Ankle surgery showdown: which procedure helps patients walk better?

NCT ID NCT00391365

First seen Jun 24, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 368 patients with severe ankle arthritis who chose surgery. Researchers used surveys, step counts, and motion-capture walking tests to compare how well different surgical procedures improved function and quality of life. The goal was to find out which surgery works best for long-term recovery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • VA Puget Sound Health Care System Seattle Division, Seattle, WA

    Seattle, Washington, 98108-1532, United States

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ankylosis arthritic joint disease osteoarthritis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.