First time WALKING after SEVERE ANKLE FRACTURE!!!
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Trying to walk again after an ankle fracture is awful. I wouldn’t wish that on my worst enemy. Learning how to walk again isn’t easy.
It’s crazy. You would think it would be easy since we do it everyday. But the the old phase use it or lose it is true. This was one of the hardest things I had to do
When my doctor ask me to walk I cried and told him I forgot how to walk😢
Thanks for this comment! I thought i was just being a wuss after 6 weeks. Still cant walk
@@code6charles966can you walk the same as before now?
I just got removed my cast. Walking is seemingly impossible currently 😢
Trimalleolar fracture on March 14, had surgery yesterday . Really puts life into perspective how we take something as simple as walking for granted. We will all get through this ❤
That’s the positive mindset I like to hear. If you watch some of my road to recovery videos I explain how family and support is what truly matters
Had a trimalleolar fracture early Feb from an ice skating fall..requiring surgery- fibula plate and 12 screws placed. Just took out my cast a week ago and will be starting physio this week. Wish you all the best. Really nervous about the pain, but looking forward to regaining my mobility
@@DaenaCamilleBallack it’s a long road! That feeling of the cast coming off is one step closer to walking. Make sure you are stretching your big toe back as much as you can!
I had the same fracture march 10th and surgery the 24th I should be walking in less than 30 days, how is your injury going?
@@jesusdominguez6934 make sure you are stretching your big toe back! It was the one thing that really helped me start to walk again.
Amazing how majority of the comments have a story on an ankle injury, helps to know you are not alone and will never be alone. I’m here to join and say I have too. May 19th, I suffered a Trimalleolar Fracture. Did the surgery, cast removal , stitch removal, and currently doing the 6 weeks of non-weight bearing and next appointment on the road to rehabilitate to walk . Extremely nervous 😮💨😮💨
Honestly it's been a blessing. The ability to connect with others who are going through the same stuff is one good thing about the internet! How has your pain levels been?? are you still on blood thinners?
@@TheHealthyYinzer Absolutely!
As for pain levels , my most painful moments were day 2 and 3 after surgery , all I did was cry , because the primary medication (oxycodone) felt like it wasn’t working. I think by the second to third week from surgery , I was feeling alright and stopped the meds
I also stop taking the blood thinners like up until the day they took my cast off to remove the stitches. Before I was taking it whenever I felt and notice my foot/toes were swelling up. if I seen/felt my toes were super tight and I couldn’t move them , I took the blood thinners and they brought that swelling down good , I was moving my toes like nothing was wrong.
But as of now, I take nothing. I also had moments couple days after the surgery where my foot would just randomly jump, like a muscle spasm , but I didn’t get the meds for it until the day of my stitch removal and don’t even need it because the spasm’s stopped right after the cast came off.
I suffered trimalleolar fracture on 16th June and got ORIF surgery on 18th June. Starting partial load bearing from today. Wishing you a speedy and safe recovery!
Best of luck to you ! I just had surgery !
@@lauraeustate7764 best of luck on your journey. For me while I was non weight bearing and on complete bed rest it was the best time for me to reflect on my life and be thankful for the blessings which I have and I took them for granted. This period serves as reinventing yourself. Take care of yourself and do not try to rush anything, follow the timelines and guidelines provided by your surgeon strictly. This phase can become irritating and boring after some time but just hang in there and you'll see the results! ☺️
I took my very first steps today (6weeks post trimalleolar op). I had a panic attack and couldn't follow the therapist's instructions. May Allah bless his soul! He was so patient and allowed me time, space and COMPASSION until I could calm down. The journey is tough, but we will go through it safely God willing ❤️
The journey is tough but just take it one day at a time! Celebrate the little wins
I am 7 weeks post op from dislocation and trimalleolar fracture of left ankle. I start walking with my boot on next week. I am so excited and scared at the same time. My foot doesn't hurt or swell right now, but have been told it is going to do both. Trying to stay positive.
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I broke my ankle on September 9th of this year. In two days I will have 2 weeks post surgery. I feel mentally exhausted and very sad. I feel so alone and I know I need to be strong but it's incredibly challenging and thinking about walking is so hard to imagine at the moment :(
I’m sorry to hear that Nancy. You are not alone! I just went through this and like the others comments you can get through it. The biggest thing for me in the beginning was to attach my recovery to my “why”. Reshaping your mindset is as important as the pt. I.e. Why do I want to get better? Instead of why did this happen to me was a huge shift for me. I’m 2.5 years from this injury and just getting back to the things I love.
@@TheHealthyYinzer Thank you for your words. When I think positively I do find that I can start to see the light. I appreciate what you say since you’ve been there. Thank you for your videos and your support and advice. Have a great day!
Broke mine on the 4th of September. I will admit to treating my foot like a baby. You get use to it. I recommend starting to walk like 2 weeks before leaving your boot.
Any nerve damage stinging feeling on ball of foot
How are u doing now Nancy? This is my first week walking since my surgery 7 weeks ago. Its hitting mw hard since Iam experiencing pain
congrats bro, i’m 3 months post op and i know the feeling. don’t stop keep going
Stay positive man! You’ll get through it! The pain sucks but think of the long game
I have an ankel surgery.. Its been 6 weaks afyer post surgery.Dcotor said have to use walker.can i use crutch or wlker
Trimalleolar fracture Nov 22! Still use crutches, moonboot. 5 plates, 9 pins, metalwork removal, washout and debridement and now waiting on a 4th surgery, an ankle fusion. It's been a long 18 months! A very difficult mental struggle... Keep going my friend, you will get there 😁
Omg 4 surgery’s!?! Now an ankle fusion! Omg!! You are strong willed! How are you feeling?
