Ankle distraction is a new treatment modality for ankle arthritis that is particularly useful in young adults. In this age group if the conservative treatment fails the 2 standard treatment options of ankle fusion and ankle replacement are both not ideal.

The distraction depends on stretching the soft-tissues surrounding the ankle to improve the ankle joint space. The technique utilises a circular frame called the Ilizarov Frame that is fixed around the foot and leg for 2 to 3 months.

For more details about this new technique visit Mr Shalaby’s Ankle Distraction Website:     http://www.drilizarov.com