Today, orthopaedic surgeons perform triple arthrodesis procedures for correction of marked varus or valgus deformities from residual clubfoot, cerebral palsy, and Charcot's joint disease (i.e. neuropathic arthropathy of hind foot); chronic acquired flatfoot from end - stage posterior tibial tendon ruptures; and arthritic conditions of hind foot.

Arthrodesis is defined as the surgical fusion of a joint. Triple arthrodesis involves the fusion of the calcaneocuboid, talonavicular, and talocalcaneal ( i.e. subtalar) joints in the hind foot with bone graft material and internal fixation ( e.g.. cannulated screws, bone staples).

Although uncommon, complications do occur occasionally during or following diagnostic and surgical ankle arthrodesis. They include infection, phlebitis ( inflammation of a vein), excessive swelling or bleeding, blood clots, and damage to blood vessels and nerves. On rare occasions, the small instruments break during the operation. There are also risks associated with the anaesthetic, both during its administration and after the arthroscopy.

Patients will be provided a discharge instructions sheet provided by the surgeon that instructs patients on how to look after their wounds, what activities they should avoid, and which exercises they should do to aid in their recovery. At a follow-up visit the surgeon will inspect the incisions, remove sutures, and discuss the rehabilitation program.

The amount of surgery required and recovery time will depend on the joint problem. Recovery time varies markedly from patient to patient. Not all arthroscopies are the same. Occasionally, during ankle surgery, the surgeon will discover that the disease or injury cannot be treated adequately by arthrodesis surgery alone. Ankle Arthrodesis is a more extensive "open" operation.

Some swelling is to be expected and it may actually increase gradually for the first two to three days. If the bandage feels tight you should re-apply it more lightly and elevate the leg to reduce the swelling. Apply ice packs for 20 to 30 minutes every few hours may help to reduce the swelling and act as pain relief as required. If it persist contact your surgeon if you have any concerns.

Exercises are very important, as most of the ankle's strength comes from the muscles surrounding it and not from the tendons or ligaments. You will not harm the ankle by doing strengthening exercises as recommended by your surgeon or physiotherapist. These should be performed according to directions.

Weight bearing is not usually possible after ankle arthrodesis surgery. Crutches or some form of weight support may be recommended by your surgeon depending on the operation. Once pain eases it is important to gradually increase weight bearing on the leg.

MalleoTrain's main function is to provide compression and massage to decrease pain and swelling. The knit also promotes proprioception (knowing where your body is in Venotraince) so in that respect it increases natural stabilization. However, it is not designed to prevent ankle sprains/strains. MalleoLoc is our ankle stabilizing product.

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Yes. An ankle sleeve, such as Bauerfeind's Compro Plus AB or Compro AB, will provide compression to decrease swelling and speed healing.

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Sprains and strains of the ankle account for about 60 percent of all foot and ankle injuries. Over 2 million Americans seek treatment for plantar fasciitis (heel pain) each year. It is estimated that 6-9 million Americans have toenail fungus. About 2.7 million Americans with diabetes will develop foot ulcers. Other common foot and ankle problems include tendonitis, bunions, hammertoes, ingrown nails, neuromas, sesamoiditis, shin splints and stress fractures.

Ice frequently, use a pressure wrap and begin gentle AIS stretching and mild, specific strengthening exercises for each fundamental movement of the ankle (dorsal flexion, plantar flexion), sub-talar joints (inversion, eversion) and specific foot exercises. As range increases and strength improves, the Ankle Exerciser is a versatile piece of equipment displayed and described in this web site to restore strength and help prevent ankle sprains, shin splints, foot problems, etc.

Ankle supports and braces are available in many types. The simplest supports are the elastic wraps, a neoprene wrap or pull on sleeve like the AS06 & AS14. These provide compression and warmth, and in some cases permit the athlete to walk without crutches for very mild sprains. More elaborate ankle supports with plates to add stiffness are also available. Like the AB04, lace-up type ankle supports with rigid supports are great for mild to severe sprains.

Sprains, strains, ligament injuries, muscle injuries and athletic injuries to soft tissue or bone are common causes of pain. In addition, acute injury and chronic conditions such as arthritis are common pain sources.

Most people have twisted an ankle at some point in their life. But if your ankle gets swollen and painful after you twist it, you have most likely sprained it. This means you have stretched and possibly torn the ligaments in your ankle. See a picture of an ankle sprain . Even though ankle sprains are common, they are not always minor injuries. Some people with repeated or severe sprains can develop long-term joint pain and weakness.

A sprained ankle is the most common type of ankle injury. A sprain is stretching and tearing of ligaments. (You sprain a ligament and strain a muscle). The most common damage done in a sprained ankle is to the talo-fibula ligament (in side of the ankle). If the sprained ankle is worse you might also damage the calcanao-fibula ligament which is towards the back of the heel. In addition to the ligament damage you can also cause damage to tendons as well.

Footballers' ankle occurs when you get a bony growth at the front of the ankle where the joint capsule attaches. It can follow an injury where the ankle has been over stretched or over bent. The bony deposits cause inflammation in the joint capsule and tendons.