AndyB Posted November 23, 2017 Share Posted November 23, 2017 I've had my foot fixed 17 days ago. I damaged it twice, once full dislocation and second time broke end of tib/fib (neither done flying!!!!). Sat here unable to use foot for 3 weeks, I am going stir crazy. I had bits of broken bone removed, micro-fracture of Talus and tibia joint to encourage healing of cartalidge with holes in it, removal of bone growth that was preventing ankle moving and a repair pin. Been doing loads of 'own' physio and my ankle does now move - a lot compared to before, but still less than a third of the range of my other foot. I can also walk on it when doc and physio not looking. I had this done 2 Nov with a view to being able to go back to flying early Jan. What's the experience of my fellow broken/dislocated foot guys? Am I being too keen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch130 Posted November 23, 2017 Share Posted November 23, 2017 I cant stand not being able to fly for long mate ....I feel your pain . Get a trike and a helper . Hope you heal up soon . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cianpars Posted November 23, 2017 Share Posted November 23, 2017 Take your time and dont push too hard otherwise you could set yourself back another month. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted November 23, 2017 Share Posted November 23, 2017 You have my full sympathy Andy. Not quite the same by a long shot, but I had a very bad sprain which caused massive swelling. After more than a year of being told to take it easy, but still struggling with pain, I started hill running again, and within no time it had improved. Within weeks I was back full swing. The standard medical advice needs to be tinkered with sometimes, to see whether natural movement is a better option. Interestingly, despite hobbling around in pain, my Hanwag flying boots gave me enough support and allowed me to carry on flying throughout - they were amazing. Link 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyB Posted November 25, 2017 Author Share Posted November 25, 2017 Cheers guys. Hadn't thought about boots Steve, but will give them a go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyB Posted November 30, 2017 Author Share Posted November 30, 2017 Well, nearly 4 weeks since op. Just tried walking in the snow, which means no crutches (they slip)! I couldn't get up the hill from the front door. Steroid injections being done later today so hopefully ease off a little after that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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