Thank you a millions for this video and the info. I just go my plate installed and I was very wory about the removal. You are an angel. Help me a lot. Bless you and thanks again. J
Thank you for this. I broke my clavicle 7 years ago and went back 6 months later for my follow up and I mentioned I had strange feelings in my shoulder … he said to come back after a year but refused to remove the metalwork because I have a condition called CRPS which I have in my shoulder. 7 years later and I have not been able to lie on my left side at all … I don’t have a lot of movement in the whole arm and I feel that everything is ‘tight’ in the area around my neck … causing head pain and deep pain. Zip to last week and I went to see another Consultant ( my 3rd ) and this one took an x ray and said it looked like one of the screws was going into arthritic bone opposite, so he said he could remove the plate and take out the AC joint and scale down the arthritic bone. Am at the pain clinic in September as I have numerous pain issues … so will discuss then ..but if taking out the plate and pins (he is leaving the ligament reconstruction “basket” alone) then I think I will go for it. The interesting thing I heard you say was about the nerve block you had. I think that any operation I have in future, this should be considered, to allow the nerves to settle a little before the feeling comes back.
Saffy it sounds like you’ve had a horrible time - so sorry to hear about it. Sounds like you need the metal work removed and I guess you can only go on medical advice. Hey wishing you all the best. Keep us updated on how you are. 😊😊
Awesome. Broke my collarbone and had a plate fitted 8 weeks ago. I love the NHS such wonderful staff. Back working and driving with help from the physio team. Such a painful experience. Thanks for this video. Helps to hear from a fellow traveller. Hope your recovery is on track.
Backatcha. Good to hear you are recovering well. Such a painful and frustrating experience. I know exactly what you mean about feeling like you have been beaten up! Those hospital people are heaven sent.
Thanks for sharing! Good to see it is a fairly quick recovery and nothing like when you first fractured it. I’m having my op to remove metal work next week so this was really helpful! Xx
I am getting my plate and 10 screws out on Jan 9, 2020 and I have to thank you, Pippa for this great video. Much appreciated and feel good about my upcoming surgery, thanks to you!
Bluemaxx27 hey go for it! I feel so much better for having all that metal work out. Only difference in my 2 shoulders now is the scar which can be a bit sensitive to touch but doesn’t look too bad!!! Good luck and I’m sure you have absolutely nothing to worry about! Pippa
Hi! How was your recovery following your hardware removal? Was wondering if I could ask you a few questions… Was the procedure outpatient or did you have to stay in the hospital for a night or more? Was pain rough afterwards? Will I need actual real pain meds or can I just take ibuprofen? Does your arm have to be in a sling after the removal? I apologize for the annoying questions. I’m having my broken clavicle plate and ten screws removed on 12/07/2022 and am just wondering what the whole thing is going to be like. Hoping yours went smoothly! ❤
Thanks a lot for sharing this, I myself fractured my collar bone one year-ish ago and now im thinking about removing it at the end of the year and don't know nothing how it's going to be.. but again your video helps a lot! 😊
@@pippaw4779 Hello yes very difficult. I got into a bicycle accident on September 3, 2021 I broke my left collar bone, 4 ribs and a punctured lung. Thank God I had my helmet on 🙏.
Hi there thanks for posting that out I know it’s a very old video but it’s Informativefor us at this stage because my friend needs to get the metal removed and there are so many ifs and buts to get it this removed or not it is informative but she in a lot of pain with the foreign object and the body
That's very similar to what I'm going through...been suffering from rejection due to allergy level 4 to titanium. I feel in a terrible amount of body aches, loss of memory, breathlessness...etc Dr removed one of the plates after 5 years...left one even know that there's high allergy to plate😢...I'm awaiting for date for removal of 2nd plate. This is being done with absolutely no guarantee that I will be pain free, pretty scary for me as I feel pain stronger than most people. (fibromialgia). I really hope your friend is feeling much better.🙏🇨🇦
My 6 year olg girl got surgery they put neil inside but doc said its choice you want to remove or not now i am very worried to think she will go through same pains cuts or surgery.or this will cause pain in future so is it better to remove on time.her surgeon recommends after three months he will remove.
Hey I’m no surgeon but for young people I’d think they usually remove the metal work - I was given a choice and I wanted it removed and I am much older!! Talk to your surgeon first sure. All the best
Hey my son is worried about one of his screws in his collarbone and he had a clicking noise when he does physio. How long should he wait to get it checked and maybe removed thanks sarah
Hi Sarah, I’d get that checked out in case there is a problem with the metal work. (My shoulder is more clicky than the other one when I move it). I’m not sure what country you live in as they seem to remove the metal work at different times depending on where you live. I’m glad I had mine removed personally as I hated the feel of it under my skin. I hope all goes well.
