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Specialised field of Orthopaedics rebuilding and lengthening limbs

Foot and Ankle Reconstruction

Complex foot and ankle conditions often demand highly specialized management. Challenges arise from issues such as failed ankle fracture fixation, fusion, or replacements, which require innovative solutions. These solutions may include external fixation, 3D printed truss cage reconstructions, and specialized fusion techniques to reconstruct and restore function.

When facing ankle arthritis, we employ arthrodiatasis (distraction) of the joint to preserve pain-free motion for as long as possible, delaying the need for replacement or fusion procedures.

In cases of Diabetic Charcot foot deformities, we follow a staged protocol that involves gradual distraction using an external fixator, followed by definitive fixation to restore and maintain the foot’s shape.

Complex foot deformities, including residual clubfoot deformities, are approached with meticulous pre-operative planning using 3D printed models. We then implement gradual corrections through external fixator technologies.

My commitment is to provide you with the most advanced and specialised solutions for complex foot and ankle conditions. 

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to explore how my expertise can make a significant difference in your journey to restore function and well-being. Your path to optimal foot and ankle health begins here.

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Dr. Franz Birkholtz

Orthopaedic Surgeon
South Africa
T: +27 (0)21 861 6420
E: dr.fbirkholtz@ior.health