Triple Arthrodesis
Triple arthrodesis fuses three joints of the back of the foot (subtalar, talonavicular, calcaneocuboid) to correct rigid deformity and end-stage arthritis.
Medically reviewed by Michael G. Lyons, DPM — Board-Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon
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- Rigid adult flatfoot
- Hindfoot arthritis
- Severe deformity that can't be corrected by soft-tissue procedures
Through medial and lateral incisions, the three joints are prepared and fused in the corrected position with screws.
- Non-weightbearing 8 weeks
- Boot weeks 8–14
- Full activity 6–12 months
- Nonunion
- Adjacent joint arthritis
- Wound healing
Conditions this procedure treats
Adult Acquired Flatfoot
Adult acquired flatfoot is the gradual collapse of the arch in adulthood — usually from posterior tibial tendon failure. Early intervention prevents progression to rigid deformity.
Learn morePosterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is the most common cause of adult-acquired flatfoot. The tendon that supports the arch becomes inflamed, stretched, or torn, leading to gradual arch collapse and pain on the inside of the ankle.
Learn moreFrequently asked questions
Will I still be able to walk normally?
Most patients walk comfortably — the foot is stiffer but pain-free.
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