Hardware removal after tibial plateau fracture (tpf)

Just a note to see if you asked about the fascia. My knee replacement left me with some pain issues. Met with the surgeon. He took X-rays. Told me “so sorry Chris, it’s the fascia.” And so..... I have been searching for ways to keep the fascia happy and free of restrictions for several years. Quite the journey. Be safe, be well. Enjoy a pain free day. Chris

Thanks Chris! I just did a bit of research on the fascia and will ask my PT about it.

Hi Chris. No, I haven't had my hardware removed. I just started thinking about it again recently and during my research found this page where I had posted my question back in 2017. Sorry, I can't give you any advice. I am still dealing with the same situation almost four years after surgery.

No, I haven't had my hardware removed. I just started thinking about it again recently and during my research found this page where I had posted my question back in 2017. Sorry, I can't give you any advice. I am still dealing with the same situation almost four years after surgery.

I have a friend who had hardware removal done and she got excellent results. Also, she recovered quickly. She is now recovering from an unusual knee replacement (her third). Many people have a toxic reaction to the metal placed in their body, and this can cause pain. There are blood tests you can have done prior to surgery to see what metals you are allergic to. I know I have a problem with nickel. I am going to be getting a shoulder replacement and possibly disc fusion in my back, so I will be getting that test done. Insurance does not cover the cost.

You may be allergic to the metals. I think you should get all that isn't necessary removed. It's a problem waiting to happen.; You can get a blood test to tell you what metals you are allergic to.

Thank you for telling me of your friend’s experience. I met with my surgeon this week and have decided to get my hardware removed. Hopefully I will get the same results as your friend!

I wish you nothing but the best! They don't belong in your body and if you aren't using them, it might be best they go.

Keep us posted, okay?

Hi!
I had a Proximal TPF approximately 11 weeks ago. My ortho doc said bones look great at 8 weeks post op and I was thrilled with that news. He also said I could get rid of the boot. I mentioned my 2nd and 3rd toes feel numb and tingly and he said I had some tibial nerve damage that could take up to a year to heal. I had difficulty getting PT going due to transportation support and location and didn’t begin PT until after my appt with him. PT said the same., to get rid of the boot. He didnt really listen when I tried telling him with the boot on I am able bear much more weight but without it, it feels like I am going to injure my foot more. I did massage for 20 years and so I have a great about my body along with anatomy knowledge. PT assigned ex cerise’s and told me he would be gone the next week but would see me the following week, which was 2 weeks away. I have switched to a new PT department with therapists who combine manual therapy, which is what the soft tissues need that were damaged from whatever accident cause the fracture. Anyway, I am getting really lengthy here but I talked to a friend who is a PT for confirmation of using the boot to beat more weight when I need to, such as going up or down stairs and remove it according to my tolerance. I have noticed these last couple of days that the tissue right Over the largest part of larger plate gets super tender and swollen and it burns a sharp piercing pain that only lasts a few mins but I am beginner nag to wonder if this is going to be a constant. I get the tightness feeling and actually reach down to touch to see if I have ace bandage there or compression knee support I bought for the discomfort and find it odd that it feels like one or the other is there and neither will be there. I have been applying massage oil And working on it and that helps, but keep wondering if I am always going to feel these plates & have this swelling and burning pain. Looks like many do. I dread the possibility of going through another surgery, but I also feel that this will be an ongoing issue and have seen all positive results from hardware removal. I am wondering if you decided to do the removal and what your results have been. Thanks for sharing your experience! This post started while back! Also happy to hear about experiences from others!