Ankle Arthrodiastasis
This technique is utilized in patients
that have severe ankle arthritis
of the ankle such that an ankle fusion
may be avoided. With arthrodiastasis
(arthro=joint) (diastasis=distraction)
the joint can be salvaged and fusion
may be delayed up to 5 years.
The technique uses the Ilizarov
frame.
Charcot Joint Reconstruction
In a diabetic Neuropathic Foot. This can be corrected with the Ilizarov
frame.
Pediatric Reconstructive Surgery
-Clubfeet surgery and minimal incision with Ilizarov application.
-Flat Feet
-Lengthening of bones
Trauma to the foot and ankle & reconstructive
surgery
Calcaneal Fx Tx with the Ilizarov
frame and minimal incision