Ankle injury surgery required

[NanaCC]

Really did a number on my ankle, fracture ankle bone, two torn ligaments one that caused a bone chip to come off my heel. It’s a wonder I’m in pain. 10-12 weeks non weight bearing or is it baring on that leg. Amazon is delivering a wheel chair this Thursday. I just need to get stronger so I can come into the house 3 steps without putting my bad leg down. So grateful for the 40+ pounds I’ve lost this year - go Mediterranean. Just needed to whine lol peace to all

[agapepilgrim]

That is so terrible! I have damaged both ankles and top of feet over the years and have my own soft cast boot I have had to wear 3-4 times. Once broken; other times doctor said I would have been better off having a broken bone rather than all the ligaments, etc., I have torn and messed up. Being in a wheelchair, even temporarily, is a pain. But, thank God, it is not permanent wheelchair.

[jimeka]

I am so sorry NanaCC I hope and pray that you heal quickly. Tearing ligaments hurt more than broken bones, plus bones heal quicker. Don’t get too comfortable in that wheelchair 🦽😂

[NanaCC in reply to jimeka]

I promise I won’t, to the basement once I am walking

[Sandydemop]

hi Nana, that sux. I relate somewhat. My achilles tendonitis pain just keeps hanging on. surgery won't help either. wishing you safety and a quick recovery.

[goatgal]

Sounds like my ankle fracture: repaired with a plate and 6 screws, 6 weeks in skilled nursing, 2 more months at home in wheelchair/knee scooter/walker/cane...and dagnabit, it still aches almost every day. But here's the good news: I can walk, garden, drive, take care of myself.

Because ankles are so fragile, so important, and do such important work, the healing process will take time but we are so blessed to live in an era where what breaks can usually be repaired. That's a true gift! I hope you come through this in all the best possible ways!

[NanaCC in reply to goatgal]

do you still have plate or do/Will that be removed. Wheelchair came today have to say it felt so good to make dinner, do dishes and I actually swept the kitchen. Trying to stay positive I want to move again, thanks for good wishes

[goatgal in reply to NanaCC]

The plate is (probably) what allows my ankle to function. It is also (probably) what causes the constant low level discomfort at the site. I sought advice on having it removed but found surgeons unwilling to do so: there are incisions on both sides of the ankle. On one side are screws, on the other plate and screws. Removal of the screws from both sides would leave holes in the bones which are unlikely to heal at my age (82). Xrays showed that bone healed around the insertion points and a small bone chip reattached itself, so surgeons consider the repair successful. Because I live alone, surgical removal would mean a repeat of what occurred the first time... I would rather live with the discomfort, occasional pain, and constant awareness of the plate than return to skilled nursing, wheelchair, boot, etc. Plus, there's no guarantee that removal would improve anything. In fact, it might make the ankle permanently weaker or require external support.

[cindyrn68]

Oh my! Praying you heal quickly.

[Mollyabigail]

Oh, man! I am sorry! Prayers for a quick, complete healing!🙏

[mrsmike9]

Ooo, owww!!! It sounds terribly painful! I hate it when I'm in the middle of a fall thinking, ooo, this is going to hurt! Then it does. I hope you heal quickly!

[falalalala]

🙏

[BlanketTime1]

i'm so sorry! that is really scary. i've felt many kinds of pain, but the worst for me is bone pain. i hope you can manage the three steps. btw i just started mediterranean and you've given me hope!

please keep us posted.🤗

[NanaCC in reply to BlanketTime1]

found some great sites let me know if you want me to share some of my favs

[NanaCC]

Back from surgery wham bam thank you mam, pain block working no pain when I start to feel toes take oxy hate em but hate pain worse. Time to heal

[carolek572 CommunityAmbassador]

How are you doing, NanaCC ?

[NanaCC]

hi thanks for asking a bit stir crazy feeling sorry for myself missing my favorite season and walking. Surgery was three weeks ago see dr Thursday will finally see my incision and get a hard cast. Trying to stay chipper my poor Bella isn’t getting enough exercise. Last nite I posted looking for help with Bella on local FB community page can’t believe all the offers from neighbors offering to walk her. I’m amazed at peoples kindness and am learning it’s ok to ask or accept help, me and my damn pride. Your sweet for checking on me