bones-icon
Removal of screw in right ankle
My dad has 2 screws on his right ankle for the past 27 years,now he is having back pain, is it because of the screws?, Is it need to be removed (he has no pain around it). X Ray report shows only back spasm,is it because of the screws,if we remove the screws will he able to walk normally as he is right now?
197 Views v

Answers (5)

20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Care AI Shimmer
Back pain is unlikely due to screws. This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However I would like to examine & investigate your father   in detail. Control  Hypertension, Diabetes or any other metabolic disorder, if there is  any. Any way it may be tried, --. Dolokind Plus (Mankind) [Aceclofenac100 mg +Paracetamol 350 mg] 1 tab. OD & SOS. X 5 days. --. Caldikind plus  (Mankind) 1 tab OD x 10 days. (You may need help of your local doctor to get these medicines.) --. Fomentation with warm water. Let the part not be exposed to cold. --. Sleep on a hard bed with soft bedding. --. Use no pillow under the head. --. Avoid painful acts & activities. -- .Do mild exercises for  back and hips and knees and ankles and feet. --.(Take help of a  physiotherapist). --Do not ignore, let it not become beginning of a major problem. --Do ask for a detailed treatment plan. Kindly make sure, there is no allergy to any of these medicines. --For emergency treatment visit nearest hospital. --Wish your father  a quick recovery & good health. --I hope, I have solved your problem to your satisfaction.  Dr N C Gupta MS (ortho)
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
If at all if he is having pain in ankle and due to this if he is walking towards one side for 20 yes this might have caused back pain but there are also other reasons for back pain. However try removing screws and it might work but not guaranteed.
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
Removing screws put 8n 27 years ago, is not going to be easy at all. If you get him assessed by an Orthopaedic Surgeon and get him proper physiotherapy it will be the best.
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
Need clinical examination
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
It does not look like the screws are the cause of back pain.
Next Steps
See an orthopaedic surgeon for clinical examination and further treatment.
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.