The most common reason to consider an ankle replacement is post-traumatic arthritis.
Most patients report a previous injury or fracture many years prior. They may have initially recovered from the fracture but then developed increasing pain over time.
Common symptoms that bring people in for consideration of ankle replacement include stiffness, pain with weight-bearing activities, and sometimes instability of the joint.
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An ankle replacement often can improve the motion of the joint and dramatically relieve the pain. The surgery involves removing portions of the arthritic bone around the joint and resurfacing them with metal and plastic. Recovery involves a brief period of minimal weight bearing until all incisions are fully healed followed by physical therapy for strengthening and stretching.
The patient’s medical condition and ankle anatomy also determine if an ankle replacement is an option. Our Foot & Ankle Specialist can assess this and recommend other options, sometimes even less invasive if arthroplasty is not indicated.
Your Total Ankle Replacement procedure will be performed at one of Gulf Orthopaedics surgery center locations: Springhill Medical Center, Springhill Outpatient Surgery Center (GCSP), and Mobile Infirmary Hospital.
How Much Does Total Ankle Replacement Cost?
The cost of Total Ankle Replacement in Mobile will depend on your treatment plan. The recovery and rehabilitation process may also affect the overall price. You must contact your insurance provider to determine if they cover the cost of the treatment.
Schedule Your Consultation
Schedule your consultation for Total Ankle Replacement in Mobile, AL– contact Gulf Orthopaedics and set up your appointment. During your appointment, you will be able to ask questions and bring up any concerns you may have about the procedure. Contact us today!
Your Total Ankle Replacement procedure will be performed at one of Gulf Orthopaedics surgery center locations: Springhill Medical Center, Springhill Outpatient Surgery Center (GCSP), or Mobile Infirmary Hospital.