Has anyone had both their ankles fused? We would love to hear any tips and advice. My husband has had one ankle fused, and the other is deteriorating rapidly. ( the downside of playing semi pro football for 16 years). Might an ankle replacement be a better option for ankle number 2?Many thanks
Hi, I've not been on here for a while but wondered if anyone has had a double ankle fusion and can offer any advice on whether it's worthwhile and if mobility is improved after the op. I had right knee replaced last year, left one is needing done but been advised to have double ankle fusion first but there's a two year…
Hello, I hope someone can help. I'm really interested in hearing from anyone who has had an ankle replacement and how they're getting on. I have a left ankle fusion which has been great. My right ankle needs surgery and I've been told I can have either another fusion or a replacement. Amazing since this was not an option…
Hi everyone, I was diagnosed at the very young age of 19 with Osteoarthritis in both my ankles and front foot. I have uncontrollable bone spurs that have made my life completely change! I am now waiting for surgery number 6 to have them removed. Unfortunately, after this surgery my consultant has informed me that there is…
Hello everyone/ this is my first visit to the forum. I am 57 years old, I have end stage osteoarthritis in my left ankle from an injury/operation in my teens. I work full time and I regularly walk my dog to stay active. I’ve had 4 cortisone injections and an arthroscopy/debridement, all have failed to control the pain. My…
I would like to speak to people who’ve undergone ankle fusion and/or ankle replacement.
I am having my ankle fused due to traumatic osteoarthritis in January. Has anyone got any advice and tips for post op recovery please?
Hi, I'm new on here 😁 I have OA in my ankle which is post traumatic after I was hit by a vehicle 6 years ago, and now my ortho consultant has advised ankle fusion. It seems like a big decision to decide how to go ahead and I'm not eligible to have an ankle replacement because of my age....I'm just a bit torn with what to…
After having a failed ankle distraction and being in constant severe pain. I'm now faced with having an Ankle fusion. Has anyone had one and how have you found life afterwards.
hi everyone im currently waiting on an ankle fusion but I don't know what to expect from surgery ? I had an accident many years a go and ending up with a lot of screws in my ankle after an operation with very little flexibility and as the years have passed around 20 now its gradually detoriated in to where im unable to…
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