What does PTFL stand for?

Posterior Talofibular Ligament (physiology)

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The three major ligaments that help to stop the ankle from rolling forward and outward are the anterior talofibular ligament, the posterior talofibular ligament and the calcaneofibular ligament.

How to Treat Sprained Ankle

The anterior talofibular ligament was sprained in 26 subjects, the calcaneofibular ligament in 12 subjects, and the posterior talofibular ligament in 10 subjects.

Balance problems after unilateral lateral ankle sprains

6) The sequence of lateral ankle ligament disruption is (in order) the ATFL, calcaneofibular ligament (CFL), and the posterior talofibular ligament (PTFL).

MRI of the ankle