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About Total Ankle Replacement
Most people have heard of hip and knee replacements, but you may not be aware that an ankle may be replaced with a prosthetic device, too. Total ankle replacement is also known as ankle arthroplasty. Doctors began performing ankle arthroplasty many years ago, but prosthetic devices were not living up to expectations and most physicians stopped doing the procedure two decades ago.
Today, there is a new generation of replacement devices approved by the Food and Drug Administration — devices that have a better anatomical design than previous implants and improved longevity. These advanced prosthetics also allow better movement. There is finally an excellent treatment option for patients who need surgery.
(Pictured: Thomas San Giovanni, M.D., checks John Pantesco’s range of motion after his ankle surgery.)
Patients considering ankle joint replacement have usually lived with chronic ankle arthritis that is extremely painful. Commonly, they have tried treatments such as physical therapy, rest, bracing, injections and/or medications. Sometimes, they have undergone other unsuccessful surgeries.
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