Pippa, I am contemplating this same removal. It feels so awkward touching that area that I really don't want to ponder avoiding it for the rest of my life. I have some strange sensation in that entire area. I'm curious if you experienced the same, and how, if at all, that has changed since removing the plate? ~ Brendan
Hi there, personally for me removal of metal was the very best thing and I found the procedure easy compared with having the initial op. I hated feeling the metal under my skin! Even today I still have some nerve damage - some loss of sensation around the scar but I had that from the fracture op. It is definitely a personal choice but for me it was the right one! Best of luck! Did you watch my video I made a few weeks after the removal of plate? Its been a few years now since I had the metal out and im completely normal. I dont mind the scar as I had that anyway from first op. Let me know what you decide! 😊😊
Thanks Pippa for sharing. I also have nerve damaged since the first surgery, but I'm determine to take out all instrumentation as it is so painful. Wearing a bra is painful, touching that area is painful. In 2 months I have booked an appointment to see how it is. The bone is healed for 6 months now, but the surgeon said that I have to wait 1 year and then we decide if we can take all out. I hope it is possible because I can't touch that area anymore. Best of luck!
Am 22 years old and I got mine in my collar bone when I was 14 should I get mine out ? Or is it safe to stay in forever? I have no problems. Hope for a reply thanks
I think some people just leave the metal work in if it’s comfortable Kieran but maybe check with your doctor as you are very young. Us oldies get the choice in the UK to leave it in or remove it if it bothers us! For me if was uncomfortable and I could see the plate through my skin so wanted it out. All the best to you.
@@pippaw4779 Thank you 👌 I'm a amututer boxer and when it gets hit can definitely feel it much more aslong as they can't move or that am fine😂haha it's abit uncomfortable with a seatbelt and stuff but not sore during the day so that's good to hear, think I over think stuff and google search doesn't help much with that😂 so feel alot better about it now, cheers for the reply. Am from Scotland 🏴 so that's good aswell that you get the option later oan
Paoyaola Lily Hi there, here in the uk they tend to remove the metal work after a year but your surgeon is obviously offering you surgery before then so must be ok... you will need to check with your surgeon. Good luck!
Hey! I hope you're doing well. I did the surgery 3 weeks ago (plate and screws). The thing is i still feel it tight and stiff (not flexible). My question, by the time is it going to feel flexible or it is as it is right now? Thank you
I'm currently 72hours after plate removal and pain right after surgery was just as horrific as the first time I had the surgery. This time I took no pain killers due to my severe allergies and also avoided all nsaids due to my personal preference (as they interfere with clotting of wounds and slow down healing) I do have strong will and tolerance for pain, but it was not fun. I'm only wondering now when would be a good timing for small amounts of exercise that don't involve my arm off course, I haven't found any info regarding this....... Anyone?
Yazar I’m so sorry to hear you are in pain. I’d advise the painkillers for a day or two so you don’t stiffen up? My surgery for removal was much better than initial surgery. I was advised to exercise and move within my pain thresholds but I was just about back to work on a pc the next day - just a bit sore. I was advised not to lift heave weights for 6 weeks. I just lived normally within what I could do. Very quickly I was back to normal - within 6-8 weeks! Good luck!
Hi Najah! Thank you for sharing your removal story. I’m sorry you were in such pain. 😢 Did you have to spend any night in the hospital or did you get to go home the same day? Was pain bad enough where you needed strong prescribed pain meds or will ibuprofen take care of it? Did you have to be in any sort of an arm sling afterwards? Sorry for being that annoying person who peppers you with a bunch of questions. I have my broken clavicle plate removal in three days and I’m just so curious as to how I’m going to feel afterwards. If you have a few minutes, would you message me back to let a scared woman know? Thank you so much. Hoping you’re doing well as of today. ❤
I personally feel more comfortable without the plate however I do know that some people can live with the plate staying in quite happily. You need to discuss this with your surgeon and agree what is best for you
When you say uncomfortable is it something I would be able to tuff my way through? I walked around with it broke in 3 pieces before I went to see a orthopedic so I just had the surgery a week ago. I have 17 staples I'm getting removed in 3 days, hopefully anyway. I'm already moving my arm about to my chest high with my arm straight out. Just really ready to get back to myself. I rodeo and I miss bucking so the sooner the better
Hey I had just got my clavicle plate and screws removed 2 days ago. Do you know how long do I have to wait to move my shoulder in full range of motion and carry weights. Also when it will be 100% normal? Thank you.
Hi there Shahreen, I was advised to just move my arm and shoulder within my pain limits but I could move my arm around quite well within a day or two. I was driving after a few days and full movement came back very quickly. Take care for first 6 weeks as you have holes in your bones that need to heal so maybe consult your doctor re when to lift weights Id say. Best of luck!
Pippa Waterman thank you very much for your kind response. I will definitely keep your advised in mind. However It’s my 6th day now so can you take a full body shower and do you still have to keep the incision dry?
shahreen elahee hi, personally I did shower carefully every day and tried to keep the dressing dry -you can put a bin/garbage liner bag round your shoulders to protect the dressing if hair washing ( I cut a hole for my head and stuck it round my neck with tape!) but they do say the dressing is waterproof. I think I changed my dressing after around 2 weeks but I can’t quite remember now!
