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Silastic implant – 1st MTP joint

I had a silastic implant of my 1st MTP joint back in July 2015 and thought my problems would have been resolved by having this procedure.
However I am not satisfied at all with the results and indeed am having more pain now than pre-op!
I have returned to my Consultant who said there is nothing he can do and I will just have to live with the pain and discomfort.
I am now seeing a podiatrist who cannot believe I had an implant as I am only 35!!
I am very, very upset by the whole situation and was just wondering if anyone else had had the same problems.
I had the implant because of arthritis in my joint and believed that I would regain movement and be pain-free.
This is not so at all and I am in constant pain and unable to buy new shoes as none seem to fit me properly.
Help!! Help!!

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1 Comment found

    Vivian Abrams DPM

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    I noted that you live in the UK and the medical system there is somewhat different than here in the USA. I understand your frustration at having been told you have to live with it.Generally, I would think it very unusual to put an implant in a 35 year old. There are always exceptions and since I have not seen your foot I can not comment on your particular situation.At this point, removing the implant and fusing the joint would be the most likely surgical choice.You might need to wear sandals or clogs (especially with a rocker bottom) to accomodate your foot for now. You need to discuss your options with the other podiatrist.

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