Ankle Osteoarthritis Flashcards
1
Q
What can osteoarthritis be a consequence of?
A
Previous injury
2
Q
Which sport players are particularly prone to ankle osteoarthritis?
A
Football players
3
Q
Signs and symptoms of ankle osteoarthritis?
A
Anterior osteophytes cause pain during dorsiflexion -> impingement
4
Q
Treatment of ankle osteoarthritis?
A
Anterior osteophyte removal: cheilectomy to improve pain on dorsiflexion
- Ankle replacement
- Arthrodesis
5
Q
Which is more reliable arthrodesis or ankle replacement?
A
Arthrodesis
