Ankle fusion and total ankle replacement are the two main operations for ankle arthritis that no longer settles with non-surgical treatment. Both can relieve pain well, and the better option depends on the individual: age and activity level, the health of the neighbouring joints, body weight, any deformity, the condition of the skin and circulation, and the type of work you do. This one-page infographic shows which way each of these six factors tends to point, and explains why no single factor decides on its own. View the infographic: Ankle Replacement or Fusion: Which Is Best for Me?
