It's crazy I went to the zoo today with my little girl and now I can't walk the pain is so bad... even after taking my meds...
Why did you have the ankle fused? Degenerative joint disease or fractures?
I was in a car accident. I had an open compound fracture. When it occurred they closed up the ankle without fusion. I was in extreme pain and could hardly put weight on the ankle. One night, I got up to go to the bathroom and it collapsed. The next day I was getting put on the schedule for fusion. I had to sign a paper stating I was aware the surgery would NOT provide any pain relief however would provide stability. I would be able to walk. So, I agreed.
The procedure they did was called "Ankle arthrodesis, subtalar arthrodesis with intramedullary nail, right foot and ankle."