Foot & Ankle
Ankle Fracture & Sports Injury Repair
Ankle fracture and sports-injury surgery repairs broken bones, torn ligaments, and Achilles injuries using precise fixation. Same-day outpatient care means faster recovery, personal attention, and lower cost than a hospital operating room.
AVERAGE PROCEDURE TIME
60 to 120 minutes
Anesthesia
General or regional block
Recovery
Same day discharge
Ride home
Required if you receive sedation
Overview
Displaced ankle fractures, ligament tears, and Achilles injuries heal best when anatomy is restored precisely and early motion is possible.
Outpatient repair in an accredited surgery center means shorter waits, a dedicated team, and lower cost than a hospital operating room.
Is this right for me?
Candidacy is confirmed after a review of your history, imaging, and medications. Patients we most often treat include those with:
- Displaced or unstable ankle fracture
- Chronic ankle instability after repeated sprains
- Achilles tendon rupture
- Peroneal tendon tears or subluxation
What to expect, step by step
Arrival and preparation
You check in with a coordinator, change into a gown, and meet your nurse. Vitals are taken, an IV is started if needed, and your care team reviews the plan and answers questions with your caregiver present.
Reduction and fixation
Bone fragments are realigned and secured with plates, screws, or suture anchors under imaging guidance.
Ligament and tendon repair
Torn structures are repaired or reconstructed and stability is tested before closure.
Recovery suite
You rest in a private recovery bay while your nurse monitors vitals and comfort. Written instructions are reviewed with you and your caregiver before discharge.
Home the same day
A caregiver drives you home. A member of our team calls the next business day to check on you and confirm your follow-up appointment.
Recovery
A splint is worn for two weeks, then a boot with a progressive weight-bearing plan.
Physical therapy begins early. Return to sport is typically three to six months depending on injury.
Risks and what we watch for
Every procedure carries risk. These are the ones we discuss most often for this procedure.
- Bleeding, bruising, or soreness at the access site or incision
- Infection, which is why sterile technique and, when indicated, antibiotics are used
- Reaction to sedation, anesthesia, or contrast dye, monitored continuously by your anesthesia provider
- Incomplete relief of symptoms, or symptoms that return over time
- The need for additional treatment, imaging, or a different procedure
- Rarely, a complication serious enough to require a higher level of care than an outpatient setting provides
We review these with you in detail before you consent, and you can change your mind at any point.
Coverage note
We verify your benefits and give you a written estimate before scheduling.
Prepare for this procedure
- Before your surgery
- The day of your procedure
- Anesthesia and sedation
- Recovery at home and when to call
Frequently asked questions
Will hardware need removal?
Rarely. It is removed only if it becomes prominent or irritating after healing.
How soon can I drive?
Usually once you are out of the boot on the right foot and off narcotic medication.
Is ankle fracture and sports injury repair done as an outpatient procedure?
Yes. It is performed at our ACHC-accredited ambulatory surgery center in The Woodlands, minutes from Tomball and Spring, and patients go home the same day with a caregiver.
Will my insurance cover it?
Coverage depends on your specific plan and benefits. Our team verifies your benefits and gives you a written estimate before anything is scheduled.
Do you offer Spanish-speaking support?
Yes. Bilingual English and Spanish coordination is available from your first call through recovery instructions and follow-up.
