If you have questions about what to expect during your back surgery recovery, you’re not alone. As back pain affects more Americans every year, people are increasingly turning to surgery for relief. From 2000 to 2007 the number of adults in the United States experiencing chronic back pain increased by 64%.

For many people with severe pain, limited function, or worsening arthritis in the knee, knee replacement surgery can drastically improve quality of life. It could also be the right choice if you’ve exhausted non-surgical options, like pain medications or injections, and are still dealing with pain that limits how you live your life.

A high ankle sprain or syndesmotic sprain affects the shin, fibula, and talus joint located on the outside of the leg. This type of sprain is the consequence of contact trauma. Strong dorsiflexion and external rotation of the foot lead to this kind of injury. The rehabilitation process and duration depend on the severity of the injury.