It can take a while to heal -- sometimes many months -- so your doctor will want to know that you can deal with a long recovery. It may not be right for you if you have a health issue, like:
If you smoke, not enough bone may be able to form for the joint to fully fuse, and you may end up needing a second surgery.
- Poor bone quality
- An infection
- Narrowed arteries
- A nervous system (neurological) problem that may keep you from healing