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Femur bone rod and screw

2018-12-20 23:37:10
I'm advised to get screws and rod removed from femur, I will plan to get this done . I need to know how much time it will take to recover. Attached is not my x-ray but same as mine bone got healed completely. Rod inserted time sep 21 2015.
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Very well done job. After removing  the nail & screws, you can be up and about in next 1-2 days.

Answered2018-12-23 08:05:27

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2-3 weeks. Avoid putting all the weight on your operated limb for few weeks to avoid post removal stress fractures.

Answered2018-12-22 04:04:22

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Bone has healed. Time for bone to heal after removal of PFN is around 2 weeks.
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Avoid direct weight bearing for 1 week. Avoid running for 1 month post implant removal.

Answered2018-12-21 03:28:03

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