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Ankle replacement: what does it entail?

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 Harron Majeed delivers the answers to your frequently asked questions about the surgery.

Ankle fusion: A quick guide for patients

Ankle fusion, also known as arthrodesis, involves removing cartilage from joint surfaces and securing bones together with metalwork such as screws or plates, or both. The body then naturally heals the joint, resulting in the growth of new bone that solidifies the fusion process. In his latest online article, renowned consultant orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon Mr Haroon Majeed answers patients’ most frequently asked questions about this procedure.

Quick-fire questions on fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a long-lasting condition which is reported to affect up to as many as 1 in every 25 people in the UK. However, due to a lack of seeking medical attention and misdiagnosis, it is thought that the condition affects even more people in the country. Leading consultant in pain medicine and anaesthesia Dr Mahmoud Alkholany answers your quick-fire questions about the condition, including its symptoms and treatment options.

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