Can the metal bar of the brace worn after bone cement procedure be removed?
Sep 24, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Jian
Introduction
In general, whether the metal bar of the brace can be removed after bone cement surgery should be determined based on the patient's recovery progress, surgical site, and specific medical condition. Patients must not decide to remove the brace bar on their own; instead, they should have regular follow-up visits at the hospital, where a professional doctor will assess the actual recovery status and make the appropriate decision. During the period of wearing the brace, patients should maintain its cleanliness and avoid loosening or damage to the brace.
Under normal circumstances, whether the metal bar of the brace worn after bone cement surgery can be removed depends on a comprehensive assessment of the patient's recovery progress, surgical site, and specific medical condition. The details are as follows:
If the patient recovers smoothly after surgery, with no significant pain or swelling at the surgical site, imaging examinations show stable fixation of the bone cement, good healing of the fracture or affected area, and no abnormal stress on the surgical site during daily activities, the metal bar of the brace may be gradually removed as planned, following a doctor's evaluation.
If the patient's postoperative recovery is slow, with persistent pain or swelling at the surgical site, imaging reveals inadequate stability of the bone cement fixation, poor healing of the fracture or lesion, or even risk of displacement, the metal bar should not be removed. The brace must continue to be worn to protect the surgical area until the recovery meets the required criteria.
Patients must not decide independently to remove the metal bar of the brace. Regular follow-up visits to the hospital are necessary, and only a qualified physician can determine removal based on the actual recovery status. During brace use, patients should maintain cleanliness of the brace, prevent loosening or damage, and seek prompt medical attention if any discomfort occurs.
