Total Ankle Replacement Singapore | Axis Orthopaedic Centre

WHAT IS TOTAL ANKLE REPLACEMENT

Total ankle replacement, also known as ankle arthroplasty, is the procedure to replace a damaged or diseased ankle joint with a new, artificial joint. These artificial joints may be made from metal or plastic. Total ankle replacement in Singapore is typically recommended for patients who are diagnosed with advanced ankle arthritis, which causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the ankle joint, as well as difficulty walking or moving the foot.

Other reasons why an individual may be recommended a total ankle replacement in Singapore include:

Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis that affects the ankle joint
Ankle pain that persists while resting
Ankle pain that worsens when weight or pressure is applied to the joint
Ankle instability or weakness
Limited mobility
Difficulty or painful walking
Fractures

A total ankle replacement can help address these issues long-term. Generally, the procedure is recommended to older adults; and for patients whose symptoms cannot be controlled through conservative means such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroid injections, physiotherapy and braces.

Total ankle replacement in Singapore may not be suitable for individuals who are obese or overweight, or have weak ankle ligaments, misaligned feet, diabetes, nerve damage, bone infections and circulatory problems.

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About Dr Seng Chusheng

Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports & Exercise Medicine
MBBS (Singapore), MRCS (Edinburgh), MMed (Orth), FRCS (Edinburgh)

Dr Seng Chusheng is a consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Axis Orthopaedic Centre, specialising in foot and ankle surgery. His expertise includes minimally invasive bunion correction, complex foot and ankle fracture fixation, keyhole ligament reconstruction and cartilage repair. Over the course of his career, he has performed more than a thousand surgeries and manages a broad range of conditions, including general orthopaedic trauma and sport-related knee injuries.

Dr Seng received advanced fellowship training at the Assal Centre in Geneva, Switzerland, focusing on complex deformities, trauma and minimally invasive techniques. Before entering private practice, he served as a consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Singapore General Hospital and continues as a visiting consultant. His dedication to patient care has been recognised with the SingHealth Service With A Heart Award. Actively involved in research and education, Dr Seng regularly presents at local and international conferences and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing orthopaedic practice.