Online Forums for Discussion of Orthopedic Conditions of the Ankle
These groups mostly provide peer support from individuals with similar conditions, sharing their experiences.
General Discussion of Ankle Injuries
Osteochondral Lesion of the Talus Support Group
Facebook group (membership by application) described as “A place to share your (or your loved one’s) journey after an osteochondral lesion of the talus diagnoses.”
Osteochondraldefect.net
A forum for discussion of OCL, treatments and related topics. Anyone can read, but membership (by application) is required to post.
Advice on Ankle Injuries
Facebook group (membership by application) devoted to discussion of all types of ankle injuries.
Chronic Foot, Ankle Pain, and Surgery
Facebook group (membership by application) described as “A support system that is helping people to deal with foot surgery and life after.”
Foot and Ankle Pain Relief: Stay Active
Facebook group (membership by application) described as “For anyone with foot and ankle issues that wants to get back to living their active lifestyle.”
Patient.info Ankle Problems Forum
Discussion of ankle injuries. Anyone can read, but registration is required to post.
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Discussion focused on particular surgeries
BoneSmart Forum
Discussion for pre- and post-operative joint replacement patients. Has distinct areas for hip, knee, and shoulder replacements, and an area for “other” joints that includes “Finger, Thumb, Hand, Wrist, Elbow, Ankle, Foot, Toes”. Anyone can read; registration is required to post.
SmartPatients Joint Replacement Forum
Discussion of joint replacement with the premise that “Patients are the most underutilized resource in healthcare…Patients often become extraordinarily knowledgeable about their disease. You can, too.” Registration required to read or post.
SmartPatients Ankle Fusion Forum
Discussion of ankle fusion with the premise that “Patients are the most underutilized resource in healthcare…Patients often become extraordinarily knowledgeable about their disease. You can, too.” Registration required to read or post.
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Discussion of Lower Leg Orthotics
Fabtech Pde Brace/Exosym Brace
Facebook group for discussion of two types of dynamic ankle-foot orthoses said to be “Life changing devices for lower leg injuries.” Anyone can read; membership (by application) required to post.
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