Anesthesia is an important part of the surgical experience. The anesthesia and reanimation specialist is in charge of a significant part of the patient’s stay in the hospital, including the patient’s compliance with the procedure, follow-up during the operation, and pain management after the operation. Regional anesthesia methods are effective and sufficient in most … Continue reading
What should I Wear on the Operation Day? It’s a good idea to wear comfortable, loose clothes while you are in the hospital for surgery. Depending on the duration of the stay, you may need some spare clothes. A soft, non-slippery shoe is preferred for the non-operated foot. Things to be Done on the Operation … Continue reading
Non Surgical Treatments Treatment may vary due to severity, location and type of the arthritis. Non surgical therapy Medication is started to reduce swelling and pain Soft and orthopedic shoes Resting the ankle with orthosis Using a walking stick to prevent weight bearing Physiotherapy and exercise Weight control and nutritional supplements Intra-articular medication are among … Continue reading
Ankle Prothesis should never be applied to those who have Charcot foot, diabetic patients with no pulse on the foot, those who have peripheral vascular disease, those with drop foot, those who have active infection or scars on the skin in the ankle area and those with clubfoot deformities. Patients those AP would be applied … Continue reading
Following the surgery, bandage or a brace extending from the back of the knee to the toes may be used. After the operation the doctor would explain when they should be used and what should be taken into account while using. The first measure to provide comfort in the post-operative period is to keep the … Continue reading
Post-operative hospitalization will be between 1 and 3 days on average. This period may be prolonged during or after surgery if it is necessary. During this period it is recommended that you start looking for an acompanying person. Total time from entering to the operation room getting back to the bed after surgery may be … Continue reading
Criteria for patient selection for Ankle Prosthesis (AP) are not uniform and the discussion is ongoing. There are certain rules to be observed and adhered to when deciding, and the surgeon should know and digest them and guide them. I am inclined to leave the decision to the patient after I have informed the patient … Continue reading
One of the leading causes of disabilities is arthritis. Results with pain in the joint and can occur at any age. Early diagnosis is very important. Because; There is no definite approach for removing the calcification completely. But a number of measures can be taken to avoid it. Painless, active and satisfying quality of life … Continue reading