Just had surgery on June 20th. Have 3 plates and 10 screws. I’m so nervous about walking again and the recovery. I just want to get back to work and my normal life. Being alone as been so hard as well. Good luck to you all!
The recovery is a long process and being alone is even tougher. What really helped me is having something to focus on keep that mindset of wanting to get back to normal life. that is what is gonna get you through this. When do you start pt?
@@TheHealthyYinzer my surgeon said I will be non-weight bearing for 8 weeks so not until after that, so assuming all goes well should be early September. I am trying to stay busy and I’m working towards my real estate license so that is keeping me focused on the future. Have you started PT? How often do you go? Thank you for responding.
Oh, I see you're still in the early stages of recovery. This can be mentally draining. The video you watched was from two years ago, and I do my best to assist others through comments. I personally went through an eight-week program and found it very helpful. As an exercise physiologist, I knew what I needed to do, but it was beneficial to have someone else create the program for me. It's important to focus on extending your big toe when starting physical therapy. You may not think about it, but it's a crucial step in regaining normal walking ability.
@@rachaellatas2637 I am alone too. My ankle fracture
People don't talk enough about how debilitating it is losing your sense of independence. AND being stuck at home not working. It really wears down on a man.
I broke my tibia and fibula on Dec 16. 2022 and damn, seeing other people doing what I had to do after surgery makes me feel connected to this community. I’m still recovering and I hope you did too🤙
The hardest part with this injury is definitely the loneliness and doubt. Rest assured I’m here for you if you need anything. Just keep doing your mobility exercises every day and you’ll be ready to rock n roll once you put weight on it
I just broke my tibia and fibula on feb 6 I saw my foot hanging from my leg
@@mintfinish8804 I just broke the exact same as you. It took 3 weeks for the surgery. To allow my blood blisters heal. I broke it on Feb 7...I just had my surgery on the 24. Now I have to start my exercise to move my ankle but all I remember is it hanging backwards. The trauma and loneliness is the worst part.
I dislocated my ankle on 2/14/23, ended up breaking 3 bones in my foot along with some torn ligaments, dr said surgery wasn’t necessary after looking at the X-rays, still have swelling but it’s going down, he has me in a wrapped splint till swelling goes down a little more for a cast.. This sucks
I’m recovering rn too bro broke mines on the 31st
1000th like!! I recently fractured my ankle due to a bad landing and I'm currently on week 2! Wishing speedy recoveries to everyone!! 🎉😊
1000 likes!? Crazy. I’m glad this post has become a source of inspiration and information. Did you have to get the external fixator?
I also fractured mine just over 2 weeks ago due to a bad landing too (while skydiving). I hoping I can start walking again in 4 weeks when the cast is removed.
I broke my foot due to a slip and bad landing lol
@@maddieebobaddiee lol, from Skydiving too?
@@djrisks no lol I tripped on a broom 🫣 super embarrassing hahaha
December 7th, 2023, I broke my tibia and ankle. Had emergency surgery, plates, screws put in. It's been an insane journey to recovery. The pain, swelling, and emotional roller-coaster is something I'll never forget. This video and all of the comments make me feel so much better knowing im not alone and that the recovery process im going through is normal. Happy healing to anyone reading this.
I broke my tibia and the bottom off my fibia and had to have my ligaments replaced and plates in lower ankle I'm 4 weeks post op now it's been a long journey so far.
Yours sounds very similar to mine.
I hope you don't mind me asking at what points were your milestones e.g part weight bearing and then weight bearing and then walking normally? (Hopefully you are)
I wish you well.
Surgery is Monday. You give me hope
How was the surgery
@@Joseke254productionI can begin walking today! So successful!
Im right here trying to walk after compression boot has come off. I'm glad you said it's a weird feeling cos it really is!!
You literally feel the brain having to rewrite the path way! It’s wild!
Broke 2 bones in my ankle and dislocated my knee at the same time around 2 and a half weeks ago. Had surgery, a plate on one side and screws in the other. Was in a half cast for 2 weeks now in a boot (no weight bearing for another month). Staying as positive as I can. This will possibly be me in 4 weeks time so keep going! 😊
I know it’s hard laying in bed. Just keep trying to improve 1% each day and you’ll get there. If you have any questions I’m hear to help.
Any updates on how it’s going? 🥹 currently in the same situation but I’m 6 weeks post surgery learning to walk again but feels like it’ll take forever.
@@AshcashbxI'm 6 weeks in as well... But I'm still taking bed rest because I have broken ankle on one leg and dislocated my knee on the other leg.... idk what to expect
I am 6 weeks in and walking with a boot and sometimes crutches too because that pain!!! I get to start therapy this week and try a lace up boot so I can drive. I drive with a small brace and sketchers. Now that is painful! 😮 I'm just happy I can drive to my Doctor's appointment.
@@Ashcashbx I didn't get a notification for this sorry! It has officially been a year since I broke my ankle. Still not 100% but I can do most things normally. It felt like forever too, trust me, don't push yourself and you'll get there. I hope you're doing better by now!
