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I have nine screws and two metal plates in my right foot due to an accident, my question is i have a foot vibrator massager/leg stimulator machineis it safe to use that or would the vibrations eventually loosen the screws?

Q: i have nine screws and two metal plates in my right foot due to an accident, my question is i have a foot vibrator massager/leg stimulator machineis it safe to use that or would the vibrations eventually loosen the screws?

: That never happens. No risk; if it feels good, do it.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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That never happens. No risk; if it feels good, do it.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/17/2023

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A member asked:

I have nine screws and two metal plates in my right foot due to an accident, my question is i have a foot vibrator massager/leg stimulator machineis it safe to use that or would the vibrations eventually loosen the screws?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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