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almost 11 years ago

So I don't know where else to put this -

Has anyone on here had metal plates removed?
I have one in my forearm and it's causing a little trouble. Awaiting an X-ray to see if there's been movement but otherwise it's my decision as to whether I want it removed or not.

Just wondering if anyone had any experience in optional removal and the pros/cons?

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almost 11 years ago

I think this question is for Dr Junior82

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almost 11 years ago

Good luck with this one young lady. Sounds like pain whichever choice you make. I thought plates were there to give support and strength. Removing it might create a weakness. What about a replacement plate?

Coops, didn't you once wear a metal/foil hat?

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almost 11 years ago

What do you mean by "once"?

Its the only way I can protect myself from the forums :-)

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almost 11 years ago

I <3 Nix wrote:

So I don't know where else to put this -

Has anyone on here had metal plates removed?
I have one in my forearm and it's causing a little trouble. Awaiting an X-ray to see if there's been movement but otherwise it's my decision as to whether I want it removed or not.

Just wondering if anyone had any experience in optional removal and the pros/cons?

Talk to Pat Fleming He had the 2 in his leg removed 

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almost 11 years ago

The plate was put in to assist the healing when they surgically broke my arm. It's just kinda chillin there now.

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almost 11 years ago

If you get it removed you can no longer be known as CyborgTracey. Just saying.


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almost 11 years ago

pretty big factor to consider ^


Allegedly

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almost 11 years ago

Better out than in!

E + R + O

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almost 11 years ago

C-Diddy wrote:

I think this question is for Dr Junior82

??

Maybe you mean Chris Kerr.  It's easy to get us confused.

But if you want some bollocks advice I'm open for business.

"Phoenix till they lose"

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almost 11 years ago
I have been called many things. Medical and genius are not two of them. I'm a redundant IT guy so have zero clue.
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almost 11 years ago

Must have meant WayneKerr

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almost 11 years ago

Chris Kerr wrote:
I have been called many things. Medical and genius are not two of them.

I'm a redundant IT guy so have zero clue.

I was counting on you Chris...

not really, I know you.

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almost 11 years ago

Chris Kerr wrote:
I have been called many things. Medical and genius are not two of them.

I'm a redundant IT guy so have zero clue.

Soz.

I just thought you were one from your twitter name.

So with this info, I will offer the following non-qualified advice:

Take two paracetomol and if you still haven't decided what to do by the morning it's probably a virus in which case take plenty of water and rest up.

"Phoenix till they lose"

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almost 11 years ago

Paddy Quote after plates removed: It's like walking on jelly. 

Bones flex 

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almost 11 years ago

Blew.2 wrote:

Must have meant WayneKerr

In my job we have several guys by that name. I wonder if they did group therapy?

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almost 11 years ago

Blew.2 wrote:

Paddy Quote after plates removed: It's like walking on jelly. 

Bones flex 


Surely that's just until the screw holes refill with bone though? I mean, he's still playing right?

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almost 11 years ago

I <3 Nix wrote:

Blew.2 wrote:

Paddy Quote after plates removed: It's like walking on jelly. 

Bones flex 


Surely that's just until the screw holes refill with bone though? I mean, he's still playing right?

Yes back playing - but when he explained it, you don't think of bones as flexible.

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almost 11 years ago

What does your specialist say?  If he/she after looking at your X-rays thinks the plates need to be removed then go for it. Bone regrows after all. 

Good idea to check at what level your specialist is though. Reg or Consultant.

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almost 11 years ago

Specialist will have the x-ray in the next few days. My next appt is two weeks away.

He said at my last appt (2 weeks ago) that if x-ray was clear then it's up to me. If it's hurting/annoying then I could get it taken out. It is causing a bit of pain though so leaning towards removal.

Just wanted to see if anyone else had had it done.

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almost 11 years ago

I worked at ACC for a number of years helping people after accidents. People getting metal removed was a regular thing. Always a little tender and weak at the start but after some physio, well worth it.

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