Posted: 12/15/06 - 07:14 Post subject: Pins left in hammertoes
I had a hammertoe repaired. The doctor suggested leaving the pin in my toe. It is now 4 months. My toe is still sensitive. I also get numbness in my metatarsal area. Have you ever heard of leaving a pin in your toe? Should I insist on its removal?
Posted: 04/14/07 - 19:46 Post subject: Re: Pins left in hammertoes
no i never heard of this and i also have hammertoes but am ver nervous of getting this done because i hear to many negitive stories on the operation and very nervous. may i ask how many toes have u had surgery on and from what i know the doctor said they take that out after 4 weeks but every doctor is different i know someone i talk to on the internet that said he had them in for 5 months but they eventually have to come out they dont stay in permanat not at all di the surgery also hurt like crazy
Posted: 12/27/07 - 14:22 Post subject: hammertoe surgical pins and pain
I have never heard of leaving a pin in the toe for such an extended time. I believe it should be removed. The surgery is nothing to be feared. Of course, there is recovery time and it is slightly uncomfortable but nothing to be scared about. Go for it. It will feel better than the toe problem prior to surgery.
Posted: 12/27/07 - 14:26 Post subject: hammertoe surgical pins and pain
I have never heard of leaving a pin in the toe for such an extended time. I believe it should be removed. The surgery is nothing to be feared. Of course, there is recovery time and it is slightly uncomfortable but nothing to be scared about. Go for it. It will feel better than the toe problem prior to surgery.
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