Partial Ankle Replacement

Your specific procedure depends on whether you need a partial or a total ankle replacement. A partial ankle replacement involves replacing one of the damaged areas of your bones, whereas a total ankle replacement means that you need the entire ankle joint replaced. Usually, the total ankle replacement surgery is the preferred alternative to ankle fusion surgery, a procedure that dramatically reduces joint motion and mobility.

As with most types of orthopaedic surgery, an ankle replacement is the last resort. Your dedicated orthopaedic surgeon at Texas Orthopaedic Associates, would rather preserve natural bone and tissue if possible.

But conservative therapies for treating ankle ailments and injuries aren’t always effective — or they stop working. In these cases, an ankle replacement may be best. You may be a candidate for an ankle replacement if you have:

• Decreased ankle function
• Complex fractures
• Damage from arthritis
• Chronic or worsening pain
• Ankle stiffening

Modern ankle replacement surgeries are known for resolving almost all of your ankle issues and helping you return to your regular activities — including exercise.