Ankle

Ankle Replacement Surgery:

Missoula Bone & Joint has Dr. Brent Roster who specializes in evaluation and treatment of all foot and ankle injuries and conditions, including total ankle joint replacement surgery.

For more information click on his bio page link in above sentence.

When is the right time for Joint Replacement Surgery

At Missoula Bone & Joint, we understand that the decision to have a joint replacement procedure is seldom an easy one. When making a recommendation, your Missoula Bone & Joint surgeon will consider various factors such as your age, health profile, and desired activity level. Usually, the right time for a joint replacement is when the pain is limiting your quality of life and stopping you from doing the things you enjoy. When the entire joint is damaged, you will likely need a total joint replacement. However, if only part of the joint is damaged, your orthopedic surgeon may be able to repair or replace just the damaged parts. To replace a joint, a surgeon removes the diseased or damaged parts and inserts artificial parts, called prostheses, or implants.