I'm super sorry to hear this- as someone who is well versed in foot issues (I have 8 screws and a plate in my left foot and two screws in my right tibia, plus I worked as an orthotic tech for a while) I absolutely feel your pain and frustration.When I broke the right ankle I almost had the same experience as you- although I guess I did, just a bit faster as luck would have it.I had been told by the ER doc that I had two fractures and that I would get a boot and be sent home, while an orthopedic surgeon would follow up with me in a few days. I was relieved, as a boot meant I'd be down for six weeks instead of the minimum 3 months I had experienced when I broke my left ankle years ago.As I waited for my discharge and prescription from the ER doctor, a different doctor came up to me and said "Hi, I'm Doctor O'Brian and we are going to book you in later today for surgery and possible hardware installation."I said "I'm sorry Doc, I think you have the wrong person- I'm getting a boot and going home."He replied "oh, are you Grant?"Heart sinking, I said "..... yes....."And he said "Hi Grant, I'm Doctor O'Brian and we are going to book you in later today for surgery and possible hardware installation."That's when I knew that it was going to be months before I could stand up, walk or be normal. Megan and I had big plans at the time as well- we were in the process of moving a thousand miles away- in fact, she was already gone and I was supposed to handle things on this end and go meet up with her, but that wasn't going to happen now.I'm now seven years on from that injury, and 20+ years on from the previous injury and I can honestly tell you that it's well worth taking a few months now and doing everything properly. If you push yourself too hard (I went back to work before I was supposed to be walking the first time around) it will smurf you up more than you think later on.Take the time you need now to manage it properly- go to physiotherapy (if recommended) and allow it to heal and strengthen properly. If you need someone to talk to, or have any questions that you may not want in public, my door is always open. I'm available.on Whatsapp, FB messenger, IG messenger and probably a few others that I can't think of at the moment.Most of all, hang in there- its not a great situation, but it's still not as bad as it could be, and your actions can make all the difference between the best possible outcome and the worst. We are here for you!Def
Aww so sorry Sherry. Its sucks to go from to . You have a bunch of folks here at MTO wishing you the absolute very best outcome.
Sorry to hear this. Hope you get better soon. Meanwhile, make the best of it. Sit outside in the sun, with a good book and a cold drink. It'll help pass the time faster.
Nice coozie. Go Birds.
Any updates to share with the class? Hope you are doing at least a little better!Def
Pleased to hear there’s improvement and light at the end of the tunnel Sos
Glad to hear things are improving. Hope you continue to improve at a rapid pace!
I couldn't agree with this more!There is also a good thing about being on crutches that no one talks about- it's a great shoulder workout! I was paddling my kayak like a boss the summer after I got injured!It may be a good excuse to take up canoeing or kayaking this year! It's a great way to be out in the woods and be active while sitting down! Hang in there and keep the good news coming- we are all in your corner.Def