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Foot and Ankle

Foot and Ankle Center at Harborview

The Sigvard T. Hansen Jr. Foot and Ankle Institute in Seattle specializes in surgical and nonsurgical treatment of traumatic injuries, overuse syndromes, genetic anomalies, deformities and arthritis. We also provide podiatry services such as diabetic nail care, orthotics prescriptions and management of foot fungus.

We treat complex problems related to nerves, muscles and biomechanics, as well as common ailments such as flat foot and fractures.

Address

908 Jefferson St.
6th Floor
Seattle, WA 98104


Total Ankle Replacement Surgery for Arthritis

Overview

Total ankle replacement (also called ankle arthroplasty) is a surgical option for patients with arthritis of the ankle. This operation can relieve pain and maintain motion in the arthritic ankle joint and is an alternative to arthrodesis (ankle fusion) which can relieve pain but eliminates motion in the joint. Although it does not have the same long-term track record of hip or knee replacement, shorter-term studies on ankle replacement look very promising.

Characteristics of arthritis of the ankle

Hallux Valgus - Bunions

Basics of hallux valgus (bunions)

Hallux valgus is a condition in which the big toe migrates laterally toward the second toe.  This results in a bump on the inner side of the foot know as a bunion.  It is related to a combination of genetic factors, activities and inheritance.  Some patients who have this condition do not have symptoms.  Sometimes symptoms can be relieved just by modifying the shoe to have enough room in the forefoot to accommodate the changed shape.

Ankle Arthritis

Basics of ankle arthritis

Ankle arthritis is a clinical condition in which the joint that connects the foot to the leg, known as the tibiotalar or ankle joint, has damaged or worn out cartilage. There are three bones involved in this joint: the tibia, the fibula and the talus. The arthritis can involve any or all of these bones. Arthritis is characterized by pain and swelling.

Professor
Jerome H. Debs II Endowed Chair for Orthopaedic Traumatology

Stephen K. Benirschke, M.D.
Foot and Ankle

Professor
Director, RR&D Center for Excellence in Limb Loss Prevention and Prosthetic Engineering, Veterans Affairs

Bruce J. Sangeorzan, M.D.
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