It is such a weird feeling. I'm 4 months since surgery for broken tib fib, ive got permanent internal fixator. I'm mostly using 1 crutch now and back to work. First 2 months were awful physically and mentally. I hope you're moving around better now and back to some sort of normality. 😊
Wow, a permanent internal fixator? That sounds intense! Mentally, it was one of the toughest challenges I've ever faced. But once I made peace with it and focused on improving just 1% at a time, I realized that I could accomplish anything after that
@@TheHealthyYinzer yes you have to focus and know that you will get better. 🙂
First time talking a step for me in 12 weeks. 3 ankle surgeries and 20 implants to save my foot after I wrecked my Harley. It's so frig'n weird!!!! Good luck to all y'all in rehab and therapy.
Good luck to you! My dad was recently in a bad motorcycle accident. Guy blew through the stop sign and almost killed him. It’s wild what we take for granted. If you recover fully-could you still ride your bikes?
@TheHealthyYinzer I am rebuilding my bike. It wasn't damaged too bad. This gives me the chance to get it up on the stand and throw some upgrades at it.
My husband is now on n the same situation ☹️he had surgery in ankle and fibula and tibia they put plates and 18 screws , hopefully he will be recovered soon again hopefully 🙏
@@altinapilinci8870 that’s rough! 18 screws!! Has he started pt yet
@@user-on5sk3sp2b that’s the spirit! Can you still change gears with your foot?
I just started walking after fracturing my tibia & fibula & having tibial rod surgery. I understand how u feel that u have to retrain yourself to walk. I’m with u! Best of luck & best wishes for a speedy recovery ❤️🩹
You don’t realize how tough it is until you’re starting over. Hope you are doing better!
I’m currently 4 weeks post surgery, I’m supposed to get my 2nd cast off in about a couple weeks. I had a tib rod too & a fib broken in multiple pieces. How long did you have a cast before being moved to boot? Also, when you got a boot we’re you able to start partial weight bearing?
I broke my heel in three places On Super Bowl Sunday (2/12/23) as well as a dislocated foot joint, and terrible sprain. I have been walking for about 3 weeks. It still hurts but definitely improving! Don’t get discouraged! They told me it would take a year to heal as fully as it will heal, so I’m going to stay positive!
I’m close to two years now and I still deal with it on a daily basis. It sucks but with the right mindset you can comeback
Broke ankle in 3 places.has Surgery placed screws and plate in my foot . Here I am 8 weeks later. Cast came off..Monday. I'm allowed to put 25 percent weight on my foot but the walking boot is killing me..Have to go back Wed. For another boot.God help anyone going through a break ❤❤ Long painful journey.
Hey your situation is exactly like mine...Broke ankle in 3 places...same plates and screws. Operation done 8 weeks back and now wearing airboot and 25% weight started. All the comments have scared me. God knows when we will be able to walk 😢😢
By now you must be in your 10 week.. how is it going?
I am 2 plates 10 screws cast came of the 3 of this month I also can only apply 25% pressure to my right foot feels funny I go back the24th of this month
I’ll be 10 weeks and in just a few days. My doctor told me to slowly transition from 25% weight bearing to full weight bearing at my own pace. Today (day 11 of weight bearing) was my 1st day with no crutches and almost no pain! I’m scared to try it without my boot though. It’s definitely a long physical AND mental journey!
Congrats, I hope I’m walking in 8 weeks. Just had my ankle replaced and all my ligaments and tendon reconstructed 6 weeks ago.I am now walking with a boot and crutches, so I’m pretty grateful for that! Still have lots of numbness in my foot. Anyone have tips for the numbness I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you
Best of luck on your recovery and to anybody reading! if you're going through the same thing. I'm currently 2 days into taking my first steps, after a pretty nasty ankle fracture, that required surgical fixation too on the 31st May. Amazing feeling to begin getting your freedom back! and a blessing in disguise to never take simple things for granted.
It's crazy, how much it feels foreign. I'm just begining to train to walk again. Beat of care. Happy Holidays.🎄💯
Wishing the best for you! I felt like Bambi trying to walk again. Make sure you are stretching your big toe for at least 30 seconds
I broken my ankle in 3 places in the end on January, I had surgery and now im hopefully gonna be able to walk in a month this rly encourages me ❤
Wishing you all the best! It’s a long road ahead but stay positive and stretch your big toe back asap. Thank me later lol
How is ur ankle and do u walk normally?
I broke my ankle in three places as well I did not have surgery but my accident happened January 14. It is now April 9 and I am trying to at least apply pressure on my foot to try to walk. Are you walking yet?
The X-ray showed my bones are healing very well. But now I’m afraid to apply pressure on my foot and it also feels funny foot also sometimes swells they said I also damaged some nerves in my right leg when I fell.
@@meekashantel5096 I am! I’m in PT now and I’m starting to walk, I was in a cast for 4 weeks and a boot for 5 weeks so I’m starting to walk without it! 😊
WELL DONE BRO , you are a champ. I hope you're okay , i have a really bad broken leg , and watching this has given me so much confidence ❤❤❤
I wish you the best! How much longer do you have in the cast?
I broke my ankle badly 1 year ago and today i took out all the stuff inside my ankle it was a very long journey with a lot of pain and a lot of work to be able to walk again and run etc. To everyone who have the same injury just trust the process all will be fine work hard have friends and family around you is the most important thing ! To help others it takes about 6 months to be able to walk and run again but i thing you need about a year to feel your ankle like it was before the injury so be patient❤️
How was the recovery after you got the hardware out? I would love to run again but I’m afraid haha
@@TheHealthyYinzer now it’s 5 days after I took the hardware out I have a lot of pain and I’m not able to walk very good without crutches my doctor said I will be able to walk and run in about 15 to 20 days🥲
@@giannispetrou4706do the always take the plates and screws out?
