Ankle Replacement Treatment in India

Robert Saxena, a 68-year-old retired civil...

Robert Saxena, a 68-year-old retired civil engineer, had been an avid tennis player and hiker for decades. His active lifestyle caught up with him when severe post-traumatic arthritis, the result of an old fracture from a hiking fall 20 years prior, began to dominate his life. For the last five years, his right ankle was a constant source of pain, stiff and swollen, making even a walk to the mailbox a daunting task. Over-the-counter pain relievers and multiple steroid injections provided only fleeting relief. His orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Evans, explained that the cartilage was completely worn away, bone was rubbing on bone, and an ankle fusion would eliminate pain but also all motion. He recommended a total ankle replacement as the best option to restore Robert's mobility and allow a return to low-impact activities. The surgery went smoothly, though the first few days of recovery were challenging, with strict elevation and pain management. Robert committed fully to his physical therapy, diligently working on regaining range of motion and strength. Six months post-surgery, Robert walks his dog daily without a limp and has even returned to gentle hiking on flat trails. Emotionally, he journeyed from frustration and a sense of losing his independence to profound gratitude. The procedure gave him back not just a functional ankle, but the joy of movement and an active retirement he thought was lost.