Tibio-talo-calcaneo fusion using a locked intramedullary compressive nail

We present the clinical results and outcomes of 30 consecutive patients (31 ankles) who have undergone tibio-talo-calcaneal arthrodesis using an intramedullary nail to achieve bony union. This was a prospective study and surgery was performed by the senior author in a single hospital. We achieved high levels of satisfaction and outcome via the AOFAS and SF-36 scoring systems. We propose that this method of arthrodesis is reliable and easily reproducible for patients with severe arthritis and bone loss at the ankle and subtalar joints.