Physical Performance and Quality of Life after Ankle Fusion
Harrasser, N.; Gebhardt, C.; Südkamp, N.-P.; Schmal, H.; Walther, M.; Mehlhorn, A.-T. · NeuroTransmitter · 2020 · Heft 06 · S. 611 bis 617
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Abstract Introduction Ankle fusion is still considered as an established therapy for end-stage ankle osteoarthritis. To determine exact description of postoperative functioning, it is necessary to consult a variety of functional scores and quality of life questionnaires. Methods/Patients 34 patients with 34 ankle fusions were investigated on average 5.9 years postoperatively by functional tests and health-related quality of life questionnaires (AOFAS hindfoot score [AOFAS: American Orthopaedic Foot/Ankle Society], Foot Function Index [FFI], Lower Extremity Functional Scale [LEFS], Lower Extremity Activity Scale…
