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Removal of plate and screws from tibia fracture
Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Jul 26, 2023 | Replies (79)Comment receiving replies
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.
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Your situation sounds very similar to mine. I broke my tibia exactly a year after you (June 17, 2020) and also had an external fixator before having surgery to have 2 plates and 12 screws put in my leg. I've been in constant pain and my PT doesn't know what else to do, so my surgeon is going to remove my plates and screws next Monday. While I'm scared to have another surgery done, I'm praying this will be the solution to stop the pain! 🙏
Have you been able to get yours removed yet? Hope you're doing better!
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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