Abstract summary 

Lateral ankle sprain is the most common ankle injury and up to 40% of those who sustain a lateral ankle sprain will develop chronic ankle instability (CAI). The aim of this study was to explore the thoughts and expectations of CAI-patients concerning their condition and expectations of care in an orthopedic setting. .Qualitative study.Nine semi-structured one-to-one interviews were conducted with CAI-patients who were referred to an orthopedic setting. Interviews were recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using systematic text condensation with an inductive goal free approach. .Seven themes emerged. The themes were (Lateral ankle sprain during sport, pain and instability), (conflicting information about management and prognosis), (mental and physical challenges), (explanation of symptoms, prognosis and imaging to provide clarification of condition), (restriction in sport and daily life and feelings of uncertainty), (support from family/friends) and (low ability to participate in sport and social life result in loss of identity). .The impact of CAI exceeds an experience of pain and instability. Patients experienced loss of identity, having to manage uncertainty regarding their diagnosis and prognosis and had hopes of being able to explain their condition. .Not applicable.

Authors & Co-authors:  Mohrsen Sørensen Lund Rasmussen Jensen Skov Rathleff

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