Steven R hi there, yes I am glad I had it all removed as it was very visible on me and nice to know I don’t have metal work in me! The scar is a bit sensitive but I’m still glad I had the op to get rid of it!
Hi!! 😊 I’m 21 and had a plate put in last August, I really want to get it removed as I do find it uncomfortable and it would put me at ease knowing it has been taken out. How did you go about asking to have it removed, were you direct and simply asked to have it taken out or did they need a big reason to have it removed. I’m from UK. Hope you respond!! ☺️
Hi there, well with me I got in touch with my surgeon and said it was uncomfortable when I put a bag on my shoulder and it was very visible and I could see the plate and screws through my skin, it was quite uncomfortable wearing a seat belt too and they agreed to remove it.. that was a few years ago now.. I would ask and have that conversation and if you can’t go direct to your surgeon then go via your GP? I’m glad I had mine removed and it was straight forward - I didn’t like the idea of that metal in my body. I think as you are so young they will do it for you! Best of luck! 😊😊
Patrick E hi there, I had a general anaesthetic but you are not asleep for long, so as soon as I woke up I had a cup of tea, a sandwich and went home! A GA is fine!
Taking out the plate was easy and I was home by the eve and doing emails pretty much the next day. I found the initial surgery painful and I was in hospital for 2 nights and it took me a few weeks to recover with lots of physio etc. having the plate removed was easy in comparison
@@pippaw4779 MUCH APPRECIATED I HAVE JUST HAD SUGERY ON LEFT CLAVICLE AND IM NOW RECOVERING JUST A BIT SORE THANKS FOR THE DETAILS THAT HAS HELPED AND PUT MY MIND AT REST EVERYTHING SHOULD BE OK HOPEFULLY TIME HEALS MANY THANKS 🙏🏼
Thanks for sharing!! I am having my surgery tomorrow of clavical plate and hook removal..just want to know i would need physiotherapy again for regaining motion and does it pain as the same as the time of plate insertion as it was really painful 😢
Hi, I didnt need physio after having metal work removed and it wasn’t too painful. It was nothing like the pain when I fractured it! It was fine for me! Good luck, wishing you well
@pippaw4779 Hi, just had surgery yesterday. As you said, the pain is very low as compared to the previous insertion surgery.... but i was finding very difficult in hand movement, right...just wanted to ask its just because of latest surgery its not moving ? How much it took you to regain full movement....my stitches are self dissolving but will take 12 days
@@pratik877 hey glad it’s all over. I didn’t have any problems with hand movement , it just took me a little time to get full shoulder movement back again. I would definitely speak with your doctor re your hand movement.. really hope you are fully recovered soon.
@pippaw4779 i have spoken to my doctor as there was a hook as well in plate , thats why i am having frozen shoulder as it takes time for muscles to regain control and i have to excercise Right now my shoulder is not moving atall
@@pratik877 I’m so sorry to hear you are having such a difficult time, I really feel for you. I guess it’s going to take some time for you to recover and gradually you will get better. I was lucky in that I didn’t have a frozen shoulder but I was warned it could happen hence doing the exercises and physio. Really wishing you a speedy recovery. Let us know how you get on? All the best to you
Thank you for posting this video. I am definitely considering of getting my plates and screws removed. Little hesitation about being cut again. Well the pain just be as bad as the first operation?
Hi Jaye, absolutely not, it was a bit uncomfortable but nothing like the pain I had when I injured myself and has surgery. The cut they made on me to get the metal out was much shorter than the original and my scar looks fine, very neat. I was typing at my pc the day after surgery and driving within about a week I think. Good luck to you
Hi I had a surgery on 5 weeks ago with hookplate…still am getting stiffness and pain while lifting my hand how many days it will take to off pain n stiffness
Hey I had same type of stiffness on shoulder after collar bone surgery...plate installation and I can't even lift up my arm..its been 1monthof surgery...how long does it take to recover.....do u still feel the stiffness? Can u lift up ur arm? Reply
Hello!. I just had the same surgery last week and got really curious after I watched this video and got couple of questions. Do your left collar bone look the same as the right one? with I mean do you see any difference from right and left collarbone? And how do you feel now 11 months after the surgery?
Andi Morina hi Andi, if I remember I think my injured side was slightly bumpy after surgery but it has smoothed out now and pretty identical to my non injured side now. It’s fine now it’s almost a year post op. It feels normal! Hope you are recovering ok! Pippa
Hello there, With me I was moving my arm and shoulder normally very quickly , I’d say within 1-2 weeks I was back to normal. I would be careful for the first 6 weeks.
فاطمه ،، hello there, yes I believe it can be dangerous and I think the people who do a lot of sport are most at risk and so they often recommend the plate is removed
Hi lovely, how have you been since you’ve had it taken oit? I had my clavicle plate and screws put in 7 years ago. I am experiencing chronic upper back pain muscle knotting and tightness. I also cannot wear a seatbelt and it hurts doing certain stretches. Have you had any bad side effects the last 2 years since it’s been out? Thank you.
