Proud grandmother Kathy Driver had been struggling with ankle pain for years after a fall nearly 30 years ago. A total ankle replacement helped get her back on her feet and playing with her grandkids again.
We know that ankle replacement surgery is a major decision. You may be reading and thinking a lot about it. You may be asking yourself if this kind of surgery is worth it, or if it is your only option. Your doctor may suggest other ways to manage your ankle arthritis. These may include:
- Direct heat
- Lifestyle changes such as weight loss or exercise
- Over-the-counter medicines for pain and swelling
- Prescription medicines
- Injections (shots)
- Physical therapy
When these treatments no longer help you, it may be time to consider ankle replacement surgery, like these patients did.
