If you have been advised by the medical team caring for you that you may benefit from having foot/ankle surgery then the following information will help ensure you are as prepared as you can be for your surgery and recovery.

• Pre-assessment information - You will be invited to attend the pre-operative assessment clinic before your operation. You will meet one of the specialist nurses who will ask you questions about your health and may arrange appropriate tests such as blood tests and an ECG (heart tracing) if needed. This process is designed to make sure you are as physically ready for surgery as possible and also gives you information about what to expect so you can take time to think about whether you still want to go ahead.
• Ankle replacement surgery patient advice leaflet.

• You and your anaesthetic
• Peripheral nerve blocks
• Preventing hospital-associated blood clots
• MRSA

• It is essential to take time now to organise yourself at home so you will be able to manage safely and independently once you return home. Please read and act upon the recommendations and advice listed below prior to your hospital admission. 
• Non-weight bearing means you will not be able to put weight through your operated leg when walking or moving from one place to another. You will need to hop on your unoperated leg when walking. This will affect many daily activities and can cause fatigue, so it is a good idea to plan ahead as you will need some support at home
• Non-weight bearing advice