Yes it is as bad as it sounds. Next Thursday I will be going under the knife to finally repair an ankle that is well past the time to get fixed. The final straw occurred last November when I fell while walking with the children.
We were walking around the block after eating Thanksgiving dinner and when I went to take a step my ankle was no there, this is a common problem of mine with my left ankle. I injured it when I was in highschool and have continued to injure it since. This will in fact be my second surgery on this ankle, lets hope this one does the trick.
After my last fall, which resulted in a break and a grade three sprain (my third one in three years). As a result of the fall it was determined after doing an MRI that I have in fact split my peroneal tendon, the doctor says it appears it is cut from top to bottom and that I have no ligaments attached to the bone any longer. His exact words, "I do not see how you are walking"
The procedure is expected to take right over two hours, we will arrive at the surgery center at 6 in the morning and I will be home later that day. I will be placed in a soft cast for two weeks, at which time I will move to a walking boot, however will not be able to be weight bearing till I reach the six week mark. I will undergo extensive therapy during this time which will continue till six months post op. At which time I should have an ankle that is better than new...
Lets hope so as I am tired of being in pain and having to limit my activities for fear of getting another sprain.
So what am I going to do after I am healed. My goal is to start running, which is something I have never done. I want to run a marathon, or at least a half marathon. I want to get back in to shape and start taking better care of myself. So much of my time and energy has been spent taking care of the triplets over the last 6 years that I have forgotten to do the things I love and to take care of myself.
So next Thursday morning say a prayer for me, the doctors and my family that all goes well with the procedure.
The pictures are from Last November when I had the last injury.
Sorry to know regarding your surgery and accident .Just relax you will get well soon.
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sorry to hear this... god will always be with u...
ReplyDeleteget well soon!!
Prayers are being said. You've already been added to the list.
ReplyDeleteI know what it's like to have bad ankles, I sprained BOTH ankles at the same time when I was about 12 (I was limping on one and blew out the other, lol).
A few years ago, I slid, landed wrong, looked over my shoulder and said "Boy, I didn't think my foot would bend that way", then the pain started. Yep, broke it, just by taking a step and being clumsy.
I really hope this takes care of it for you.
Hugs.
Jen
oh my... I have the same problem with my ankle too (right), my doctor told me that I need to strengthen it and if not, i might have to go under the knife too.
ReplyDeleteI came across your blog after google-ing the condition I've been living with for about two years. I had the same surgery twice since it didn't work the first time. (didn't work the second time either, but no way am I going through it again!) Hope you're recovering well!!!
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