Ankle replacement or fusion?

LizzyB

Hi All. I'm heading towards having an ankle replacement or fusion. I'm 65 and also have OA in my knees, lumbar spine and one hand so am nervous about my ability to cope post op. Obviously it depends what my surgeon thinks but has anyone pros and cons of their own experience please? In my head Im 35, I'm still working and trying to be as active as I can but obviously with limitations! Thank you

Anna

Hi @LizzyB,

Several members on the forum have had ankle surgery - here’s a recent thread that might be interesting for you to read that also includes links to useful information pages:

https://community.versusarthritis.org/discussion/comment/736357#Comment_736357

Hopefully other members with similar conditions will share their experiences with you.

And yes, I know the feeling of being 35 in my head!
Anna ( Moderator)