I am 12 weeks out from bimalleolar ankle fracture. It’s definitely been a long, painful journey. I’m working hard to walk with one crutch. Struggling with pain and stiffness to the rest of my foot not necessarily the fracture sites. I wasn’t prepared for how long of a recovery this is.
Any nerve damage stinging ball of foot
Trimalleolar fracture and dislocation, 2 wks post op today. Stitches removed and boot on. I agree about not wishing on my worst enemy. The pain was excruciating. I sprained my other ankle trying to use crutches. I have balance issues. So have been in bed or in a wheelchair. 4 more weeks of no weight bearing then I can start putting weight on. Thanks for the video. Good to see others who are or have gone through this. You are doing fantastic. Hang in there. Hardest part besides the pain, is not having friends and family that are helping. Mine act like I am a burden and don't assist with anything. Plus I am so used to going all the time. How do you all stay positive?
Donna I’m sorry to hear that. I had a trimalleolar with dislocation too. External fixator for a week…it was rough. What helped me stay positive is realizing that the only to get better is keep trying to improve something 1% each day. I have a whole series on it called “the road to recovery”. There is a community in these comments that have all experienced something similar. You are not alone in this! Always reach out if you need to! I’m here to help
Praying you are better and have support now. Just keep saying it will get better with time.
I’m in the same exact boat trimalleolar with dislocation and I am 2w 5d post op. I’m ferried for the suture removal this coming Thursday! Was it terrible??
@@familychannel4life242 that was surprising easy. You have been through much worse. The hard part is when that boot comes on and you start putting weight on that foot. Make sure you take it easy at first and keep stretching your big toe back
Sutures didn't hurt at all@@familychannel4life242
I suffered a trimalleolar fracture slipping off the last stair on March 23rd. Had surgery March 31st and transitioned from the temporary soft cast into a fibreglass one on April 18th. I won't see the surgeon again until May 27th for a review.
I'm only 5 weeks in to the first 9 weeks of my journey.
Those who have gotten past this, I commend you! I'm suffering more from the mental inconvenience than I am the pain and I hate it!!! I want my foot back! 😭🤬
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I've been there and done that. You'll heal young man. It took me 2 years to heal completely. Now I don't think about it anymore.
Thanks for the kind words! What type of fracture did you have?
I just broke my fibula bone and medial mellious and going to have a surgery this Tuesday.. super nervous .. seeing vlogs are helping me to start the journey... I have a long way ahead pray for me please
Wishing you all the best! It’s a long road but if you have any questions feel free to ask
It gonna be okay I was nervous too broke mines the 31st got surgery as well now doing therapy slowing get back to normal
How was the surgery??
Got into a car crash and was hospitalized for 45 days, both my tibia and fibula shattered to more than 11 fragments and ripped through my skin. I needed two operations and currently have 4 metal plates inside and several screws. It’s been more than 2 months since the last operation and I am so worried that I’ll never be able to walk again, I’ve been given permission to 25% weight bear, but even so, I’m still struggling with that, this video gives me a little hope though.
I’m so sorry to hear that! It’s a rough injury. You main goal is stretching your big toes, the ankle, and activating the muscles that help you walk. My dad was just in a severe motorcycle injury and sustained similar injuries. Watching him trying to come back is so difficult. You really just gotta take it one day at a time and try to focus on something to improve each day
@@TheHealthyYinzer I’m really sorry to hear about what happened to your dad, what matters is that he survived, he will definitely get better :) Vehicle accidents suck, especially motorcycle ones, I also suffered fractures in my spine and hip, liver bleeding, and lots of deep wounds. I currently have scars all over my face.
Holy shit! Im glad you survived! Are you doing any pt currently?
@@TheHealthyYinzer Not yet, at the moment I am only able to walk but only with crutches, I will start PT when my surgeon finally says I can 100% weightbear. I heard that the ankle can still hurt even years after a fracture? How is your leg now?
@@gatooncracko527 it really depends on what I do and where. If I’m cooking for my clients I have a limit of 4-5 hours before I’m feeling it. When I walk in concrete I can only last 1-2 hours before the pain kicks in. I feel like I have been able to manage the pain but unfortunately it seems like something that will stick around for ever
Suffered a trimalleolar fracture a week ago (Sept 9) and surgery 3 days later. I have a fibular plate and 13 pins. Doc said to expect 7-8 weeks before I can be weight bearing again.
I’m sorry to hear that! Sounds like what I have in my ankle. These next few weeks are going to be mentally draining. Make sure you find something to keep your mind off the injury.
Fractured my talus bone on my ankle in different pieces. Unsure if i should have surgery to remove the pieces or let the body heal itself. Congrats for beginning the process of walking. I hope you're doing well
Had surgery two weeks ago for scar debridement and removal of an os trigonum, extra piece of bone in the ankle, have had issues for yrs till the doctors finally relented and agreed. Will be getting the splint removed this coming Tuesday. after that therapy and hopefully pain free walking.
you got this man keep it pushin! broke my tibia and fibula 10 weeks ago it was an opened fracture really bad and i just got my boot off starting the progress off walking w out a boot!
How does it feel to walk again?
I just had surgery to remove a bone spur that was rubbing on my Achilles tendon. It hurts so bad to try to walk and it’s such a weird feeling trying to walk at all. Good luck. It feels like it’s going to be a much longer journey than I ever expected.
