Learn what to expect before and after your ankle replacement surgery at Duke.

• Before Your Ankle Replacement Surgery
  Before ankle replacement surgery, your surgeon will suggest preparatory steps leading up to the day before surgery at Duke Orthopaedics.
• Ankle Replacement Surgery: What to Expect
  Learn what to expect when undergoing ankle replacement surgery at Duke Orthopaedics.
• Pain Management Related to Ankle Replacement Surgery
  Anesthesiologists work with you to determine what type of pain management medicine will be most effective for you after total ankle replacement surgery.
• Recovering from Ankle Replacement Surgery
  In the days and weeks following ankle replacement surgery, your doctor or physical therapist will recommend special range-of-motion exercises.
• Returning Home After Ankle Replacement
  To ease into your at-home routine and be prepared for what to expect after ankle replacement surgery, please review the following information with your family or care provider.
• Follow-Up Care After Ankle Replacement
  It takes a year to recover from ankle replacement. Learn what to expect in terms of follow-up doctor and physical therapy appointments.
• Frequently Asked Questions About Ankle Replacement
  Get the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions regarding total ankle replacement surgery and recovery.