Hi Nikki, that sounds awful but maybe the back problems could be a separate problem? I’d advise to go to see a doctor. I have had no problems since removal, wearing a seatbelt is still a bit sensitive and the scar aches in cold damp weather but movement is normal the scar is neat. I’m glad I had the metal work taken out as I could see it through my skin and it was uncomfortable. Let us know how you get on? Best wishes to you Nikki
Hey there I have the same problem as you back pain and tightness and it's been 3months after surgery . Can u tell me that R u still feeling this tightness or how did u get rid of it? It's very uncomfortable I m jst 22. Hope u respond
Pritam Chanda hi there, you need to be careful for a few weeks as there is a small risk of refracture post op. Your doctor should advise you. I was advised to exercise within my limitations and it was fine to carry shopping bags etc as soon as I felt strong enough. Best of luck
Hi Krista, I’m not sure if I felt pressure but it was very painful for me. I do hope you feel better soon. Can you speak with your doctor if it continues? I never found the plate particularly comfortable and was pleased to get it removed eventually.
@@pippaw4779 I have follow up on Thursday. I feel like my plate feels SO heavy and the skin tightness is so uncomfortable. Your video made me feel much better so thank you for sharing that there are normal women out there that this happens to and not just fit athletes 💜
@@kwright1124 yeah same here I feel the same pressure tightness and it's been 3months after surgery it's too much uncomfortable...can u jst tell me that R u still feeling the tightness over there Or how did u get rid of that. Hope you respond it will be helpful
I’d check with your doctor but I’d say it’s around 6 weeks for the holes in your bone to heal from what I understand. Fully mended by 6 months. I’d be careful for 6 weeks minimum but I’m no expert! Good luck! Hope it goes well for you
Yes I am a little nervous in case I break it again but everything is great after 2 years! My scar aches a bit in wet cold weather and I still have some nerve damage but I’m fine!
@@pippaw4779 I imagine this feeling will never go away. I got my surgery to put a plate a couple of days ago and everything was fine but as soon as I can I want the plate out. Have you carried "heavy" height in this two years?? Sorry if i ask you many questions i have a lot of doubts
@@pippaw4779 Thanks Pippa. Well, at the moment everything is ok no infection, scar healed well and just in a week I have a cheecking to see how the bone is healing... as you say this is a horrible injury because if you dont operate you may have a malunion but if you go throught surgery you avoid malunion but got a plate, screws, numbness and a nasty scar... and a second process to remove it... I have one more question. Did you get nerve damage in both operations? Did you recovered the nevers? I read that there is more risk to damege the nervers in a second operation because of the scar and the nervers are not that visible as in the first one.
@@andrespalacios6356 hi, yes I did get a bit of nerve damage from the injury and the ops but it’s not too bad - just a bit of strange sensation/numbness but I’ve got used to it. My physio told me to keep touching the scar and all around it to stimulate the nerve return post op. It has not gone back to normal but I live with it fine.
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Thank you a millions for this video and the info. I just go my plate installed and I was very wory about the removal. You are an angel. Help me a lot. Bless you and thanks again. J
So glad I could help
This was really helpful. I have surgery tomorrow and I was awful nervous. Thank you :)
Good luck for tomorrow! Glad I could help
Thank you for this. I broke my clavicle 7 years ago and went back 6 months later for my follow up and I mentioned I had strange feelings in my shoulder … he said to come back after a year but refused to remove the metalwork because I have a condition called CRPS which I have in my shoulder. 7 years later and I have not been able to lie on my left side at all … I don’t have a lot of movement in the whole arm and I feel that everything is ‘tight’ in the area around my neck … causing head pain and deep pain.
Zip to last week and I went to see another Consultant ( my 3rd ) and this one took an x ray and said it looked like one of the screws was going into arthritic bone opposite, so he said he could remove the plate and take out the AC joint and scale down the arthritic bone.
Am at the pain clinic in September as I have numerous pain issues … so will discuss then ..but if taking out the plate and pins (he is leaving the ligament reconstruction “basket” alone) then I think I will go for it.
The interesting thing I heard you say was about the nerve block you had. I think that any operation I have in future, this should be considered, to allow the nerves to settle a little before the feeling comes back.
Saffy it sounds like you’ve had a horrible time - so sorry to hear about it. Sounds like you need the metal work removed and I guess you can only go on medical advice. Hey wishing you all the best. Keep us updated on how you are. 😊😊
Awesome. Broke my collarbone and had a plate fitted 8 weeks ago. I love the NHS such wonderful staff. Back working and driving with help from the physio team.
Such a painful experience.
Thanks for this video. Helps to hear from a fellow traveller. Hope your recovery is on track.
Glad you are on the mend!
Backatcha. Good to hear you are recovering well. Such a painful and frustrating experience. I know exactly what you mean about feeling like you have been beaten up!
Those hospital people are heaven sent.
Thanks for sharing!
Good to see it is a fairly quick recovery and nothing like when you first fractured it. I’m having my op to remove metal work next week so this was really helpful! Xx
I am getting my plate and 10 screws out on Jan 9, 2020 and I have to thank you, Pippa for this great video. Much appreciated and feel good about my upcoming surgery, thanks to you!