Same here had mine surgery done June 11th and just started physical therapy couple weeks ago. They just started Friday making me out my full weight on it to learn how to walk again.
grade 3 ankle sprain, torn ligament. 7th week without walking. Just watching videos of people recovering so I can think positive.
had a car accident back in October 11th tomorrow i’ll have my follow up checkup hopefully i’ll be able to walk with at least a boot regardless i’m thankful it could of had been worse and we take everything for granted until we are in certain circumstances.
Hope you’re doing well! Did you have any surgery?
Please be careful. The crutches must rest over the side of your chest, a measurement of up to 3 fingers straight from your armpit line to the side of your chest. Otherwise you will end up with a Crutch palsy which is compression of your axillary nerve lying underneath your armpit. I am a certified physiotherapist so hope this helps.
Yesterday the doctor said i can now put weight on my foot, after 8weeks. I am so terrified, im absolutely scared im gonna fall or its going to hurt so bad. The anxiety kicks in everytime i think about it
You got this! Just take it one step at a time. Do try to overdo it because the muscles required to walk still need time to wake up as well
Im on week 6 after breaking my foot in 2 places. Nervous as well for when I’m cleared but we got thiss!
"Huh... thats a weird feeling..." yup. It just feels weird and its hard to describe. Feels like a brand new foot thats never touched the ground before.
You can really feel your brain working. It was like kill bill when she was trying to get her toes to move lol
It’s weird my foot all the skin pelled off like a snake skin and it was smooth and I’m still trying to get through the weird feeling
Broke my tibia 10 weeks ago. In a few days I can start putting weight on my injured leg. Feeling super nervous but it makes me feel better to see others who went through the same thing.
We are here for you! A lot of us are in the same situation and have gotten through it. Keep your head up! Have you done any pt??
Man makes me feel so much at ease knowing I'm not the only person that's been through this. I had a Trimaelleor frscture 3 weeks ago and I'm so paranoid to move my leg even a little bit. How long does it take guys to be able to walk to a little?
We’re all in this together! Did you have surgery yet?
Wow! I just got a ligament stress fracture and was giving a brace help me walk without applying weight. The journey to heal is definitely a challenge.
Man that pain after letting your ankle down from elevating is the worst I’ve ever felt
Ever!!! And it stays for like 2 weeks too
Yes!! 💯 all the blood rush!
Yes, agreed! 3 1/2 weeks now after surgery still dealing with it
I THOUGHT THIS WAS JUST ME WOW
I stupidly didn't take pain medication right after getting 6 massive screws put in and when the blood rushed down to it the first time the next morning it scared the shit out of me. I've broken bones and had many injuries over the years but nothing compared to the pain that morning. Take your pain medication BEFORE the nerve block wears off 🤠
Hope you get better soon. I broke mine 3 weeks ago, and I’m still in so much pain. Just feel helpless.
Speedy Recovery my friend and to everyone..Everything will be alright.Think positive.God Bless everyone🙏🙏🙏
Love the words of encouragement! It’s a long road but you’re right…everything will be alright
@@TheHealthyYinzer your Welcome...just always stay positive and think of happy thoughts.🙂 I have some friends who also got surgery from injury due to accident but now they are starting to walk🙂 God Bless🙏🙏🙏
2 weeks post surgery for trimalleolar fracture with dislocation and ligament damage. (Bicycle accident) I’m still 4 weeks out from even putting weight on it. It is so frustrating. Reading all the comments on this post is so affirming.
I feel you I tore my acl, mcl. meniscus at work on 2/4/2023. I ended up in the hospital on 2/15/2024 due from me not walking correct a got a callous that bursted and gave me callulites up my right leg. I waa in the hospital for 11 days and on antibiotics for 51 days. I left hospital with a picc line and continued antibiotics at home. So my foot dr gave m the ok to talk to my knee dr about surgery. I finally got my knee surgery and from walking a got another callous and was placed in a foot brace. Knee dr is keeping me out of work for now. It just seems one step forward and two step backwards. The pain in my knee was very painful. I, get depressed and thinking stupid things.
How are you doing now? I'm six months in to my calcaneal fracture. It's still rough
How your heaing goin i broke mine 2 goin to a month now
I broke my ankle the first may. Six weeks of mostly non weight bearing and hanging around in a Airwalking boot. Now I am limping around a little bit, but it is not as easy as I thought it would be. Be patient and hopeful. And try not to much. There are some good videos for smal exercieses even if you are in a boot or cast. I think they helped me. Acceptance is key. And try to get in touch with fruends if you are feeling lonesome. That helped me a lot.
Acceptance! Thats the magic word. You can’t change what happened. The only thing we can do is move forward and manage the pain
Glad I’m not the only one feeling like that had surgery last month on my left ankle finally got cleared to walk with no crutches felt lost still struggling first day
Damn thats a quick turn around though! You got lucky in a way. Are you in PT?
@@TheHealthyYinzer haven’t walked or put weight doh 6 months since February is when I got hurt. Using a walking boot starting physical therapy next week
Those are big steps. I wonder if they’ll put you in full weight bearing at first or gradually increase it. I went full weight bearing when they cleared me. Not sure if it was the right thing to do but I needed to try
@@TheHealthyYinzer man it was tough, but walking better now no more boot. Still need more pt
Broke my ankle on dec 9th….this comment session made me feel a lot better❤️🥹
I hope you have a speedy recovery! Many people have gone through what you are experiencing right now. If you have any questions, just let me know!
