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In 1995, a horse came down on my lower right leg, up to and including the ankle. It broke the Fib and Tib in 6 places and some of the ankle. I had it repaired (reduction and internal fixation) and the plates were removed in 1998.
My right foot now has a 20 degree greater angle out from the left and it gives me nearly constant pain. My doc gives me 5 mg Vicodin for when it is really bad, but lately (especially when the weather shifts) this does little good.
(NB: I don't get "euphoria" from opiates unless they are VERY strong.) I am seeing my doctor again soon and want something that will last longer than 4 hours in relieving the pain. I do a lot of presentations on my feet so this is a problem.
Mon, 17 Feb 2014
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement, Dr. Mukesh Chugh's Response
hi vicodin is a pain kiiler only,my advice would be to cosider surgical intervention to relieve your pain if that is possible.please send your xray and foot pics,for evaluation and surgical planning. meanwhile take care and wishing you good health
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Will Vicodin Help Fix Broken Fibula And Tibia?
hi vicodin is a pain kiiler only,my advice would be to cosider surgical intervention to relieve your pain if that is possible.please send your xray and foot pics,for evaluation and surgical planning. meanwhile take care and wishing you good health