The Wilmslow Hospital - part of HCA Healthcare

Mr Haroon Majeed, leading consultant orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon in Greater Manchester and Wilmslow, provides a detailed insight to hallux rigidus, also known as big toe arthritis.

Total ankle replacement, also known as arthroplasty, serves as an essential surgical intervention for addressing severe arthritis within the ankle joint. This procedure entails the meticulous removal of deteriorated joint surfaces, subsequently replaced with metal prostheses separated by a polyethylene component. Ankle replacement stands as a pivotal treatment option alongside ankle fusion for individuals grappling with advanced arthritis in the ankle region. Renowned consultant orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon Mr Haroon Majeed delivers the answers to your frequently asked questions about the surgery.