Me on Dec 12th just got my plasta off
Broke mine the 10th. Almost walking hbu
@@AngelNdegwa how’s it feeling? Days before I got the the plaster off, I was 100% convinced that the cast was rubbing into my ankle. Once they took the cast off, it was just the hardware setting in… wasn’t fun.
@@Jackasskidz4 almost walking?! Let’s go! Make sure to strengthen the calf and the big toe
Im 3 months post op right now after dislocated foot, 1 compound break, and 4 fractures. 9 pieces of titanium installed. Its really a tough process. I still cant walk. PT is the best way to go. The dislocation did more damage then anything! Im dealingvwith swelling still. Im slowly getting there. My goal is to be walking without crutches in another month. Good luck and be persistent to anyone struggling with foot or ankle break. Worst pain ever!
The feeling now is mutual. Just remove my cast today. And was just like that now :/
I hope your walking is getting better! Keep stretching that big toe!
How do you feel now?
I know the feeling February 12 I broke all three bones in my ankle now I am taking baby steps finally hope you do well it will be very sore mush his still but you gotta move it to heal it and a. Lot of exercises to help the muscles get stronger good luck to you 🥰
It all came flooding back. Almost a year ago I broke my ankle in three places - two/three weeks non-weigh bearing, 6 weeks in a boot following operation, after boot came off then it was learning to walk on it again, and build up muscle. It's still not right and has a way to go, but I can now run on it.
Here too. It was been mentally draining. Progress is slow and people think they know when you should fully walk.
Yeah its a long road. People who have never been through something like this cant relate. You have to relearn something that we do autonomically and its tough. You really just have to commit to it. How stiff is your big toe? If you are struggling start there. Stretch your big toe back for 30 or so seconds 3-4x a day. Game changer for me
@@TheHealthyYinzer Hi 👋. Thank you. My toe isn't stiff as say 2 weeks ago. Right now it's my ankle. Been walking and doing foot stretches. Slowly doing normal heel to toe foot movement. Just going through the stiffness atm, slowly walking better. and better. I can slowly walk with 1 crutch.
Lets gooooo! Progress! I did the crutch for a few days and i couldnt stand it. I got a cane at a local thrift store and found it to work much better. Are you going to PT?
@@TheHealthyYinzer Nice! Crutches can so dangerous & uncomfortable to use. I am going to PT twice a week.
How bad does it hurt stepping on your foot again after surgery? I’m on the clear, but It hurts every time I try to put weight on my foot. 😢
Yeah I’m the same way. Keep pushing through it! The fascia in your foot isn’t tough enough therefore the pain
Yes, so much pain in my foot while trying to bear weight.
On about july 18th yes im very unlucky since summer i broke my ankle at school being stupid knee sliding with my friends and i broke the both of the bones in my ankle and my growth plate and i had to have surgery a few weeks ago and im recovering just fine! Tomorrow i have my walking boot!
I broke my ankle on july19th playing football. I had to have surgery a few weeks ago. I feel you!
Just about to turn 62 had a high ankle break holidaying in turkey 9 weeks done feeling your pain be strong
Seeing a lot of comments that I can relate to. About a week ago I had a plate and some screws put in my left fibula. Now fully realizing how weird it will be to walk again.
How is it doing??
I wasn’t able to walk on my right ankle for a year. I’ve been walking 16 days now but still in a walking boot with a wedge inside it. It’s a slow process but I went up steps today for the first time and my calf burned but I did it I have 4 plates 12 screws 6 pins and 8 wires. I crushed the three bones in my ankle.
Congrats on going up the stairs. I had to single leg hop up mine for 2 months. I’m still not sure how I didn’t crack my skull. I’m curious why the decided to go the wire route? Is that to keep the fibula and tibia together?
Sounds the same break as mine
im 2 months after surgery and steping on it still hurts, thats good work man keep it up
Once they gave me clearance to put weight on it I went to see a concert. Not recommend haha
Had a bone spur and Achilles tendon repair surgery done on June 11. Just now in the past couple weeks had to start learning how to walk again. It’s painful and slow going.
I had a dislocated trimalleolar fracture with a comminuted fibula fracture on November 9th. I’m nonweightbearing for at least another 7 weeks. Do you have any advice for getting through this?
Sounds like what I am going through. First, you need to attach your recovery to your why. For me it was getting back to my business and being able to help my clients. Once I had the why in my mind I would look at everyday as a chance to get better in something. If this is mobility, strength, flexibility. You will lose muscle mass and that will cause some pain and depression. But just keep your why front of mind. Once you are able to do the mobility exercises START ASAP! Everyday is a chance to get better and come back to the things you love. I’m always here if you need anything
Fractured my fibula 3 places ..ankle in two,3 inches above ankle,and approx 3 inches above that..I've been getting about on a knee scooter great fun..I'd never of made appointments without one....I'm at 8 wks can't really use crutches as I've Fractured both wrists previously..I've used them for weight bearing..really would love to be where you're at..Good luck with it all 🎉🎉🎉
Wow! That sounds rough! My dad is is the same boat. He was hit on his motorcycle and broke every extremity. Are you a high fall risk? And how does the process of weigh bearing go with a broken fib?
How do people get through this with out getting hooked on opioids? I fell yesterday and will have surgery in 4 days and have do much pain! I am concerned about this very much… thank for any advice!!!
For me I needed the first script out of the hospital. I opted in for the nerve blocker pain pump while in recovery and that. helped a lot. I also was able to get in the MMJ program in my state and that helped a lot.
