When conservative care fails...

When conservative treatments fail (bracing, orthotics, physical therapy, etc.), Dr. Miner is expert trained in ankle joint replacement. 

She researches, presents and publishes on the technique to better understand how to make ankle replacement a durable and better an option for more of her patients.

Not every patient is a candidate for an ankle joint replacement. 

Another viable alternative is fusion of the joint which removes the painful arthritis and fixes the joint in a position so it no longer moves. However, Dr. Miner will discuss with you whether you may have the option of a joint replacement.