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What Causes Pain In The Back And Ankle Post A Surgery?

I am a chronic pain patient with 4 titanium screws in my back after it collapsed back in 1996. I recently had to have a total ankle replacement due to an awkward fall on my own ankle on ice. After 2 surgeries I thought I was going to have to have it fused but found a dr. who said he could take away 85% of my pain. My question is - it s been almost 2 years and the pain in both my back and ankle are always in pain. If not a low level pain it can go to a 10 when snow, thunder or any other low pressure system is on the way. How can I find a doctor that will treat me with both pain medications and physical therapy?
Thu, 23 Jul 2015
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Hi there.

You should get evaluated for complications like arthritis, loosening or breakage of the screws, re-fracture, degeneration of the spine etc. Avoid forward bending and lifting heavy weights. Consult your Surgeon and get evaluated for the same. Take pain killer muscle relaxants like Diclofenac with Thiocolchicoside to help with the pain and muscle spasm. Apply warm compress to the painful areas.
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What Causes Pain In The Back And Ankle Post A Surgery?

Hi there. You should get evaluated for complications like arthritis, loosening or breakage of the screws, re-fracture, degeneration of the spine etc. Avoid forward bending and lifting heavy weights. Consult your Surgeon and get evaluated for the same. Take pain killer muscle relaxants like Diclofenac with Thiocolchicoside to help with the pain and muscle spasm. Apply warm compress to the painful areas.