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Avatar f tn leading up to days later a “ titanium rod “ being inserted into the broken femur . The initial days , etc. obvious moments of pain happened , over the years since then w/ the break eventually being healed = very ..,... minimal pain . In getting older = 64 y.o. now within the past couple of years thereabouts pain is reaccuring more & more , causing pain also in my hips and other leg .
Avatar n tn t heal properly and after six months a rod was inserted. After a year I was back to playing tennis, golf, etc. I had it x-rayed about 1 year ago after a spell of aching. The orthopedist said I could have the rod removed but advised against it. Recently it has started to ache quite a bit. I did drive about 600 miles with few stops and that night it ached almost as much as the night I originally broke it and before the cast was put on. I can hardly put weight on it at times.
Avatar n tn I have seen my surgeon, and he has suggested removing the top screw to maybe ease the tendinitis, and possibly removing the rod for the leg pain. When he suggests these things, he seems very unsure whether they are going to actually help. I was just wondering whether to remove the rod and screw, or just the screw, and what the chances are of the surgery actually helping the pain.
Avatar f tn I also had bilateral femur fractures and rods inserted in eaxh leg. One leg healed very well but the other not only did not heal but the titanium rod broke in two. The only option was to have the broken rod removed and a new rod inserted. I am no spring chicken like you but I would like to tell you the surgery went great and I am back to my old self. Riding bikes and swimming 2 miles a day. Find a surgeon you can trust and discuss your concerns openly with him. Then decide what is best for you.
Avatar m tn Will doctors remove the steel rod in my leg after all this time? Is the steel rod even the problem and if not then what can I do? I am looking for advice on what I can do . Any advice really.
Avatar m tn I had a rod put in my tibia after a tib/fib fracture just over a year ago. I still have pain almost constantly. (except at rest) I have tried many things, but I didn't plan on another, the third, surgery to remove the rod. I will gladly do it, however, if the answer to your question is yes! ...Waiting....
Avatar n tn My 10 week check x ray had the rod broken where a month prior the rod was ok.I was off my leg with a boot on and put no pressure on my leg.What type of force could cause such a thing?I have no pain and did not fall or was not in a accident .Please explain any causes.Thank you.
Avatar m tn The doctor put a rod in my leg to help with the break but said that it was a little too long for my leg, and that I would probably have to have it removed. Soon after my leg healed, I was sent to prison and spent 5 years there. While in prison I worked out with passion, I ran, and played sports all day long. I trained with weights, often having up to 405lbs on my back for squats, and 495lbs for deadlifts.... I did have discomfort in my leg. After being released from prison..
Avatar m tn I'm 21 old had a severe injury to my left leg tibia & fibula in motor bike accident got hit a lorry.. Broken Tibia bone came out making a hole in my skin, i had lost blood... Then i has surgery after 12 hrs, with a rod & 2 nails inserted only for Tibia, but they did nothing to broken fibula... Now after 11 months, I'm walking normally but still i cant run, jump & unable to climb stairs quickly... Please tell me, 1. when can i run & able climb stairs quickly? 2.
Avatar m tn Not by the screws, although they hurt but I will put up with it, but down the top of my leg along were the rod is. I press on specific areas of Muscle? and it is very tender. I cannot run at all, and dont walk without pain. I have been told repeatedly that the removal is risky and it may not work.
Avatar m tn Has anyone faced such a problem as a result of the tip of the rod and would you be able to tell me the advantages of removing the entire rod now that it has been fused to the bones and the implications of keeping it. The rod seems according to x-rays solid and has not broken, but I read some reviews about the possibility of the rod to rust or even break. I would appreciate your feedback on this matter!
Avatar n tn I was given the choice to do a cast or metal rod with pins through my leg for a speedy recovery in witch i choose. It was put through the lower part of my leg down to my ankle Big mistake! I can't even walk a mile without my leg killing me. Hurts from my Knee down to where there is a small bump (feels like bone) on top of my ankle. I need to know if the rod and pins can be removed? If so how fast is the recovery and will the pain go away?
Avatar n tn Job accident, broke my tibia and fibula about 2-3 inches above my ankle. Open compound fracture, surgery clean the wound, insert nail rod in tibia with 4 screws to lock, and skin graft on wound site where bone broke skin. After PT I can now walk, climb stairs, ladders, jump from chair and starting to run with a limp, I walk without limp. No pain unless someone hit my injured leg area, only discomfort now and than but goes away in seconds.
