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i had an ankle fusion approximately five years ago on my right ankle. I like to play golf and have a problem with pain in my lower back. It is worse after playing golf but I walk with a noticeable limp and am wondering if my problem might be related to the ankle fusion and the change in my gait. If so, any suggestions to help me? Thanks!
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RichardKen mike10019
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Have you considered seeing a chiropractor?
Cheers Richard
mammalu mike10019
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Hi, I had a fusion 9 years ago, left ankle. It left me with my left leg slightly shorter. I too have had issues with my back. I know i I also have arthritis in most of the jonts down my spine, and adding a change in gait doesn't help. I now know that I should have seen a physio after the fusion. I see one now!. I also have found that having good orthotics in my shoes, and wearing good shoes, helps. Also therapeutic massage. I have a massage therapist near me whi is amazing at releiving my back pain. Dont go to a chiropractor unless you have had scans done first. Usually the pain is muscular. I also have a brace for may back which helps. Good luck.
RichardKen mammalu
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Just interested in why you say don't go to a chiropractor. Have you had a bad experience?
Cheers Richard
jenni_24876 mike10019
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Penguin99 mike10019
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Hi Mike, I'm 3 weeks post fusion so still in cast but before that I had osteoarthritis in the joint for over 10 years. The change in my gait gave me severe low back pain that sounds similar yours. Went to a podiatrist who measured the distortion in my ankle and checked my gait before recommending orthotics for my shoes - both sides to keep it even. This made a huge difference because my back no longer had to compensate for the abnormal gait. Worth a try.