I had 2 screws in my femur and after surgery was given a fibre back slab that caused an abraison in my hips, is it okay to just use a knee immobiliser?
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I had 2 screws in my femur and after surgery was given a fibre back slab that caused an abraison in my hips, is it okay to just use a knee immobiliser?
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Dr. Robert Levine
Orthopedic Surgery
In brief: Talk to your surgeon
If the splint is bothering you - it might be possible to pad it.
But i would not remove the splint and change to an immobilizer without talking with your surgeon.
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Dr. Janet Kail
Podiatry
In brief: Check with your surg
The only person who can advise you is your surgeon.
Do not hesitate to ask as you want to protect and care for your body.
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