Ah, winter in New York City! Between the over-the-top window storefronts, ice skating at Rockefeller Center, holiday parties, and of course, the Times Square countdown to the new year, this season can seem downright magical. And then there’s the wild and unpredictable weather. Whether you love a fresh blanket of the white powder across the…
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Removal of Surgical Hardware
Does surgical hardware have to be removed once healing has taken place? During many foot and ankle surgeries, hardware is used in order to stabilize the affected bones. Surgical hardware includes plates, screws, rods and other implants. In young children, such hardware is usually removed once the bones have healed to prevent problems with bone…
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