Bluemaxx27 hey go for it! I feel so much better for having all that metal work out. Only difference in my 2 shoulders now is the scar which can be a bit sensitive to touch but doesn’t look too bad!!! Good luck and I’m sure you have absolutely nothing to worry about! Pippa
After how many months in plate removed
Hi! How was your recovery following your hardware removal? Was wondering if I could ask you a few questions…
Was the procedure outpatient or did you have to stay in the hospital for a night or more?
Was pain rough afterwards? Will I need actual real pain meds or can I just take ibuprofen?
Does your arm have to be in a sling after the removal?
I apologize for the annoying questions. I’m having my broken clavicle plate and ten screws removed on 12/07/2022 and am just wondering what the whole thing is going to be like.
Hoping yours went smoothly! ❤
@@KP-tn9cqhow did it go? Does it feel any different from having the plate out ? I’m considering getting mine out as well
Hi ma' am hope you notice this, how are you after the removal?
Thanks a lot for sharing this, I myself fractured my collar bone one year-ish ago and now im thinking about removing it at the end of the year and don't know nothing how it's going to be.. but again your video helps a lot! 😊
So glad I could help you!
Thank you for sharing your story. I had surgery on my left collar bone two weeks ago they put a plate with 9 screws.
Hope you have a good recovery, it can feel very tough. All the best to you
@@pippaw4779 Hello yes very difficult. I got into a bicycle accident on September 3, 2021 I broke my left collar bone, 4 ribs and a punctured lung. Thank God I had my helmet on 🙏.
@@pippaw4779 Thank you ☺️
@@mannyaleixo4402 wow thank goodness for that! Poor poor you! Take care
@@pippaw4779 thank you I’ll keep you posted.
Hi there thanks for posting that out I know it’s a very old video but it’s Informativefor us at this stage because my friend needs to get the metal removed and there are so many ifs and buts to get it this removed or not it is informative but she in a lot of pain with the foreign object and the body
That's very similar to what I'm going through...been suffering from rejection due to allergy level 4 to titanium. I feel in a terrible amount of body aches, loss of memory, breathlessness...etc
Dr removed one of the plates after 5 years...left one even know that there's high allergy to plate😢...I'm awaiting for date for removal of 2nd plate. This is being done with absolutely no guarantee that I will be pain free, pretty scary for me as I feel pain stronger than most people. (fibromialgia). I really hope your friend is feeling much better.🙏🇨🇦
Thank you for sharing 🙏🏽
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My 6 year olg girl got surgery they put neil inside but doc said its choice you want to remove or not now i am very worried to think she will go through same pains cuts or surgery.or this will cause pain in future so is it better to remove on time.her surgeon recommends after three months he will remove.
Hey I’m no surgeon but for young people I’d think they usually remove the metal work - I was given a choice and I wanted it removed and I am much older!! Talk to your surgeon first sure. All the best
How long did u have it in for
I think it was around 18 months before I had it removed
Hey my son is worried about one of his screws in his collarbone and he had a clicking noise when he does physio. How long should he wait to get it checked and maybe removed thanks sarah
Hi Sarah, I’d get that checked out in case there is a problem with the metal work. (My shoulder is more clicky than the other one when I move it). I’m not sure what country you live in as they seem to remove the metal work at different times depending on where you live. I’m glad I had mine removed personally as I hated the feel of it under my skin. I hope all goes well.
Pippa, I am contemplating this same removal. It feels so awkward touching that area that I really don't want to ponder avoiding it for the rest of my life. I have some strange sensation in that entire area. I'm curious if you experienced the same, and how, if at all, that has changed since removing the plate? ~ Brendan
Hi there, personally for me removal of metal was the very best thing and I found the procedure easy compared with having the initial op. I hated feeling the metal under my skin! Even today I still have some nerve damage - some loss of sensation around the scar but I had that from the fracture op. It is definitely a personal choice but for me it was the right one! Best of luck! Did you watch my video I made a few weeks after the removal of plate? Its been a few years now since I had the metal out and im completely normal. I dont mind the scar as I had that anyway from first op.
Let me know what you decide! 😊😊
Thanks Pippa for sharing. I also have nerve damaged since the first surgery, but I'm determine to take out all instrumentation as it is so painful. Wearing a bra is painful, touching that area is painful. In 2 months I have booked an appointment to see how it is. The bone is healed for 6 months now, but the surgeon said that I have to wait 1 year and then we decide if we can take all out. I hope it is possible because I can't touch that area anymore.
Best of luck!
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Collarbone plate remove months please reply mam
How many days will be taken for full range of motion to u r shoulder,please give me answer
Am 22 years old and I got mine in my collar bone when I was 14 should I get mine out ? Or is it safe to stay in forever? I have no problems. Hope for a reply thanks
I think some people just leave the metal work in if it’s comfortable Kieran but maybe check with your doctor as you are very young. Us oldies get the choice in the UK to leave it in or remove it if it bothers us! For me if was uncomfortable and I could see the plate through my skin so wanted it out. All the best to you.
