Dr.karnav Panchal is a specialist in knee, hip, shoulder and elbow related problems. After completing his M.S. in orthopedics at B.J. Medical College, one of the prestigious institutes in India, he has been trained in the fields of joint replacement surgeries and sports injuries at Mumbai and South Korea.
Fusion (arthrodesis) is a surgical procedure where damaged ankle or subtalar joints are permanently joined to eliminate pain, deformity, and instability. When performed arthroscopically, the procedure becomes minimally invasive, precise, and faster-healing.
According to Dr. Karnav Panchal, arthroscopy-assisted fusion involves:
Removing damaged cartilage
Cleaning the joint surfaces
Realigning the joint
Stabilizing with screws/plates
Promoting bone growth to allow fusion
The goal is pain-free motion, improved walking capacity, and correction of deformities.
This surgery is a life-changing solution for patients in areas like Bopal, Satellite, Vastrapur, SG Highway, Prahladnagar, Naranpura, Gota, Chandkheda, Maninagar, Navrangpura, and others who suffer from advanced ankle or subtalar joint issues.
Dr. Karnav Panchal recommends ankle or subtalar fusion for patients with:
End-stage ankle arthritis
Subtalar arthritis
Post-traumatic deformity
Severe ankle instability
Malunited or non-united fractures
Chronic pain unresponsive to treatments
Rheumatoid arthritis affecting the ankle
Failed previous ankle surgeries
Advanced flatfoot deformity
Charcot arthropathy (in select cases)
Subtalar joint collapse
Bone-on-bone joint degeneration
Osteonecrosis
Hindfoot alignment issues
These conditions are extremely common in Gujarat due to lifestyle, injuries, road accidents, and sports activities.
Several lifestyle and environmental factors contribute:
This leads many patients from Shahibaug, Naroda, Akhbarnagar, Ranip, Ambawadi, Science City, Thaltej, Memnagar, Bodakdev, Jodhpur, and Paldi to consult Dr. Karnav Panchal for treatment.
Patients who undergo ankle or subtalar fusion by Dr. Karnav Panchal experience several advantages:
✔ Very small incisions
✔ Faster bone healing
✔ Minimal blood loss
✔ Less post-op pain
✔ Direct camera visualization
✔ Perfect joint alignment
✔ Reduced surgical errors
✔ Faster mobilization
✔ Early physiotherapy
✔ Complete pain relief
✔ Improved stability
✔ Correct foot alignment
✔ Helps return to daily routine
✔ Enables pain-free walking
These benefits make it extremely popular across Ahmedabad and Gujarat.
The surgical steps include:
Small portals are created around the ankle to insert the arthroscope.
The camera helps Dr. Karnav Panchal see the joint in high resolution.
Damaged cartilage is removed to expose raw bone surfaces for fusion.
Ankle or subtalar joint is restored to normal anatomical position.
Specialized screws hold the joint together for fusion.
Minimal stitches ensure cosmetically superior results.
Dr. Karnav Panchal’s precision ensures that the ankle is perfectly aligned to avoid future deformities.
The subtalar joint is deeper and more complex. Arthroscopy allows perfect visualization even in these tight spaces.
Creating portals near the heel
Cleaning degenerative tissue
Removing all cartilage
Correcting heel alignment
Fixing screws through minimally invasive incisions
Patients achieve stable, pain-free hindfoot alignment.
Candidates include:
✔ Patients with severe pain
✔ Difficulty walking or standing
✔ Failed conservative treatments
✔ Pain affecting sleep
✔ Difficulty balancing
✔ Visible deformity
✔ Recurrent instability
✔ Severe arthritis on X-ray or MRI
✔ Chronic swelling
✔ Failed arthroscopic debridement
✔ Flatfoot deformity involving subtalar joint
✔ Post-traumatic ankle degeneration
If you experience any of these symptoms, you can contact us or fill the contact form to consult Dr. Karnav Panchal.
Elevation
Pain management
Non-weight bearing
Partial weight-bearing
Start physiotherapy
Increased mobility
Begin strengthening exercises
Full weight-bearing
Improved walking capacity
Final fusion achieved
Complete pain relief
Foot alignment corrected
According to Dr. Karnav Panchal, arthroscopy allows faster fusion compared to open surgery.
✔ Vast experience in foot and ankle surgeries
✔ Expertise in ankle & subtalar arthroscopy
✔ High fusion success rate
✔ Faster healing protocols
✔ Precision alignment of joints
✔ Modern implants and techniques
✔ Customized treatment plans
✔ Superior postoperative rehabilitation
Patients visit Dr. Karnav Panchal from Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Vadodara, Rajkot, Surat, Bharuch, Anand, Mehsana, Himatnagar, and other Gujarat cities.
Bopal, Gota, Chandkheda, Thaltej, Science City, SG Highway, Paldi, Ambawadi, Prahladnagar, Satellite, Navrangpura, Ellisbridge, Naranpura, Bodakdev, Memnagar, Vastrapur, Maninagar, Isanpur, Narol, Jivraj Park, Shahibaug, Sabarmati, Ranip, Motera, Hansol, Usmanpura, Ashram Road, Jodhpur, Vejalpur, Vasna, Sola, Drive-In, Gurukul, Akhbarnagar, Kalupur, Jamalpur, Sarangpur, Rakhiya, Nikol, Naroda, Bapunagar, Meghaninagar, Rakhial, CTM, Vatva, Lambha, Vastral, Odhav, Sardar Nagar, and more—patients from all these regions frequently seek Dr. Karnav Panchal for arthroscopy-assisted ankle or subtalar fusion.
Most patients can return to full activities within months.
Ankle replacement is not suitable for all patients.
Fusion is preferred when:
Severe deformity
Poor bone quality
High physical activity
Subtalar involvement
Post-traumatic arthritis
Failed previous surgeries
Fusion offers long-term durability, especially for Indian lifestyle.
Because of advanced arthroscopy, risks are minimal:
Very low infection rate
Faster healing
Minimal nerve irritation
Low risk of non-union
No major scarring
Superior alignment control
Patients can enjoy:
✔ Long walks
✔ Standing comfortably
✔ No ankle pain
✔ Sports like cycling, swimming
✔ Driving
✔ Normal professional life
Fusion does not prevent patients from living a full, active life.
If ankle or subtalar joint pain disturbs your lifestyle, mobility, or routine, simply contact us or fill the contact form to book an appointment with Dr. Karnav Panchal.
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Arthroscopy-assisted ankle or subtalar fusion is one of the most effective, minimally invasive, and long-lasting treatments for advanced ankle or subtalar joint damage. Patients across Ahmedabad and Gujarat consistently trust Dr. Karnav Panchal because of his expertise in foot and ankle arthroscopy, precision-driven fusion techniques, and faster recovery outcomes.
If persistent ankle or subtalar pain is affecting your quality of life, the solution is advanced fusion surgery performed with the latest arthroscopy techniques.
To begin your treatment journey, simply contact us or fill the contact form to consult Dr. Karnav Panchal and receive personalized guidance.
