Fig. 3From: Comparison of distraction arthroplasty alone versus combined with arthroscopic microfracture in treatment of post-traumatic ankle arthritisThe radiographic views of the ankle before and after distraction. a, b The anteroposterior and lateral radiographs taken 1 day postoperatively showed the Ilizarov fixator was fixed appropriately. c, d The anteroposterior and lateral radiographs taken 1 week postoperatively showed joint space significantly enlarged due to 0.5-mm-distraction arthroplasty twice daily for five consecutive daysBack to article page