In total ankle replacement your surgeon removes the damaged cartilage/bone, and positions new metal or plastic joint surfaces to restore the function of the #anklejoint. Although #totalanklereplacement is less common than hip or total knee replacement, advances in #ankleimplant design have made it a viable option for many #arthritistreatment #anklesurgery #orthopedicdoctor | Cory Calendine, M.D.