Wow! I had Tibia surgery non-weight bearing 3 months and I am learning to walk with a walker-I give you credit using crutches!
BTW Nice Drum Set!
I broke both sides of both ankles, right foot was just bone fragments, been 2 weeks since surgery. I know learning to walk again is going to be tough.
Sweet lord it looks painful. I broke my right ankle at work in 15 pieces on July 29. Last week had my last surgery I didn't think it was going to be this hard to recover.
Just had my surgery yesterday. Right leg spiral fracture of my fibula & ankle .. to be honest I’m scared .. to walk again .. but lm go through this discomfort/ pain ☹️😮💨😮💨
I didn't had surgery doc told me to keep cast for 6 weeks but after 5 weeks i started walking on my own without any stick, it pains to walk,, i dont know it healed or not,, i had ankle fracture,, and i had to attend my sister's wedding
May it feel properly thats all i pray even if i didn't followed the instructions and walked on 36 days putting all the weight.
When they cleared me for weight bearing... i went full weight (not knowing it was supposed to be a gradual thing) i will say my legs and hips regretted it for a few weeks. Just make sure you streghten the muscles in the injured leg. thats really the best thing you can do. I have a few videos on the exercises that helped me get through it
Take it easy. I'm going through the same thing.
Are you non weight bearing?
oh no 😭 how bad is it ???? I'm currently fractured (and sprained) and I have a walking boot which my Dr says I can walk with it ... but try telling my body that !!!! I cannot seem to stop hopping with my other leg to avoid fully weighting on my broken one !! does it still hurt you ,?
I was one leg hopping for months haha. The walking boot is one step closer to recovery! My ankle hurts everyday. It’s one of those things that you just deal with now and don’t try to push it too hard
@@TheHealthyYinzer to me that sounds like 1, going back to the gym is going to be extra tough. and 2, maybe I need to quit my food service job because we just stand and walk all the time all shift 😬
I’m a chef too! Standing for long hours is brutal. My legs and hip would go numb. I found these shoes www.oofos.com/#thehealthyyinzer they honestly have gave me back some freedom. Once you start walking without the boot check them out.
I broke my leg 2 yrs ago it took me like an hour to learn how to walk again
I always think of kill bill…
The cat is showing u how
She was trying to kill me! Haha
Getting minisus root reattachment. Long rode no weight for 6 weeks. Up to a year recovery
I remember watching this video when I dislocated/broke my ankle how does it feel for you now?
Doing much better. Still dealing with with the day to day issues but slowing getting back to normal. How are you feeling?
I feel you, that’s good hopefully you recover fully from it, I’m getting back to normal slowly thanks I have the days when it’s cold feels back to the start lol
I just started walking again today after having surgery in my right ankle. I tore a ligament and tendon.
This is my first time with an ankle i have do this for both my knees already. Its the same but different feeling.
How did it feel when trying to take that first step? I had to really think about and force it. The kill bill movie always comes to mind.
Im very sorry that happened to you
It has taught me a lot. Every set back is an opportunity for a comeback
In march I just had reconstruction on my foot and I totally understand what you're going through.
How’s it healing??
@TheHealthyYinzer Thank you for asking. It has been a long ride for me. The doctor told me it was going to be a long and hard recovery.And I didn't really realize how long and how hard it was going to be. I'm 75 years old, and I've been dealing with this foot for several years. So my balance wasn't good. And finally, it got to the point that I couldn't do any fun stuff anymore. I got an infection in my incision about almost to my 8th week. So that set me back.The doctor felt like it was because the boot that he had put me in was rubbing on the incision so I had to get out of that. Go on an antibiotic and use another kind of a shoe which reminded me of a platypus. I am now able to be off a knee scooter, walker, and just using a cane or my walking sticks. When I go to a big store, I sometimes do use their scooters that they have. I am now able to drive, which makes me so happy. I have occupational therapy come to the house, and I have PT also coming. July 21st will be 4 weeks.
Move the INJURED LEG with the crutches as explained by TH-cam channel THERAPEUTICASSOCIATES , the video is called “Walking with crutches, partial-weight bearing”
I am still on a knee scooter and waiting for an MRI on the 24th. Broken ankle….
I have just had my cast of I had a trimalleolar fracture 9 pins a plate in my ankle and 11 weeks in a cast I actually went really dizzy and nearly passed out the first time I took a few steps I'm Currently 6 days out of the cast and in a walking boot the physical therapy in the uk well the therapist was a nightmare and I'm pretty much left to it on my own I've managed to get up stairs and in and out of my house and I'm just practicing walking up and down the lower floors of my house I totally get how he's feeling it feels like your foot is not your own fingers crossed for him it's not easy especially when someone goes just do it like this 😂 you really want to say if it's that easy you go through it
Oh no, that’s horrible. Let me know if you need any assistance with anything. It was crazy when I first took the steps because you could feel you know what to do but your brain and body just does not want to cooperate together and you literally have to force it. I just kept thinking of the kill Bill movie whenever she was forcing herself to move her toes lol
Tengo 2 meses que me fracture mi tobillo empiezo a usar bota y dar mis primeros pasos con el andador más segura me siento siento poco dolor en mi pie. Pronto comenzaré air a rehabilitación bendiciones atodos los que estamos pasando por lo mismo
I just broke my fibula and tibula in a motorcycle accident This pain different
I broke my ankle and i finally got my cast off today but my legs hurt when I try to walk but there's no more break or a fracture and my mother is yelling at me for not being able to walk
Did you do any practice?Or did it hurt for you too?If u answer maybe I'll have something to explain 😔
Yeah that is totally normal. It has to do with the facia in the foot not being strong enough. It should go away in a week or so. But now that you are walking… make sure you stretch your big toe back. It will help you out a lot
Thanks for recording this im with a broken ankle in 3 places 5 week's after surgery now it sucks how are you doing are you walking ok now dose your leg swell
Good question! If I wear normal shoes my leg and back can only last a few hour at most before swelling. My problem is since surgery I have a a muscle that protrudes out of my leg ( it’s like a little ball) and if I’m on my feet too long it swells. It’s a tough injury
@@TheHealthyYinzer Thanks you for your answer i feel your pain man mine swells on both sides of the surgery when im up too long and my heel can't touch the ground hope i we get better soon 🤞🙏
Same!! I hope everything heals up. Make sure you are stretching your big toe back for 30 seconds at a time. Game changer when you start walking again
Has anyone else been using compression socks for swelling and if so, once you start walking do they really help or not?