@@pippaw4779 Thank you 👌 I'm a amututer boxer and when it gets hit can definitely feel it much more aslong as they can't move or that am fine😂haha it's abit uncomfortable with a seatbelt and stuff but not sore during the day so that's good to hear, think I over think stuff and google search doesn't help much with that😂 so feel alot better about it now, cheers for the reply. Am from Scotland 🏴 so that's good aswell that you get the option later oan
Thank you mam for posting!
Just wanna know, can the plate be removed after 4 - 5 months of collar bone surgery?
Paoyaola Lily Hi there, here in the uk they tend to remove the metal work after a year but your surgeon is obviously offering you surgery before then so must be ok... you will need to check with your surgeon. Good luck!
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After colorbone surgery ,how many days u have to taken to out for normal activity
Hi, for me it was around 6 weeks for me to be completely better but I was back at work after a few days and could type the day after surgery
Hey! I hope you're doing well. I did the surgery 3 weeks ago (plate and screws). The thing is i still feel it tight and stiff (not flexible). My question, by the time is it going to feel flexible or it is as it is right now?
Thank you
Mine was not too bad by 2 weeks or so but maybe talk to your doctor if you feel it is not feeling right?
I'm currently 72hours after plate removal and pain right after surgery was just as horrific as the first time I had the surgery. This time I took no pain killers due to my severe allergies and also avoided all nsaids due to my personal preference (as they interfere with clotting of wounds and slow down healing) I do have strong will and tolerance for pain, but it was not fun. I'm only wondering now when would be a good timing for small amounts of exercise that don't involve my arm off course, I haven't found any info regarding this....... Anyone?
Yazar I’m so sorry to hear you are in pain. I’d advise the painkillers for a day or two so you don’t stiffen up? My surgery for removal was much better than initial surgery. I was advised to exercise and move within my pain thresholds but I was just about back to work on a pc the next day - just a bit sore. I was advised not to lift heave weights for 6 weeks. I just lived normally within what I could do. Very quickly I was back to normal - within 6-8 weeks! Good luck!
Hi Najah! Thank you for sharing your removal story. I’m sorry you were in such pain. 😢 Did you have to spend any night in the hospital or did you get to go home the same day? Was pain bad enough where you needed strong prescribed pain meds or will ibuprofen take care of it? Did you have to be in any sort of an arm sling afterwards? Sorry for being that annoying person who peppers you with a bunch of questions. I have my broken clavicle plate removal in three days and I’m just so curious as to how I’m going to feel afterwards. If you have a few minutes, would you message me back to let a scared woman know? Thank you so much. Hoping you’re doing well as of today. ❤
How do you feel it compared when you had the plate?
Thanks for the video :)
I personally feel more comfortable without the plate however I do know that some people can live with the plate staying in quite happily. You need to discuss this with your surgeon and agree what is best for you
When you say uncomfortable is it something I would be able to tuff my way through? I walked around with it broke in 3 pieces before I went to see a orthopedic so I just had the surgery a week ago. I have 17 staples I'm getting removed in 3 days, hopefully anyway. I'm already moving my arm about to my chest high with my arm straight out. Just really ready to get back to myself. I rodeo and I miss bucking so the sooner the better
Sounds like you’re much braver then me!! Sounds like you’re also doing really well - well done!! All the best to you 😊😊😊
@@pippaw4779 Women are much braver than me I'm just hard headed but thanks
Hey I had just got my clavicle plate and screws removed 2 days ago. Do you know how long do I have to wait to move my shoulder in full range of motion and carry weights. Also when it will be 100% normal? Thank you.
Hi there Shahreen, I was advised to just move my arm and shoulder within my pain limits but I could move my arm around quite well within a day or two. I was driving after a few days and full movement came back very quickly. Take care for first 6 weeks as you have holes in your bones that need to heal so maybe consult your doctor re when to lift weights Id say. Best of luck!
Pippa Waterman thank you very much for your kind response. I will definitely keep your advised in mind. However It’s my 6th day now so can you take a full body shower and do you still have to keep the incision dry?
shahreen elahee hi, personally I did shower carefully every day and tried to keep the dressing dry -you can put a bin/garbage liner bag round your shoulders to protect the dressing if hair washing ( I cut a hole for my head and stuck it round my neck with tape!) but they do say the dressing is waterproof. I think I changed my dressing after around 2 weeks but I can’t quite remember now!
@@pippaw4779 how r u now mam?
@@behappywithkuhu3229 yes I’m still well thank you
Hi. Are you happy you removed the metalwork? Do you feel better than before?
Steven R hi there, yes I am glad I had it all removed as it was very visible on me and nice to know I don’t have metal work in me! The scar is a bit sensitive but I’m still glad I had the op to get rid of it!
