WHY HAVE AN ANKLE REPLACEMENT INSTEAD OF A FUSION?	Ankle fusion vs. Buechel-Pappas ™ total ankle replacement Reasons why most patients have the ankle replacement surgery Why hasn’t my doctor recommended an ankle replacement?
AM I A CANDIDATE FOR THIS ANKLE REPLACEMENT?	Who is a candidate for an ankle replacement? Am I too young (or too old)? How can I find out if I am a candidate? What to expect when you have your ankle evaluation by Dr. Buechel or one of our surgeons?
HOW SUCCESSFUL IS THE BUECHEL-PAPPAS ™  TOTAL ANKLE REPLACEMENT?	What is the success of surgery and longevity of the implant itself? What are the causes for possible failure? Major Differences between the Buechel-Pappas ankle and other devices on the market How long has Dr. Buechel been involved in total ankle replacements? How reliable is the information that is contained on other websites?
WHY CHOOSE TO HAVE YOUR SURGERY IN NEW JERSEY?	How experienced is Dr. Buechel? Surgery in New Jersey The Surgical Team Ankle Implant Design
WHAT IS THE SURGICAL PROCEDURE LIKE?	How long will I be in the hospital and what is involved? How much bone is resected (removed) with the Buechel-Pappas device? Will there be any changes in my leg length? Is bone graft used during surgery? Is there any harm in postponing my surgery? Is this surgery covered by insurance? What is the cost?
RECOVERY AND AFTER CARE?	Immediately after surgery Eight to ten days after surgery Six weeks after surgery What is the expected disability period? What do out-of-state patients need to know? Is Physical Therapy required after surgery? Activities after surgery Can I wear high heels again?

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