Joints are the places where bones come together. In a joint, the end of each bone is covered by a flexible tissue called cartilage. Each joint is surrounded by a capsule and filled with fluid. Your ankle joint is formed by three bones. These are your two lower leg bones, which are called the tibia and fibula, and the large bone in your foot, which is called the talus. Your talus sits on top of your heel bone, which is called the calcaneus.
Ankle replacement surgery is a procedure to treat arthritis of the ankle joint. This surgery will be done by an orthopedic surgeon. This is a surgeon who specializes in treating bone, muscle, joint, and tendon problems.
Watch this video to learn what common tests and exercises will be prescribed by your healthcare provider before your joint replacement surgery as well as the benefits of attending pre-operative classes.
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