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Treatment of Ankle Osteoarthritis with Total Ankle Replacement Through a Lateral Transfibular Approach
Published on: January 24, 2018
Brace management for ankle arthritis.
Shine John1, Frank Bongiovanni
1Weil Foot and Ankle Institute, 1455 Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA. sj@weil4feet.com
Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
|April 25, 2009
Summary
Custom braces offer an effective solution for advanced ankle arthritis, alleviating pain and improving quality of life. This conservative approach helps delay the need for ankle fusion surgery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Biomechanical Engineering
Background:
- Ankle arthritis presents significant management challenges for both patients and physicians.
- Conservative treatment options for ankle arthritis are limited and require thorough consideration before surgical intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of custom braces in managing advanced ankle arthritis.
- To assess the impact of custom braces on pain, quality of life, and the duration of ankle arthrodesis.
Main Methods:
- Utilized custom-fabricated braces designed for patients with advanced ankle arthritis.
- Assessed outcomes including pain reduction, quality of life improvements, and the delay of ankle fusion (arthrodesis).
Main Results:
- Custom braces effectively alleviated pain associated with advanced ankle arthritis.
- Patients experienced improved quality of life when using custom braces.
- The use of custom braces contributed to prolonging the time before ankle arthrodesis was necessary.
Conclusions:
- Custom braces represent a viable conservative management strategy for advanced ankle arthritis.
- This approach can significantly enhance patient well-being and delay surgical intervention.
