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Many Thanks and update on my ankle

Imaoldhippie — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 14:04:39 GMT

First let me say MANY MANY THANK YOU'S AND ADIVSE FOR ME. I APPRECIATE EACH AND EVERY ONE. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Now for the update. My fractures were severe according to the doctor. As a result they were not healing, so I had surgery yesterday 2/28. I had to have the plates and screws on both sides of my ankle. I am home now and doing very well. Besides the general anesthsia the doc gives an injection behind the knee that numbs from the knee down and lasts for 18 or more hours. So far this morning my lower leg and foot is still numb. So I have no pain. I am not allowed any weightbearing on my foot for at least 5 weeks.

I have my first follow up appointment on the 5th.

As of now I use a wheelchair and it is my friend. I got a booster seat for the comode and that helps tremenously. As for showers or bath's I cant get the dressing wet so I wont have to worry about that for a while. I do sponge bath's for now. Not great but better than nothing.

My surgical team was the best and I thanked God for them. And I thank God for my hubby he built a temporary ramp over our porch steps and has wheeled me when needed, makes sure Im fed and have what I need. I think he is more tired than I am.

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I am still oxox — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 14:12:29 GMT

Heal well and fast, the commode booster is a great thing I used it after both my broken hips

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LizzieInSRQ — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 14:44:21 GMT

{{{{{{{ @Imaoldhippie }}}}}}} OW! i am so sorry for what you are enduring and hope you heal well and have support in the meantime.

After my broken shoulder when i couldnt get nursing help to take a bath or shower for 4 weeks, i found Pipa Mint XL Shower wipes for Cleansing Bathing No Rinse on Amazon a total lifesaver.

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cindyNC — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 14:38:21 GMT

Sounds complex but glad it went well. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

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San Antonio Gal — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 14:51:12 GMT

THanks for the update @Imaoldhippie . Hoping things get better each day. Sounds like hubby is doing a good job. Take care.

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haddon9 — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 14:54:32 GMT

I'm sorry you are having to go through this! As miserable as it is, 5 weeks is the beginning of April. Hopefully both you and the weather will be much better!

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wagirl — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 15:03:22 GMT

@Imaoldhippie ---I can relate to each and every point you made about this unfortunate adventure---all was the same with my broken ankle too. Just hoping you have pain meds for when the shot wears off--all I can say is---YIKES---you will need them. I got a wheel chair too--was the best thing ever--and the toilet seat--the highest one they make as this toilet is a hobbits sized one---I had a splint on my leg after surgery so used the leg condom to shower when I could and once after the post op appt got told I could let the water run down my leg during a shower--think that was about 2 weeks out-- had steri strips over the stitches-- but had the shower stool to use. I didn't get a cast on mine---but was put into a boot---oh just wait for the bruising in living color to happen----the oddest purples and greens and yellows----so sorry for all this---and hurray for your hubby!!!

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tansy — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 15:15:13 GMT

I was wondering how you were doing, @Imaoldhippie.

That numbing technique was so helpful with my second knee replacement.

Q sells some cloths for cleaning up without water. Maybe someone will remember the name.

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lgfan — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 15:22:36 GMT

They are called Scrubzz disposable wash cloths.

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Estellee — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 15:31:27 GMT

@Imaoldhippie One day at a time, take care

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SusieQ_2 — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 15:52:13 GMT

@Imaoldhippie

Wow, you've really been through it! I'm so happy to hear you're happy with your docs and that your hubby is taking excellent care of you--such a blessing amid the pain and frustration.

Sending you gentle cyberhug and so many wishes that this goes by quickly and without complications. Take care dear hippie and please keep us updated as you heal.

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hopi — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 15:55:44 GMT

@Imaoldhippie

You are strong and brave. The whole time you have beens so calm with a get it done attitude. So happy you are pleased with your surgeons and your husband sounds wonderful Prayers your rehab is quick. Keep us updated.

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AuntG — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 16:15:10 GMT

Wishing you a complete recovery.

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Kachina624 — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 16:15:15 GMT

@Imaoldhippie. Run, don't walk, and get yourself some of these Scrubzz for quick baths.

Also I had surgery on my ankle about 25 years ago and found I could tightly tie a good quality plastic bag with a strip of an old bath towel beneath the tie to catch any leaks and my ankle stayed completely dry in the shower. I used a shower chair

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Mom2Dogs — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 16:16:34 GMT

@Imaoldhippie I am glad you are on the mend..I have a pain block when I had shoulder surgery...most wonderful thing, lol.....I had minimal pain as well

Take care!

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on the bay — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 16:30:49 GMT

I'm so glad it turned out so well after the surgery and that they gave

an injection to numb everything and that you aren't in any pain! That must be a new thing, and a very good thing too! Cheers for the hubby being a good caretaker too! I hope you continue to heal with not much pain!

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catter70 — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 16:44:46 GMT

I'm glad everything went well for you. Hope everything continues to go according to schedule and you are up and out of the wheelchair soon. You have a good hubby, lucky you.

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roeroe1005 — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 16:47:25 GMT

Hoping your recovery goes smoothly and you are back to "running" around!

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Jk9 — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 16:59:13 GMT

@Imaoldhippie Sorry you're going through all this but hope all goes well now. You'll have a long recouperative road, but just hang in there and it will get better. Sounds like you have what you need along with the support of your husband. That support is the most important thing! Please keep us posted. Sending healing thoughts and prayers to you.

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SportyShorty07 — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 17:01:17 GMT

@Imaoldhippie Thank you for the update! I am very glad to hear that you're on the mend and had a successful surgery on your ankle. You are such a strong and brave lady- you have such a fearless and great attitude 🤗💯. You have an excellent medical team and a wonderful husband- I love the fact that he tends to your needs and even made you a porch ramp for your wheelchair 💖. Keep up the great spirits and I hope that you and your husband have a really great weekend.