Publication Name	World Journal of Orthopedics
Manuscript ID	110093
Country	Thailand

Category	Orthopedics
Manuscript Type	Minireviews
Article Title	Snapping phenomenon around the ankle: An anatomy-based review
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Kanyakorn Riewruja, Thanatat Wattanatanagorn and Jirun Apinun
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Corresponding Author	Jirun Apinun, Associate Professor, MD, PhD, Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, 1873 Rama IV Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand. jirun.a@chulahospital.org
Key Words	Snapping ankle; Tendon subluxation; Tenosynovitis; Instability; Ankle pain
Core Tip	Snapping syndrome is characterized by the abrupt impingement or dislocation of anatomical or pathological structures that interact with adjacent tissues, manifesting as discomfort, pain, or functional limitation. Although this phenomenon has been documented in various joints, it remains relatively underrecognized in the ankle region. This mini-review presents an anatomically oriented approach, categorizing snapping phenomena into four directional groups–lateral, anterior, medial, and posterior. It highlights the importance of accurate clinical diagnosis, the role of imaging modalities, and guidance for appropriate treatment strategies.
Citation	Riewruja K, Wattanatanagorn T, Apinun J. Snapping phenomenon around the ankle: An anatomy-based review. World J Orthop 2025; In press

Received	2025-05-29 07:07
Peer-Review Started	2025-05-29 07:08
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Return for Revision	2025-06-11 02:57
Revised	2025-06-25 14:47
Second Decision	2025-09-28 02:44
Accepted by Journal Editor-in-Chief
Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-09-28 06:46
Articles in Press	2025-09-28 06:46
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ISSN	2218-5836 (online)
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