What should I know about ankle fusion surgery?

Answer by  patti (29325)

Discuss this with your doctor. Yours is a specific case that requires a specific plan, procedure, recovery and physical therapy.

Answer by  shijo (861)

Ankle fusion surgery is nothing but replacing an old eroded ankle into a new one. The cause of ankle erosion may be due to osteoporosis, age related or disease related.

Answer by  patti (29325)

The nature of the surgery has much to do with the reasons for it. The best source of information on the procedure would be your doctor or an orthopedic surgeon if you are going to be referred.

Answer by  Rose (6804)

During an ankle fusion surgery you will be put to sleep under a general anesthetic as well as have a tube inserted in your throat. After the surgery you will be placed in a soft cast, which will remain in place for two weeks. At which time you will move to a boot.