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Suggest Treatment For Broken Fibula And Constant Twitching In Left Calf

Posted on Tue, 11 Aug 2015

Question: I broke my fibula in october of 2014 and had surgery to repair it. I have a plate with 7 screws in it. For the last 3 months or so I have had consistent twitching (painless) in my left calf. I do not know if the two are related or not? Do you know what this could be? It is only in my left calf which is the same leg as my injury.

thank you

Answered by Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Possibly related to fracture injury.Nerve Hypersensitivity.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,

I understand your concern.

Yes this twitching is possibly related to post trauma sequel.

This could be due to overactive nerves in and around fractured segments and screws/plates.

Short term use of tab Pregabalin 75 mg will help to control the symptoms.

Repeat X ray at scheduled intervals will help.

Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (12 hours later)

Thank you. Should I be concerned that it is something serious such as ALS?

Answered by Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (27 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Not as serious as ALS.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,

You need not be worried as of now.

Your issue is no where related to ALS,nor it is as serious as ALS.

Things will get better with time.

Post your further queries if any

Take care.

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj