Internal Fixation Technique for Studying Immobilization-Induced Knee Flexion Contracture in Rats

Published on: May 20, 2019

Creating Rigidly Stabilized Fractures for Assessing Intramembranous Ossification, Distraction Osteogenesis, or Healing of Critical Sized Defects

Creating Rigidly Stabilized Fractures for Assessing Intramembranous Ossification, Distraction Osteogenesis, or Healing of Critical Sized Defects

Published on: April 11, 2012

Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Traumatology
Sports Medicine

Background:

Ankle syndesmosis injuries present management controversies in orthopedic surgery.
Current practices for treating these injuries vary widely with unanswered questions.
Accurate assessment of ankle instability is crucial for effective treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the indications and techniques for stabilizing the distal tibiofibular joint.
To clarify when syndesmosis stabilization is necessary versus when it can be omitted.
To provide clinical examples illustrating management strategies.

Main Methods:

Review of current literature on ankle syndesmosis injuries.
Analysis of fracture patterns affecting ankle stability (fibula shaft, posterior malleolus).
Discussion of diagnostic criteria for assessing syndesmotic instability.

Main Results:

Fixation of associated fibula shaft or posterior malleolus fractures can provide sufficient stability, potentially obviating the need for direct syndesmosis stabilization.
The extent of ankle instability dictates the necessity and approach to syndesmosis stabilization.
Restoring the integrity of the ankle mortise is the primary goal.

Conclusions:

The decision to stabilize the ankle syndesmosis should be based on a thorough evaluation of ankle joint stability.
In certain fractures (e.g., fibula shaft, posterior malleolus), surgical fixation may inherently stabilize the syndesmosis.
A tailored approach considering fracture patterns and instability is essential for optimal outcomes in ankle syndesmosis injuries.