It is also possible to replace an artificial heel if there is a comminuted fracture or if there is a malignant bone tumor in the heel or other special reasons that must be replaced.
1. Simple comminuted heel fracture is usually healed, and the healing time is about three to six months. Whether or not there are sequelae after healing depends on the treatment program and the specific characteristics of the comminuted fracture. There is no need to replace the artificial heel at this time.
2. If the comminuted fracture is extremely serious, has not been treated systematically and has a poor prognosis, there is a deformity of the heel healing, etc., or there is a primary or metastatic bone tumor in the heel, the replacement of the artificial heel can be considered. However, due to the extremely high cost of replacement and rejection, it is not recommended.
If symptoms such as heel pain occur, it is important to seek prompt medical attention to clarify the cause of the condition and to have a professional doctor give a treatment plan.