Brostrom Gould Surgery
Brostrom-Gould Surgery in Bengaluru at VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic
At VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic, Bengaluru, Dr. Vijay Girish specializes in performing Brostrom-Gould Surgery — an advanced surgical procedure for patients with chronic lateral ankle instability. This technique strengthens and repairs the lateral ankle ligaments while reinforcing the joint capsule, providing greater stability and reducing the risk of recurrent sprains.
Brostrom-Gould Surgery is recommended for patients who continue to experience ankle instability after conservative treatment. By combining precise ligament repair with an additional reinforcement (the Gould modification), this surgery ensures durable ankle stability, restores function, and enables patients to return to normal daily activities and sports safely.
What is Brostrom-Gould Surgery?
Brostrom-Gould Surgery is a modification of the traditional Brostrom repair. It involves repairing the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) and calcaneofibular ligament (CFL), and then reinforcing the repair using the extensor retinaculum (Gould modification). This dual approach improves ankle stability, prevents recurrent sprains, and supports optimal joint function, particularly for athletes or physically active individuals.
Common Reasons for Brostrom-Gould Surgery
This procedure is recommended for patients with chronic ankle instability or recurrent sprains due to:
- Recurrent ankle sprains despite conservative treatment.
- Laxity or weakness in the lateral ankle ligaments causing instability.
- Chronic pain, swelling, or discomfort due to torn ligaments.
- Difficulty in performing sports or high-activity movements.
- Early degenerative changes in the ankle joint due to repeated injuries.
Surgical Process and Recovery
Brostrom-Gould Surgery is performed under regional or general anesthesia. The surgery repairs the damaged ligaments and reinforces the joint capsule using the Gould modification. This ensures strong, stable fixation and reduces the likelihood of future instability.
- Hospital stay is typically 1–2 days.
- Initial immobilization in a cast or walking boot for 2–4 weeks.
- Gradual physiotherapy and ankle strengthening exercises begin after immobilization.
- Most patients regain stable, pain-free ankle function within 8–12 weeks.
At VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic, Bengaluru, Dr. Vijay Girish combines advanced Brostrom-Gould techniques with patient-specific rehabilitation programs. His expertise ensures optimal ankle stability, proper joint alignment, and long-term function — helping patients return to an active, safe, and pain-free life.