A foot and ankle surgeon treats a wide spectrum of foot and ankle conditions, including common to complex disorders and injuries that affect people of all ages.
Typical symptoms include Pain, Swelling and the ankle area will feel warm to the touch with tendinitis, Weakness or instability of the foot and ankle.
The investigations include Arthrography, Blood Tests, Bone Scan, Computed Tomography (CT Scan), Discography, Doppler Ultrasound, Dual-Photon Absorptiometry, and Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry.
For most foot and ankle operations, tenderness and swelling can take 3-4 months to resolve, while for more complicated procedures, the recovery may take a full year.
After ankle surgery you'll probably need to be non-weight bearing for at least six weeks. Most people use crutches after ankle surgery but other mobility devices to consider include a knee scooter and hands-free crutch.