Removal of plate and screws from tibia fracture

I DID HAVE A PLATE AND SCREWS REMOVED FROM A FRACTURE ON MY UPPER RIGHT 🦵 LEG BECAUSE OF PAIN. IT WORKED FOR ME.TERESA

Hello,
I had a PAO with a femoral derotation on both legs. I have 18 screws and a plate all together. After I finished with my rehab i still had some pain. I decided to remove the screws in my pelvis and the pain went away. I left the screws and plate in my femur because i dont want them to go through all those muscles. If it is giving you a lot of pain it might be worth it but it is a tough call. It did work for me though.

Hi, That is good to hear. Since my last post, I did have the hardware and screws removed. I am happy to say that pain is gone. I had my surgery 2 weeks ago to remove the hardware so I am feeling the affects of that. I hope it doesn't last long.

Hello, Thanks for your response. I did have the hardware/screws removed. The pain I had is gone but now just have to deal with the after surgery conditions. I'm glad your surgery went well.

That is great to hear. Glad it worked for you. I had mine removed two weeks ago and the pain is gone. Just have to recover from this surgery. Two surgeries in 1 year is enough for me.

Hello, I'm sorry to hear that you still have pain. I know what that feels like. I've had pain every day all day for one year since the plate and screws were put in. I've since had that removed and have other pains I'm dealing with. I just wish I could be pain free but I don't know if that is going to happen. Hang in there.

Tibia plateau fracture on July 9th 2018 with compartment syndrome and infection. 31 days in the hospital and 9 surgeries. Cause by full dresser motorcycle going over. Been living with 2 large plates and numerous screws. I still have knee pain and I am so tired of feeling like I am 80. I was outside trying to mow the lawn today and got 80% done and felt like I was going to collapse. it’s stiff in the morning and by night it’s usually soar. I still use ice around it still a year later about every other day. Crossing my leg while sitting is very stiff and can be painful at times. I don’t know if it’s the hardware or the leg itself. Not sure what to do. Just really tired of not being able to walk a long distance or even mowing my lawn.

I happened upon this site looking for others that have experienced what I am experiencing. On June 17 of this year I fell and broke my tibia. Had two surgeries,
external and internal fixation with Plate and 8 screws. It’s been six months and I am in pain every day. I have what looks like a screw protruding out my leg. I go back to my doctor this week for consult and X-rays. The thought of another surgery is very discouraging and I don’t even know If removal is an option yet but I wanted to see how long your recovery was with the removal and if you are still doing well. Thanks so much for sharing.

I fractured my femur in January 2013 and had a 9 inch plate and 11 screws inserted. The bottom two screws went into an artificial knee. The hardware was removed in October 2018 and the results have been great. My pain is much lower and my balance is better. Previously I had pain almost immediately when just standing (vs. walking) but now I can stand as well as walk.
Apparently the 'I Band' was frequently getting little tears as it moved over the hardware. I was experiencing episodes where I lost strength and range of motion. That hasn't happened since the hardware was removed. The actually surgery was a breeze, especially compared to having a knee replaced and the surgery to deal with the fractured femur. I was home for lunch and recovery was uneventful.

I had Tib Fib Surgery on my Upper Thigh. I fell 4 feet and just killed I. This was on Nov 11. I've seen my surgeon Twice. I'm getting ready to start 45 lb weight bearing on Tuesday.

The edge of the plate is bulging out and is unnerving. It wasn't bothering I think it just freaks me out.

Good luck, please keep us posted.

Susie