Hi!! 😊 I’m 21 and had a plate put in last August, I really want to get it removed as I do find it uncomfortable and it would put me at ease knowing it has been taken out. How did you go about asking to have it removed, were you direct and simply asked to have it taken out or did they need a big reason to have it removed. I’m from UK. Hope you respond!! ☺️
Hi there, well with me I got in touch with my surgeon and said it was uncomfortable when I put a bag on my shoulder and it was very visible and I could see the plate and screws through my skin, it was quite uncomfortable wearing a seat belt too and they agreed to remove it.. that was a few years ago now.. I would ask and have that conversation and if you can’t go direct to your surgeon then go via your GP?
I’m glad I had mine removed and it was straight forward - I didn’t like the idea of that metal in my body. I think as you are so young they will do it for you! Best of luck! 😊😊
Hi Pippa. What kind of anesthetic did they use for the operation? Was it a twilight sleep phenomenon or full blown general anesthesia?
Patrick E hi there, I had a general anaesthetic but you are not asleep for long, so as soon as I woke up I had a cup of tea, a sandwich and went home! A GA is fine!
HELLO PIPPA HOW WOULD U COMPARE THE 2 SUGERYS GETTING THE PLATE TO REMOVAL HOWS THE PAIN DIFFERENCE ECT ? MANY THANKS IF U COULD LET US KNOW
Taking out the plate was easy and I was home by the eve and doing emails pretty much the next day. I found the initial surgery painful and I was in hospital for 2 nights and it took me a few weeks to recover with lots of physio etc. having the plate removed was easy in comparison
@@pippaw4779 MUCH APPRECIATED I HAVE JUST HAD SUGERY ON LEFT CLAVICLE AND IM NOW RECOVERING JUST A BIT SORE THANKS FOR THE DETAILS THAT HAS HELPED AND PUT MY MIND AT REST EVERYTHING SHOULD BE OK HOPEFULLY TIME HEALS MANY THANKS 🙏🏼
Thanks for sharing!!
I am having my surgery tomorrow of clavical plate and hook removal..just want to know i would need physiotherapy again for regaining motion and does it pain as the same as the time of plate insertion as it was really painful 😢
Hi, I didnt need physio after having metal work removed and it wasn’t too painful. It was nothing like the pain when I fractured it! It was fine for me! Good luck, wishing you well
@pippaw4779 Hi, just had surgery yesterday. As you said, the pain is very low as compared to the previous insertion surgery.... but i was finding very difficult in hand movement, right...just wanted to ask its just because of latest surgery its not moving ?
How much it took you to regain full movement....my stitches are self dissolving but will take 12 days
@@pratik877 hey glad it’s all over. I didn’t have any problems with hand movement , it just took me a little time to get full shoulder movement back again. I would definitely speak with your doctor re your hand movement.. really hope you are fully recovered soon.
@pippaw4779 i have spoken to my doctor as there was a hook as well in plate , thats why i am having frozen shoulder as it takes time for muscles to regain control and i have to excercise
Right now my shoulder is not moving atall
@@pratik877 I’m so sorry to hear you are having such a difficult time, I really feel for you. I guess it’s going to take some time for you to recover and gradually you will get better. I was lucky in that I didn’t have a frozen shoulder but I was warned it could happen hence doing the exercises and physio. Really wishing you a speedy recovery. Let us know how you get on? All the best to you
Thank you for posting this video. I am definitely considering of getting my plates and screws removed. Little hesitation about being cut again. Well the pain just be as bad as the first operation?
Hi Jaye, absolutely not, it was a bit uncomfortable but nothing like the pain I had when I injured myself and has surgery. The cut they made on me to get the metal out was much shorter than the original and my scar looks fine, very neat. I was typing at my pc the day after surgery and driving within about a week I think. Good luck to you
@@pippaw4779 okay. Thanks again for the information. Very helpful.
Women with lower BMI usually has a risk of refracture at key whole site or at the old injury area..is it true?
I am having mine removed tomorrow, Pippa. Your story is so re-assuring so I watched them over and over again. 😊
Hi I had a surgery on 5 weeks ago with hookplate…still am getting stiffness and pain while lifting my hand how many days it will take to off pain n stiffness
Hey I’m sorry to hear that. I didn’t have that at all so I can’t comment… so hoping it resolves soon
Thanks for your quick response
Hey I had same type of stiffness on shoulder after collar bone surgery...plate installation and I can't even lift up my arm..its been 1monthof surgery...how long does it take to recover.....do u still feel the stiffness? Can u lift up ur arm? Reply
Hello!. I just had the same surgery last week and got really curious after I watched this video and got couple of questions.
Do your left collar bone look the same as the right one? with I mean do you see any difference from right and left collarbone?
And how do you feel now 11 months after the surgery?
Andi Morina hi Andi, if I remember I think my injured side was slightly bumpy after surgery but it has smoothed out now and pretty identical to my non injured side now. It’s fine now it’s almost a year post op. It feels normal! Hope you are recovering ok! Pippa
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Normal activity start after how many months of plate removal?
Hello there, With me I was moving my arm and shoulder normally very quickly , I’d say within 1-2 weeks I was back to normal. I would be careful for the first 6 weeks.
