FAI March 2026 Podcast: Effect of Earlier Weightbearing on Ankle Range of Motion and Complications After Primary Total Ankle Arthroplasty

Total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) is a viable option for the treatment of end-stage ankle arthritis. Initiating weightbearing after a TAA has traditionally been conservative, with anywhere from 6 to 12 weeks of non-weightbearing recommended by surgeons. There is a scarcity of literature examining the impact of earlier weightbearing after TAA on postoperative outcomes. This study aimed to compare…