Distraction arthroplasty is a unique surgical procedure in orthopaedic medicine that involves gradually distracting affected joints by slowly separating the bone ends. This allows new
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For many suffering from chronic joint pain, particularly in the ankle, traditional treatments often involve a tough decision: joint fusionor replacement. While these surgeries can
Ankle osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the ankle joint. Traditional treatments like joint fusion can limit mobility. An alternative procedure
The accessory navicular is a common but often misunderstood anomaly in foot anatomy, frequently encountered in orthopaedic practice. This supplementary piece of bone found adjacent
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Dr Gordon Slater is a highly-skilled surgeon specialising in foot and ankle conditions and sports injuries. Dr Slater is one of the first foot and ankle surgeons in Australia to adopt minimally invasive surgical techniques. He routinely uses MIS to treat a range of conditions, including bunions. MIS has many advantages including shorter operating times, reduced post-operative pain, reduced risk of infection, minimal scarring and better cosmetic outcomes.
Dr Gordon Slater is a highly-skilled surgeon specialising in foot and ankle conditions and sports injuries. Dr Slater is one of the first foot and ankle surgeons in Australia to adopt minimally invasive surgical techniques. He routinely uses MIS to treat a range of conditions, including bunions. MIS has many advantages including shorter operating times, reduced post-operative pain, reduced risk of infection, minimal scarring and better cosmetic outcomes.