So, what is Triple Arthrodesis? Is it a new creamy latte flavor, a newly discovered dinosaur or perhaps a new card game?
Obviously the answer is no, to all of the aforementioned responses. Despite its name, Triple Arthrodesis is a common foot surgery.
When your feet hurt, there is nothing else in the world that seems to matter. For some people, arthritis, damaged cartilage, flatfeet and fractures in the foot can cause deformities and discomfort that is so unbearable, they need surgery to correct the issue. Nonsurgical methods like pain relievers, strapping, bracing, steroidal injections and physical therapy are always the first line of defense, but after they have been exhausted, surgery might be necessary.
Our feet consist of 26 bones and 33 joints. There are three main joints in the back of the foot, the subtalar joint, calcaneocuboid joint and the talonavicular joint. These three joints are responsible for the side-to-side movement that our feet make. By fusing these three joints together (Triple Arthrodesis), the symptoms of rear foot pain, instability, or deformity can be treated successfully.
During this surgery, it’s common that the surgeon will strip the joints of their cartilage and fuse them together with bone-to-bone contact.
This allows the surgeon to place the foot back into it’s proper positioning, for the most beneficial functionality.
Triple Arthrodesis Benefits
• Corrects deformity
• Relieves pain
• Restores stability
After surgery your foot will be placed in a boot brace and your postoperative care will involve physical therapy. The therapy depends on the severity of your particular case and your overall health. Usually patients can expect to have approximately 6 weeks of therapy and 3 months of total healing time.
At Collier Podiatry, Dr. Petrocelli highly experienced in treating foot disorders and deformities with Triple Arthrodesis and the symptoms that go along with foot pain and discomfort before and after surgery. Collier Podiatry offers great options and routines for the most beneficial rehabilitation and healing.
The caring supportive staff at Collier Podiatry is available to answer your questions and make your appointment. Please visit their website at www.collierpodiatry.com, or call them direct at (239) 775-0019
Collier Podiatry, P.A.
Michael J. Petrocelli
D.P.M., F.A.C.A.S., C.W.S.P.
239-775-0019
www.collierpodiatry.com