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Considering Subtalar joint fusion

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angela8771
angela8771

Hi, I'm new here and I'm looking for some advice/ help.

I'm twenty and have post traumatic end stage arthritis in my subtalar joint. Unfortunately I have pretty much exhausted all of my options (I've done bracing, medications, stem cell therapy, and cortisone injections). I am in constant pain and frustrated as I've had chronic pain for the last seven years. My doctor and I are now in discussion over a subtalar fusion. I used to be incredibly active, now most days I have a hard time getting out of bad. I really want to be able to go to the gym or run or something. I was curious if anyone has had this procedure done, what your life is like now, how your activities are limited? I greatly appreciate any help! thank you.

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  • TKM
    TKM angela8771

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    Angela,

    I had chronic pain in that area of the foot. It turned out to be tarsal nerve damage due to an accident. It was diagnosed by a nerve conduction study, and I had a Tarsal tunnel release surgery. The surgery partially relieved the pain. It was enough to make it tolerable.

    Thomas

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