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Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Apr 18 8:36am | Replies (6)
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In my case, non union means no healing. There are gaps that need to fill in that normally would have occurred by now. I would rather not have surgery but if there is no progress in a month or two, that will be my next step. A much simpler procedure than your ankle replacement. I wasn’t aware that was possible. Are you happy with the outcome?
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@soarus57 Major bummer for your leg bone! I hope that bone growth stimulator works well for you (it did for me). Did your doc say why your bones aren't knitting together?
didn't know ankle replacements were a thing, either- until I needed one. I had what they call 'end stage arthritis' - sounds really dramatic, doesn't it? It just means bone-on-bone, no cartilage at all. Yes, I'm very happy with the outcome, I have an excellent doctor and he really knows his stuff The options were fusion (which meant no bending at the ankle when walking), or replacement. We both agreed that replacement was the way to go. It's like the knee replacements where the entire joint is replaced and now I have a titanium ankle and it works well. Long recovery with lots of P.T and worth it.