A member asked:

I am 11 weeks post-op from orif r fibula. plate & 10 screws. have numbness,tingling, burning in foot from nerve pain. will this heal?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably!: but damaged nerves take a long time to "regenerate" 6-8 months is not unusual. Your Orthopedist will likely discuss this with you! Hope this helps Dr Z

Answered 1/8/2017

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