Assessment steps and treatment tips for ankle arthritis

J Fam Pract. 2017 May;66(5):288-292.

Abstract

The tibiotalar joint's unique biomechanics and associated structures carry management implications that vary from those in knee or hip arthritis.

MeSH terms

  • Ankle Injuries / complications
  • Ankle Joint / physiopathology*
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / therapeutic use
  • Arthralgia / diagnosis
  • Arthralgia / etiology
  • Arthralgia / therapy*
  • Arthritis / diagnosis*
  • Arthritis / physiopathology
  • Arthritis / therapy*
  • Canes
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Foot Orthoses
  • Glucocorticoids / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Immobilization
  • Injections, Intra-Articular
  • Orthopedic Procedures
  • Physical Examination
  • Physical Therapy Modalities
  • Referral and Consultation
  • Viscosupplements / therapeutic use
  • Weight Loss

Substances

  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
  • Glucocorticoids
  • Viscosupplements