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Is Treatment For Arthritis Advisable Before An Ankle Fusion Surgery?
I have severe orthoarthritis of the ankle. I am seeing a Orthopedic Surgeon and we are currently using cortisone shots. I am told my options are to have ankle fusion or ankle replacement, because of my age ankle fusion is the best option. Do you think that before surgery I should go to a Doctor that specializes in treating Arthritis?
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hello,
I would suggest you to go to a physician rather going to surgeon and get physician opinion on your current condition.
I would suggest you to go to a physician rather going to surgeon and get physician opinion on your current condition.
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