Total Ankle / Ankle Replacement Surgery for Arthritis

Edited By: Sigvard T. Hansen, Jr., M.D.
Last updated Monday, August 20, 2007

Preparing for surgery

Preparation

Before any surgery is planned, medical conditions involving the heart, lung, or kidney need to be evaluated by a primary care physician.

Any infections that might be present anywhere in the body need to be treated, and smoking should be discontinued. The surgeon should be made aware of any allergies or medications that you might be taking.

Plan home and work activities to include six weeks of time after surgery when you won’t be able to participate in your normal activities.

Surgery for arthritis of the ankle at the University of Washington

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