Question 1

how long is the recovery time after having the os trigonum removed?

Accepted Answer

Os Trigonum: typicalky the surgery involves removing the piece of bone from the inside of a tendon- the Tibialis Posterior Tendon. The tendon needs 3-4 weeks to heal, then 3-4 weeks of therapy to regain the strength. So 6-8 weeks. Sometimes longer.

Question 2

ballet dancer diagnosed with os trigonum; however, i have no pain en pointe. i only have pain after intense jumps and prolonged demi-pointe or pli. ?

Accepted Answer

An os trigonom: Is simply an extra bone. So, it would be important to figure out what is specifically causing the pain. Is your flexor tendon to the big toe inflamed at the back of the talus etc? This would be visualized on an MRI which if you haven't had would be a good idea. The issue then becomes how to treat....In a ballerina i would likely advise against any steroid usage. Perhaps, a period of rest/therapy.

Question 3

what does this mean  a right plantar calcaneal spur is present without reactive 
change.  os trigonum on the right shows cysts and a spur ?

Accepted Answer

Nothing w/o symptoms: You need to relay your symptoms to a podiatrist (foot doctor) before interpreting any scan / test. It sounds like this X-ray shows some bony growth in the right heel (calcaneal spur) that's not causing any inflammation (reactive change). The trigonum bone in the foot has fluid pockets &amp; some spurs that'd cause pain on the inside of the foot if it were symptomatic. It could be diabetic Charcot foot

Question 4

can i expect to have nerve damage to my ankle due to docors not diagnosing my ankle pain and swelling due to os trigonum for 17 months.

Accepted Answer

Os trigonum: Os trigonum is seldom symptomatic & seen in more than 10% of the population. Its a normal structure encountered in average people & professional athletes. Acquired form can result from non-union fractures. Conservative treatment can be effective in symptomatic patients with surgery being the last resort. Doubt permanent nerve damage & would re-consider diagnosis if that is the case.

Question 5

sprained ankle 3 yrs ago. ballet dancer & had pain since. there is an os trigonum but doctor says pain is not due to it. but what else could it be?

Accepted Answer

Brace and Phys Thera: An ankle sprain is an injury to your ligaments, not bones.  It needs to be taken seriously to allow the ligaments to heal at a normal length.  If you keep injuring it, your ankle may become unstable and require surgery to fix.  An ankle brace or taping will allow some activity.  Getting a home program of exercises will also speed the recovery.  Ankle sprains can vary widely in severity and recover.

Question 6

what does subcutaneous fat reticulation/stranding at the level of heel and os trigonum with small cysts mean on a foot ct for heel pain upon walking ?

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It may mean : There is some type of inflammatory process/edema or post traumatic changes, but it is very difficult to venture a guess without more details

Question 7

help plz! can removal of of trigonum improve plantar flexion?

Accepted Answer

If the bone : Restricted range of motion before, then yes it will likely increase range of motion on its removal.

Question 8

hello.  i've been diagnosed with pronator trees syndrome.  what's the likelihood of full recovery if surgery were to take place?

Accepted Answer

I assume: You mean pronator teres syndrome.  Realize for this issue,  which is rare, usually the first option of treatment is avoiding/minimizing the activity that is causing the symptoms.  If surgery is necessary I've seen some surgeon's reports a 90+% success rate of resolution of symptoms.

Question 9

i have suffered for two years with piriformis  syndrome and tried everything except surgery but i am worried as to the recovery time and after effects?

Accepted Answer

You'r right: At 65, piriformis syndrome is uncommon. It could be other hip conditions that should be ruled out before surgery.

Question 10

i have compartment syndrome. i need surgery. what's the recovery like? cast after? crutches? when do you fully recover? how long? thanks

Accepted Answer

Prolonged recovery: You did not mention where , most common is leg , was done to releases the the pressure and prevent damage to nerves and muscles.Most of the times procedure is brief, recovery is not instant even with minimum damage , full  recovery takes months, may need additional surgery skin graft rehab etc most will recover some will never regain full function will not be in sports  and has to accept out come.

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How long is the recovery time after having the os trigonum removed?

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Ballet dancer diagnosed with os trigonum; however, i have no pain en pointe. i only have pain after intense jumps and prolonged demi-pointe or pli. ?

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What does this mean a right plantar calcaneal spur is present without reactive change. os trigonum on the right shows cysts and a spur ?

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Can i expect to have nerve damage to my ankle due to docors not diagnosing my ankle pain and swelling due to os trigonum for 17 months.

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Sprained ankle 3 yrs ago. ballet dancer & had pain since. there is an os trigonum but doctor says pain is not due to it. but what else could it be?

A member asked:

What does subcutaneous fat reticulation/stranding at the level of heel and os trigonum with small cysts mean on a foot ct for heel pain upon walking ?

A member asked:

Help plz! can removal of of trigonum improve plantar flexion?

A member asked:

Hello. i've been diagnosed with pronator trees syndrome. what's the likelihood of full recovery if surgery were to take place?

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I have suffered for two years with piriformis syndrome and tried everything except surgery but i am worried as to the recovery time and after effects?

A member asked:

I have compartment syndrome. i need surgery. what's the recovery like? cast after? crutches? when do you fully recover? how long? thanks

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