Is it dangerous when we got fractured again while we’re having a plate inside us ?
فاطمه ،، hello there, yes I believe it can be dangerous and I think the people who do a lot of sport are most at risk and so they often recommend the plate is removed
Hi lovely, how have you been since you’ve had it taken oit? I had my clavicle plate and screws put in 7 years ago. I am experiencing chronic upper back pain muscle knotting and tightness. I also cannot wear a seatbelt and it hurts doing certain stretches. Have you had any bad side effects the last 2 years since it’s been out? Thank you.
Hi Nikki, that sounds awful but maybe the back problems could be a separate problem? I’d advise to go to see a doctor. I have had no problems since removal, wearing a seatbelt is still a bit sensitive and the scar aches in cold damp weather but movement is normal the scar is neat. I’m glad I had the metal work taken out as I could see it through my skin and it was uncomfortable. Let us know how you get on? Best wishes to you Nikki
Hey there I have the same problem as you back pain and tightness and it's been 3months after surgery . Can u tell me that R u still feeling this tightness or how did u get rid of it? It's very uncomfortable I m jst 22. Hope u respond
After removel of my plate.. Can I do my work out plz rply
Pritam Chanda hi there, you need to be careful for a few weeks as there is a small risk of refracture post op. Your doctor should advise you. I was advised to exercise within my limitations and it was fine to carry shopping bags etc as soon as I felt strong enough. Best of luck
Did you feel immense pressure and discomfort the second week of getting your plate inserted? I do and I’m wondering if that’s normal
Hi Krista, I’m not sure if I felt pressure but it was very painful for me. I do hope you feel better soon. Can you speak with your doctor if it continues? I never found the plate particularly comfortable and was pleased to get it removed eventually.
@@pippaw4779 I have follow up on Thursday. I feel like my plate feels SO heavy and the skin tightness is so uncomfortable. Your video made me feel much better so thank you for sharing that there are normal women out there that this happens to and not just fit athletes 💜
@@kwright1124 glad you have a follow up soon. Hopefully it will all be fine but always good to get checked out. Best of luck!
@@kwright1124 yeah same here I feel the same pressure tightness and it's been 3months after surgery it's too much uncomfortable...can u jst tell me that R u still feeling the tightness over there Or how did u get rid of that. Hope you respond it will be helpful
Hey I play football and going to remove my screws , how long you think I have to wait or start lifting weights again
I’d check with your doctor but I’d say it’s around 6 weeks for the holes in your bone to heal from what I understand. Fully mended by 6 months. I’d be careful for 6 weeks minimum but I’m no expert! Good luck! Hope it goes well for you
Did it hurt when u got surgery?
Sir i have 8 screw plate i am 20 years old can i get it removed there will be no problem by removing the plate sir please reply
Hi yes you will need to discuss this with your surgeon but plates can be removed! Best of luck
Thank mam
After how many months in plate removed
It depends on your surgeon, usually 1-2 years after
@@pippaw4779 can it happen after 6 months
@@mohdshahbaz6016 May be a little early Mohd
@@pippaw4779 my stinging plate
@@pippaw4779 did you have anybone disbalance
Plate removed time please mam reply
Hi Ajay, not quite sure what you mean but the time I was in theatre for me to have my plate removed was about 40 minutes. Hope helps
@@pippaw4779 how can soon can I get may collarbone plate out
@@ajaypal3396 I had to wait around 18 months, I think you need to ask your surgeon. In uk they leave it a year before removal
Did you scared that you rebroke tour clavicle again? How did it go after two years?
Yes I am a little nervous in case I break it again but everything is great after 2 years! My scar aches a bit in wet cold weather and I still have some nerve damage but I’m fine!
@@pippaw4779 I imagine this feeling will never go away.
I got my surgery to put a plate a couple of days ago and everything was fine but as soon as I can I want the plate out.
Have you carried "heavy" height in this two years??
Sorry if i ask you many questions i have a lot of doubts
@@andrespalacios6356 hiya, hope you’re ok! I can carry heavy bags fine, I’m sure you will be back to normal in a few weeks time! All the best to you
@@pippaw4779 Thanks Pippa. Well, at the moment everything is ok no infection, scar healed well and just in a week I have a cheecking to see how the bone is healing... as you say this is a horrible injury because if you dont operate you may have a malunion but if you go throught surgery you avoid malunion but got a plate, screws, numbness and a nasty scar... and a second process to remove it...
I have one more question. Did you get nerve damage in both operations? Did you recovered the nevers?
I read that there is more risk to damege the nervers in a second operation because of the scar and the nervers are not that visible as in the first one.
@@andrespalacios6356 hi, yes I did get a bit of nerve damage from the injury and the ops but it’s not too bad - just a bit of strange sensation/numbness but I’ve got used to it. My physio told me to keep touching the scar and all around it to stimulate the nerve return post op. It has not gone back to normal but I live with it fine.
Hi how are you
Jk Jai hi, I’m fine thanks, all ok, my shoulder joint remains a bit clicky and the scar is still a bit sensitive but all good!