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Have orthopedic screw/wires in elbow for 10+ years. x-ray shows it is ok but sometimes it hurts & pops when i extend my elbow.

Q: have orthopedic screw/wires in elbow for 10+ years. x-ray shows it is ok but sometimes it hurts & pops when i extend my elbow.

: As a rule of thumb , If hardware hurts or bothers you, the recommendation is to remove it. If the hardware doesn’t cause any problems then we leave it in place.

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Dr. Frederick Buechel, Jr. MD answered

As a rule of thumb , If hardware hurts or bothers you, the recommendation is to remove it. If the hardware doesn’t cause any problems then we leave it in place.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 9/30/2021

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A member asked:

Have orthopedic screw/wires in elbow for 10+ years. x-ray shows it is ok but sometimes it hurts & pops when i extend my elbow.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frederick Buechel, Jr. MD answered

Dr Machanic agreed

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