... ch and a long recovery period. i'd love to hear from anyone who has successfully beat this difficult arthritic condition without surgery. i wish you the best. ... (15 replies)

... I am also told recovery to walking is rapid. But what about gait? ... (0 replies)

... My doc told me there was literally nothing I could do hurt the fusion after it healed, no excess wear and tear would occur. It is solid. I thought joint deterioration is the predecessor to the fusion! ... (15 replies)