Ankle distraction for arthritis and AVN of talus
Doctor: S. Robert Rozbruch
Patient: Ayaka
Pre-Op: She sustained a dislocation of the talus and subsequently developed pain and avascular necrosis of the talus.
Post-Op: After ankle distraction, pressure was removed from the talus allowing it to regenerate.
Ankle motion is encouraged while in the frame.
Several weeks into the distraction, one can see signs of osteopenia and revascularization of the talus and the absence of collapse
Follow Up: Six months after frame removal, there is no collapse of the talus and an improved ankle joint space.