Avatar m tn My mom had a fracture on her left leg. It was compound fracture with her leg broken above her ankle She had a steel rod put in her leg from the joint till the ankle. Got an xray done just of her left leg AP & Lateral view. The report is normal except for the 2 points mentioned as below: 1) Fixating devices are seen in situ. 2) Old fracture of distal tibia and fibula are noted. Not able to understand the above points and need to know if they are normal or is it cause of worry. Please help.
Avatar n tn my questtion is im still getting pain at the fracture site and im still walking with quite a heavey limp could anyone tell me how long i will have the limp and the odd nagging pain at the fracture site or will i have this for life? i have a rod and 3 screws in my leg to would it be advised to have these taken out after full bone healing and could this be contributing to the limp and pain.
1542537 tn?1293207098 Hi, broken bones take a varying amount of time to heal, mostly depending upon the type of bone broken, the age of the person, and the way in which the bone is broken. Larger broken bones, for example the bones in the thigh, or both bones of leg would take a great deal longer to heal, usually six weeks to three months in the average healthy adult. Begin physical therapy as soon as is practical. That will help.
Avatar f tn I too broke femur back in 2005 in a car accident I have metal rod going down my leg with a screw in my knee I understand the pain your having I have the same problems .
970618 tn?1247715435 Has anyone ever broken a titanium rod in their back.And is this dangerous if not taken care of?
1196614 tn?1265075773 s my story , i had a broken tibia and fibula as well i was trying tio help a female from getting beaten by his boyfriend , it was slippery oitside my right leg went forward and my left leg went backwards and my big ***( lol ) landed on top of my ankle and distored my ankle and broke my tibia and fibula , i went to the hospital where i stayed two nights then on monday i had to go see the bone doctor at the other hosiptal and told me that your fracture was a bad one .
Avatar n tn 2 years ago, I crushed the bottom of my femur right at the knee and I have a rod on the femur with 5 screws and 7 screws in my knee. The rod is giving me all kinds of pain, not the knee. What could be causing this? Any suggestions.
Avatar n tn , strontium, vitamin K2, vitamin D3, calcium/magnesium/phosphorus) and exercise. However, she still feels pain and discomfort in her left leg due to the fibular rod and screws -- especially in humid environments or after physical exertion. Therefore she is contemplating having them removed. My question is: after seven years of bone growth would removal be feasible? And exactly how much risk and recovery time is there involved for a 76yo otherwise healthy and active woman?
Avatar n tn About 8 months ago I had a very serious surgery that left 4 screws in my pelvis and 4 screws in my femur and a rod in my femur, my leg was broken in 3 places and my pelvic ring was broken. I am pretty much fully recovered but I still find it hard to walk fast and for long periods of time, my knee starts to hurt. I was thinking taking the screws and rods out of my leg would help me walk better. How long do they have to stay in before I can have them taken out?
Avatar f tn I broke my upper femur several years ago and had to have a rod and screws put in the region near the hip. It has been moderately painful over the years but recently become so bad on some days i have to use a cane to get around, im 59yrs old and never smoked and do alot of exercise including yoga. Should i get the rod and pin removed or just learn to live with the bad days?
Avatar n tn However, recently he has noticed the rod they put in his leg is pushing against his skin. It seems to sore. This is a quick onset of symptoms. Of course, I would like him to go see a doctor. He has been researching rod removal all day. Do you think this is going to be necessary? Is this a normal course of events for rod insertion? I thnank you in advance for any advice or suggestions.
Avatar m tn I am experiencing servere pain where they inserted the rod in ny leg feels like the rod is going to pop out of my skin is this normal? I am also having a hard time geting comfortable any suggestions would be helpful.
Avatar m tn Fibula and i had a Titanium rod put in with four screws this happened on the 26th of July 2009 and the surgery was the same day my leg hurts and so does my knee i cant bend it all the way like normal what i am to expect of this I'm young and scared what the out come it going to be please anyone who has had this type of surgery or knows anything about it comment and let me know anything you know
Avatar n tn I fell and broke my tabia and dislocated my knee... I was taken by ambulance and 3 days operated on. I now have a rod and 5 screws in my left leg. Everyday I feel pain, however, I am 40 pounds over weight. Is that the reason, perhaps.... I am going to address my weight and diet, but my exercising is challenged due to leg pain. I have the WII and can work the upper part of my body, but my LEG HURTS... I hate pain pills, and only save them when it really hurst.