Staple removal - Foot Problems Message Board

hurts2walk · 09-13-2008, 01:30 PM

I have a pretty good tolerance to pain but I am getting all worked up at the thought of having the staples removed (tendon transfer and osteotomy) on Monday. Anyone with an experience to share?

scribytoo · 09-13-2008, 05:47 PM

Exterior staples from surgery? I've had those out of two total knees and they can sting a bit but not too bad. Interior, I don't know yet. And I'll be having my staples out from my Triple on Tuesday so we're on a similar schedule if it's the surgical ones. I'm sure this will be a bit different from the knee because one of the great things about getting them out of the knees was being able to flex more...and I won't be able to this time.
Linda in SD

taape · 09-13-2008, 08:17 PM

Did you need to increase your pain medication or get a shot of novacaine type medication to get exterior staples out? Did the skin bleed? My husband is getting his out this week and I was wondering what he should expect.

debbie g · 09-14-2008, 10:08 AM

i think it will be a breeze. be happy they are coming out. good luck!

scribytoo · 09-14-2008, 11:19 AM

I agree with debbie g. I don't remember anything more than a slight sting. No real pain. No bleeding. It will be a good thing. Minor discomfort if anything but no real pain.
Linda