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RE: Lissa?

Donna16 — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:55:02 GMT

I had my left ankle fused almost exactly 2 yrs ago-how time flies--yes it is a long time non wt bearing-Pat is right-the roll about or something like it is a must. I also joined the ankle support group at yahoo and found so much useful information from other people and from the links they have-

I have 2 kids and I managed with minimal help--the first 2-3 weeks are the hardest--after that not so bad-as long as you are prepared--I had rides arranged for the kids for camp and my parents brought over dinners--other than that I managed around the house by hopping and using the leg caddy--

good luck

RE: Lissa?

teacherrobin — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 13:08:24 GMT

Lissa,

I sent you site mail.

Blessings,

Robin

RE: Lissa?

Awma — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 12:13:56 GMT

Lissa, will be praying for you as you face another surgery! My dr has brought this surgery up but so far it has just been something the future may bring.

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starshine — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 03:02:33 GMT

Lissa, I would also like to welcome you to the site. When you want to start a new topic, click the 'Add Topic' box at the top of any post or at the top of RA Connect or any other group. I haven't had my ankle fused but I have had knuckle replacement surgery that didn't have a favorable outcome. I chose to have it redone with a different type of joint and I am glad I did. The recovery was much better with less pain than the first surgery. I sure would want to get a broken screw out of my body! :w00t: Good luck. ss

Lissa?

pat59 — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 23:53:04 GMT

Hi and welcome....just wanted to say , yes, that happened to me, with the left subtalor fusion...screws cracked, and i had a redone. Make sure you try to rent a Roll-a-bout, so you can kneel in it, with that leg, and get about some. I also rented a wheelchair, with leg attachments, to get out of the house some. Are they going to do a graft for the next surgery?

the one thing which was good , was left leg, i could drive after some time, not far, because i needed that leg elevated

You can try posting, in the surgery and arthitis section here...and i am giving you the link for Yahoo Ankle Fusion message board. Your lucky to have a computer for support, as i didn't have one, when i got my ankle fused...and you can get lots of support

Good luck:)

Hi, this is my first time here so I am not sure I am doing this correctly. I have recently had a fusion in my left foot that did not fuse and now have a broken screw in my foot. Am scheduled for surgery next month in Nashville, anyone else ever have this problem? I was no weight bearing for 3&1/2 months the first time, I really don't want to have to go through this again. Any suggestions.

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