Coastal Foot & Ankle Dr. Moss

Coastal Foot & Ankle Dr. Moss Coastal Foot and Ankle Associates, founded by Dr. Moss in 2003, provides complete care of the Foot and Ankle.

This includes everything from sports injuries to chronic deformities. Dr. Moss is Board Certified in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery.

06/22/2026

If you have severe ankle arthritis, there is a lot to understand before deciding between ankle fusion, total ankle replacement, reconstruction, or continued non-surgical care.

Here are 10 things patients should know:

1. Ankle fusion and ankle replacement are not “good vs bad.” They are different procedures for different patients.

2. Fusion is designed to improve stability by eliminating motion at the painful ankle joint.

3. Total ankle replacement is designed to replace damaged joint surfaces while preserving some ankle motion in selected patients.

4. Not everyone is a candidate for ankle replacement.

5. Alignment matters. A crooked or tilted ankle can change the entire treatment plan.

6. Bone quality matters. The implant needs the right foundation to be considered.

7. Prior fractures or previous surgery can make the case more complex.

8. Recovery is not instant. Rehab, swelling control, gait training, and gradual return to activity are part of the process.

9. Severe ankle arthritis is not just “ankle pain.” It can affect walking, work, stairs, travel, exercise, and daily independence.

10. The best treatment plan starts with a specialist evaluation — not a one-size-fits-all answer.

If you have been told you need ankle fusion, or you are wondering whether ankle replacement may be an option, a reconstructive foot and ankle evaluation can help clarify what is realistic for your specific ankle.

Treatment options vary‼️

06/17/2026

Total ankle replacement can be an excellent option for selected patients, but it should never be presented as a miracle procedure.

It is not for everyone. It is not instant.

It is not risk-free. And it does not turn an arthritic ankle into a normal 18-year-old ankle.

A responsible evaluation looks at arthritis severity, deformity, bone quality, medical risk, skin condition, circulation, nerve function, activity goals, and the patient’s ability to follow a recovery plan.

For the right patient, ankle replacement may be part of a motion-preserving treatment strategy. For another patient, fusion, reconstruction, bracing, or other care may be more appropriate.

The goal is not to “sell” surgery. The goal is to choose the right plan‼️

06/11/2026

Total ankle replacement is not simply “remove arthritis, insert implant.”

Before deciding whether someone may be a candidate, a specialist has to evaluate the full limb: ankle alignment, deformity, bone quality, ligament stability, circulation, nerve function, prior surgery, skin condition, and the joints around the ankle.

This is especially important for patients with post-traumatic arthritis, old fractures, failed prior surgery, severe deformity, or a foot that no longer lines up under the leg.

In some cases, replacement may be appropriate. In others, fusion, staged correction, bracing, or complex reconstruction may be safer or more durable.

06/09/2026

Being told you may need an ankle fusion can feel overwhelming.

But fusion and total ankle replacement are not “good versus bad” procedures. They are different tools for different patients.

🦴Fusion can be a very appropriate option for severe ankle arthritis, especially when stability, deformity, bone quality, or other medical factors make replacement less ideal.

🦴Total ankle replacement may be considered in selected patients when preserving some ankle motion is a realistic goal.

At Coastal Foot & Ankle, we evaluate the whole problem: arthritis, alignment, deformity, prior surgery, bone quality, and patient goals.

If you have severe ankle arthritis and have been told fusion is your only option, you may benefit from a specialist consultation. Treatment options vary.

Consider a specialist evaluation to discuss whether fusion, replacement, or reconstruction may be appropriate

05/14/2026

Your ankle arthritis doesn’t have to end in surgery.

Regenerative medicine is changing the game:

💉PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) are concentrated healing proteins from YOUR blood

💉BMAC (Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate) are your body’s own stem cell powerhouse

Both injected directly into the arthritic joint to reduce pain, restore function, and slow degeneration.

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05/01/2026

Joint pain isn’t just “wear and tear” it’s inflammation driving the problem.

IRAP (Interleukin-1 Receptor Antagonist Protein) is a regenerative treatment that uses your body’s own healing properties to target inflammation at the source.

By blocking the proteins that break down cartilage, IRAP helps reduce pain, improve mobility, and support long-term joint health. This isn’t just symptom relief, it’s a smarter, more natural way to treat joint conditions.

Curious if IRAP is right for your foot or ankle pain? Let’s talk

04/28/2026

IRAP is not for everyone, but for the right patient, it may be considered as part of a treatment plan for chronic joint pain, arthritis, or inflammation that continues despite more conservative treatment.

This may include patients who:
💉have ongoing joint discomfort want to explore options beyond temporary symptom relief
💉are trying to delay or avoid surgery when appropriate
💉are looking for a more individualized approach to inflammation inside the joint

As with any treatment, candidacy depends on the specific condition, the joint involved, the degree of damage, symptoms, and overall goals.

The most important point is this: the right treatment depends on the right patient.

04/23/2026

Joint pain is often driven by inflammation, and sometimes that inflammatory response stays active longer than it should‼️

💉IRAP is designed to help address that by using your body’s own anti-inflammatory proteins inside the joint. The goal is to support a healthier joint environment, which may help improve comfort and function over time.

💉This is one reason regenerative medicine has become an area of growing interest. Rather than looking only at symptoms, treatments like IRAP are designed to work with the body’s own biology in a more targeted way.

💉It is not the right fit for every patient, but it is an important option to understand when exploring non-surgical approaches to ongoing joint inflammation.

04/22/2026

This is not a steroid injection. This is IRAP‼️

IRAP is designed to target inflammation differently by using proteins derived from your own blood to help support joint comfort and function.
It is not the right fit for everyone, and it is not a one-size-fits-all solution. But for the right patient, it may be an option worth considering as part of a more targeted, regenerative approach.

The goal is to support the joint environment in a way that goes beyond simply masking symptoms.

More on how it works in the next reel.⏭️

04/16/2026

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