Calf implants - Nerve damage?

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how do i know if there is damage to the the nerves? I cannot stand up straight without heels on, is this normal? one leg is better then the other, is that normal?

Rodney A. Green, MD · Answer

The implant goes inside the fascia around the calf muscles, making it very tight until the fascia gradually stretches. High heeled shoes help during the early stages after surgery. I expect this will settle down with more time

Ryan A. Stanton, MD · Answer

Although just about any surgery can result in some form of nerve damage, your concerns as described sound typical of early postop recovery from calf implants. However, this can only be confirmed by physical exam so I highly recommend returning to your operating surgeon for a final answer.

Nodas Kapositas, MD, PhD · Answer

Nerve damage after a calf augmentation is a rare possibility.Someone who follow the instructions of the plastic surgeon has had nothing to worry.Different recovery time for both legs is common.
Discuss it with your plastic surgeon

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