Ankle Fusion

Ankle fusion surgery is one of the most effective treatments for advanced arthritis or bone damage in the ankles. If a patient has severe ankle joint pain that does not respond to medication, an orthopedic surgeon can remove the diseased tissue, and then use pins and screws to fuse the bottom of the tibia to the top of the talus. When the ankle fusion is fully healed, the patient will have reduced mobility in the ankle, but he or she will be able to walk without pain. Like most orthopedic surgeries, ankle fusion is costly. However, patients can save money by undergoing the procedure in Latin America.

In Mexico and Colombia, ankle fusion surgery is around $5,500 or £3,700. Orthopedic specialists in Latin America carefully evaluate the extent of the bone deterioration with x-rays, then use the latest surgical techniques to fuse the ankle bones. Many doctors in Mexico and Colombia have studied in the US and UK, and the risk of complications is low when patients choose a skilled doctor. Hospitals are clean and comfortable, and most of the nurses and support staff speak English, as do all of the doctors. Patients who stay in Latin America to recover from ankle fusion can take advantage of the excellent physical therapy clinics. Since the costs of food and lodging are low, an extended stay in Mexico or Colombia is very affordable.

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