Question
hi..i am john..28 years old.i had CTEV at birth both legs operated by PMSTR at one month of age.since den i had residual varus and equinus in left foot..at age 13 yrs i had a minor ankle fracture .at age 15 yrs i had my patella dislocated evry time i flex my knee.at 15 years of age i had my knee operated and they perform HAUSERS PRocedure on knee.but the dislocation not corrected even aftr surgery..presently i had pain in my ankle wen i walk 2 kms or more or wen i stand for long and also my patella dislocates evry timr i flex my knee with crepitatons in knee.now pls tell me
1.is it possible to operate both ankle and knee deformity in one operartion same day under same anaesthesia
2.tell me  what are the possible surgeries for both knee and ankle.u can use medical terms as i am also a doctor
3.can it be done via arthroscope
4.what is the rehabilitation time..plaster cast time.
5.what is the prognosis
6.what  are the complication in future if dont go for surgery

Answer
Dear John,

This Orthopedic Chicago Podiatrist located in West Loop 60661,Roscoe Village 60618, Ukranian Village 60622, Elmhurst 60126 & Bartlett 60103 says...
For your ankle & knee problems.
1. It is possible to do under one session-but probably won't be done due to time constraints.
2. There are many procedures-including modified procedures, which should be chosen based on the functional deformity & the what is the surgery trying to accomplish. You can minimize risk by having the surgeries done under local anesthesia with IV sedation---much safer& pleasant than general.
3.See above. It is possible-but there are also minimal incision techniques which my be available.
4 Rehab time can be anywhere from 4-12 weeks-depending on the procedure. Plaster may not be needed-perhaps a non weight bearing removable brace.
5. Prognosis-Good
6. Additional arthritis & possible decrease in function---depending on your lifestyle.
Start with an orthopedic group that has knee & ankle extremity specialists. Don't be afraid to get more than one consult. I would even consider a place like Mayo or Cleveland Clinic, or similar.Get as educated as possible to the risks & rewards & then decide
You will be able to decide based on the above.
Hope this helps & Good Luck!

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We are located in Chicago & Elmhurst

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