⁠Ankle Replacement

Turkey offers high-quality treatment services with competent and expert Orthopedist in the field of Orthopedics. Treatments of common orthopedics diseases are caried out with advanced technology in hospitals and clinics with high standards. As Prospero Medical, we brought together a team who are specially trained experts and leading medical team in Turkey to offer advanced care and treatments.

It is the replacement of ankle joints with artificial prostheses. Ankle replacement surgery is performed to relieve the ankle of individuals in cases such as joint disorders, arthritis and fractures. Ankle replacement surgery aims to restore the functions of joints that have lost their functions.

Ankle replacement surgery is an arthroscopic (closed method) surgery that takes 2 to 3 hours. This surgery is performed under spinal (epidural) anesthesia.

Ankle replacement surgery is preferred for individuals over the age of 55 who do not have an active life. It is generally applied to individuals with advanced joint calcification and joint degeneration. It is also preferred in cases such as fractures of the ankle bones due to impacts and non-union ankle fractures.

Joint disorders and fractures cause severe pain and loss of movement in the ankle in individuals. If other treatment options are not beneficial, surgery is preferred.

It is the replacement of damaged ankle joints with artificial prostheses made of titanium, cobalt chrome alloy and polyethylene. This surgery, performed arthroscopically (closed method) under spinal (epidural) anesthesia, takes between 2 and 3 hours.

After surgery, individuals stay in the hospital for 3 to 5 days. Individuals should not step on the soles of their operated feet for up to 3 weeks after this surgery. Bone healing time is between 3 and 6 weeks. It is very important that they receive help from equipment such as lol crutches and walkers throughout the recovery process. You can start walking slowly by wearing a special boot 4 weeks after the surgery. Generally, after 6 weeks, individuals are recommended to start physical therapy to strengthen the ankle, regain mobility, and support the healing process. After 8 weeks, individuals begin to wear normal shoes.

The recovery period varies from individual to individual. Individuals can usually start to get back on their feet and return to their normal lives after 3 months. However, full recovery is seen after 1 year.

• Proper and correct use of prescribed medicines is highly important
• Avoid stepping on the operated foot for 3 weeks to 6 weeks
• It is important to wear special boots and get help from a walker or crutches while walking
• Physical therapy should be started to strengthen the ankle joints and regain mobility
• Maintaining weight control is very important for ankle prosthesis
• The wound area should be kept clean and dry to prevent infection

It is preferred in fractures caused by joint damage or impacts to the wrist. These disorders restrict the movement of the ankle and cause severe pain. This situation prevents individuals from continuing their daily lives. Ankle replacement surgery aims to restore the functions of the ankle joints that have lost their functions. After the surgery, individuals are relieved of the symptoms caused by ankle joint damage with the help of physical therapy and the limitation of movement of the ankle is reduced. In this way, individuals can continue their daily lives in a healthy way.

The Ankle Replacement Surgery cost varies depending on the healthcare provider, orthopedist’s experiences, surgery method, situations of disorder and location where treatment is performed.

As Prospero Medical, we offer affordable Ankle Replacement Surgery in Turkey. To learn more about the Ankle Replacement Operation, please contact us for a free quotation.