Im just going through this. Its crazy how you can forget how to do something youve done your whole life. For me I couldn't even curl my toes when i sprained my ankle. Now walking again i realized i wasn't using my toes when i walked. It's been a real struggle
The old saying use it or lose it is 100% real!! I think people forget how important your toes are for walking. If they are stiff you are basically ice skating
Nice sharing, because me also I have ankle fracture medial malleolus, but didn't not surgery
Damn! Are you planning to get surgery?
Yep. Sucks big time.
Try walking after 19 weeks of being immobilized !
I broke my heel in 3 pieces, HAD to have surgery to fuse subtalar joint and 5cm allograft. You never realize how much pressure/strength it takes to step on the gas pedal to drive agsin.
Definitely a life changing experience.
Good luck
Damn that sounds rough!! I guess “lucky” for me it was my left side so I was able to drive normally. How’s your healing going??
@@TheHealthyYinzer I've finished 20 sessions of therapy, and I'm very thankful to be able to walk again. I did end up with a permanent disability, which I go for an impairment rating in couple days. Although mornings and evenings are hardest, I am blessed with minimal pain during day. Trying to regain all day endurance. I'm adventurous/outdoor gal so it'll come back... I hope.
I’m sorry to hear to about the permanent disability! That’s horrible. At least you have the mindset to get back. A lot of people would have given up. What is the hardest for you? Walking or going down/up steps
@@TheHealthyYinzerGoing downstairs still feels weird. If I want to walk without a limp, I have to focus on my stride. Ankle & inside of knee are affected, tightness pulls up to my knee. Stiffness makes me settle for kinda throwing my foot outward to maintain my preferred pace. Lol
I'm 54 yrs young. I don't give up.
Too much to live for-- Jesus
You don't quit playing because you get old... you get old because you quit playing!
Well said! The big toe stretches and the split squats are something I still do to this day.
I just broke my bibula , in cast housebound . 😢 day 11 .. feel your pain .
How long did they say it was going to take?
This video came up because I’m getting back to walking after a second surgery and have been doing some research. What is it with the cats and the dogs too? Of all the many places mine sit and lie down why do they choose the walkway right when I’m trying to navigate it?😂
2 months passed from my surgery, i just started walking on my foot with the 2 helping sticks (sorry dont know the word on english lol)
Helping sticks! Love that! Crutches? How’s the foot?
@@TheHealthyYinzer Yea lol, well yesterday my doctor told me to walk with only 1 already so i think im starting to recover, still feeling my foot so nailed and can't move it in circles
It’s been 8 weeks and I’m allowed to weight bear today. How long did it take you to walk without having to think about it every step? My calf is very small and weak any tips on regaining strength fast?
The main thing is consistency. Calf raises, tib raises, split squats, walking 5k steps. But also having a recovery program set up for yourself. Stuff like the theragun, practicing pilates and yoga will help you a ton. I would say it took me a month to really get back to a normal walking gait.
Nice kit dude
Thanks man! Lucky for me I never knew how to use the hi hat so having my left ankle breaking really didn’t effect much of my playing lol
I’ll be 10 weeks and in just a few days. My doctor told me to slowly transition from 25% weight bearing to full weight bearing at my own pace. Today (day 11 of weight bearing) was my 1st day with no crutches and almost no pain! I’m scared to try it without my boot though. It’s definitely a long physical AND mental journey!
Omg look at you!!! I should’ve went gradual like you. I was too excited to walk again haha
Are you walking any better?
@@TheHealthyYinzer Yes! No boot at all today! I definitely have a limp though. I guess that’s to be expected on day 1 of no boot. How long did it take you to walk without a limp?
I had to his problem with animals after I had ankle surgery too and found out, they’re just being protective over the injury. I don’t think they realize sometimes that they’re in the way lol
Yeah I fractured my left ankle 2 weeks ago . I’m in a boot now and I hate it! I’m an avid jogger long distance and I’m so scared I never broke a bone in my life until now! I hate how my ankle feels ! Like it’s on fire! Anyone on here who read my comment can someone give me instructions on how to put my walking boot on correctly when I take it off . The lady that I had to see to put my walking boot on did not speak English well and she spoke very fast! Anyone can help me that would be great please! I’m lost never broke any bones before until now:(
Broke my ankle in 3 places from a bad skydiving landing. Ankle still swollen and the screws and plates are painful especially when it rains.
Omg lucky that was the only thing broken?!? Are you okay now??
Cas : Finally i can sleep on those ankles again after months
how does it feel? does the big toe feel stiff?