Question
QUESTION: I had a hyprocure implant about 9 weeks ago.  The doctor suspects that the implant MAY have Moved a bit. He took new xrays and called his partner in to look also. After enlarging and rotating the image, both doctors feel that the implant has moved slightly. What are the symptoms? There is definitely swelling at the implant site which has increased the past few weeks. The implant area hurts to the touch and often throbs, even when I am seated.

ANSWER: Hi Amy,

If the implant has moved you may need it removed.  This is especially true if your symptoms continue.  These can be normal after surgery but soon these should be easing and no longer present.  You need to have a discussion with your surgeon.  There needs to be a plan of action.  The area should not likely be throbbing at this point.  This is one of the risks of surgery and I'm sure you were made aware, however now you need to resolve the issue.

Sincerely,

Marc Katz, DPM
Tampa, FL
Advanced Podiatry
www.thetampapodiatrist.com
www.tampacryosurgery.com

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QUESTION: Thank you for your response.  I am scheduled for surgery the end of this week. The doctor will perform a modified kinder to address my chronic posterior tibial tendonitis and also to check the position of the implant.

Answer
Hi Amy,

That sounds like a good plan.  Hopefully your problems will resolve.  I would strongly suggest physical therapy following your surgery.  Talk to your dr about that.

Good Luck.

Sincerely,

Marc Katz, DPM
Tampa, FL
Advanced Podiatry
www.thetampapodiatrist.com
www.tampacryosurgery.com

DISCLAIMER:
This information is offered as free advice and as general information. It may not be applicable to the specific questioner and his/her problem.  It is not based on actual knowledge of the questioner or his/her medical history and it cannot and should not be relied upon as definitive medical opinion or advice.  Reliable medical opinion and advice can only be obtained through hands-on physical contact and exam of the patient to establish an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.  No doctor/patient relationship is created or established here and may not be inferred through answers on this site.  The questioner and other readers must consult his/her own doctor before proceeding or implementing any suggestions contained within this document and answers on this site.  The questioner is only to act upon his/her own doctor抯 orders and recommendations. By reading this posting which follows, the reader fully understands and confirms that he/she holds harmless this writer. If this is not fully agreeable to you, the reader, and/or you have not attained the age of 18 years, you hereby are advised to read no further.