The<unk>  operation (or<unk> -Gould technique) is a repair of ligaments on lateral ankle. It is designed to address ankle instability. More importantly, it is primarily used to repair the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) in the ankle. It is thought that the majority of patients regain most function in their ankles. The recovery time for the procedure varies according to the patient but usually takes a minimum of 3–6 months.
Broström procedure
Kawashima procedure
Krukenberg procedure
Brunelli procedure
Mumford procedure
Wertheim–Meigs operation
Yasui procedure
Rastelli procedure