Even though we have no reason to believe that plates, pins and screws are harmful in the long term, we still think that in children we should remove these materials as a precaution.” After a bone fracture has mended, patients often experience residual complaints, such as pain or restricted mobility.

Can you feel screws in bone?

In some cases, you may be able to feel a plate or screw if there is very little muscle or soft tissue covering them — for instance, along the outside of your ankle or the top of your hand.

Are bone screws painful?

Hardware placed in areas without significant soft tissue coverage (muscle, fat) that come in contact with direct pressure from shoes is more likely to cause irritation. Screws flush with the bone usually don't cause pain.