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Board: Foot Problems 04-26-2013, 02:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 298
Posted By ginger62
Re: I can walk!! I can drive!!!!!!!

Yay on the progress! It's such a long road to recovery with this surgery...the milestones are truly memorable.
I'd say definitely get new sneakers. Your old ones are probably worn into your "old...
Board: Foot Problems 03-08-2013, 04:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 547
Posted By ginger62
Re: Should I ask for a cast?!?!

You really need to keep your ankle immobilized so if you know you'll be taking it off a lot I think you might be better off with a cast.
Ginger
Board: Foot Problems 03-05-2013, 05:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 519
Posted By ginger62
Re: Help! Peroneal/tendon issues

The only thing I would caution you on, Lex, is there's not a whole lot of people here that it got better for. Mine started out as a sore ankle from working out and got progressively worse for 4 1/2...
Board: Foot Problems 03-02-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 2,261
Posted By ginger62
Re: Surgery tomorrow morning.

Hydrocodone can be called in to a pharmacy. It's not as strong but should be okay for a day or two and you'll probably be feeling a little better by then. Make sure to call them first thing Monday....
Board: Foot Problems 02-28-2013, 08:20 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 2,261
Posted By ginger62
Re: Surgery tomorrow morning.

You'll feel so much better at home in your own bed. Get some rest and try to sleep!
Ginger
Board: Foot Problems 02-15-2013, 08:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 545
Posted By ginger62
Re: Scooter Scare

Hang in there Laura. I did the exact same thing except I was week 10 and should surely have known better. I also took a complete header over the scooter on my second day home. That's another...
Board: Foot Problems 02-13-2013, 05:51 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,815
Posted By ginger62
Re: Friday night pity party... byob... bring your own boot

The stairs scared the bejesus out of me too. It's much easier when you can put your foot down a little.

My heart is breaking for y'all. Please believe me that you don't have much longer to go. It...
Board: Foot Problems 02-10-2013, 07:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 486
Posted By ginger62
Re: 4 Days Post Op

No apologies for pity parties. We've all been there. Glad to hear you are feeling better!
Ginger
Board: Foot Problems 02-10-2013, 04:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 486
Posted By ginger62
Re: 4 Days Post Op

Oh Laurelei, you poor thing. It does suck. You should be over the worst of it pretty soon. I think at about 4 days I felt better and was ready to cut the meds. I didn't (after everyone here gave it a...
Board: Foot Problems 02-08-2013, 04:26 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 5,886
Posted By ginger62
Re: PTTD Surgery Done - Recovery Begins

I had that. I thought my toes were getting moldy because I wasn't drying my foot well enough after a shower. Seriously. It was just bruising from surgery. Definitely call them but I wouldn't worry...
Board: Foot Problems 02-04-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,875
Posted By ginger62
Re: Triple Athrodesis for a young athlete

Powerplay, my thought exactly about the crutches. I know you men are tough, but this is no time for false pride or modesty. You may fall and break something else. Go up and down on your bum. Much...
Board: Foot Problems 02-01-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 973
Posted By ginger62
Re: Superduperlargelongsupersigh. Here we go again... for the 10th time.

Ya know BubbleGuppy, if you are able to take off your boot and still run and jump around, PT is probably the best thing for you. A lot of us here would love to do that but can't, and never will be...
Board: Foot Problems 01-30-2013, 10:56 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 5,226
Posted By ginger62
Re: Ankle Surgery

I'll be thinking of you tomorrow (today since it's 1:45am). Don't stress too much! You're in good hands, it'll be over before you know it. Good luck!!!
Ginger
Board: Foot Problems 01-21-2013, 07:22 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,299
Posted By ginger62
Re: In the waiting room

Well, if you get a boot pretty quickly after surgery and can remove it to shower, I really think it helps a lot to keep the scars "oiled up". Massage them a little too when you can. your foot will be...
Board: Foot Problems 01-21-2013, 06:36 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,299
Posted By ginger62
Re: In the waiting room

PesCav, I went right into the boot too. Never having had a cast I don't think you'll hate it as much as everyone else does. It's probably adjustable on both sides and you can take it off to shower....
Board: Foot Problems 01-14-2013, 06:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 818
Posted By ginger62
Re: Surgery in 35 hours! Subtalar Arthrodesis Revision

They told me if I had any (drugs, legal of course) that it would be fine to take if I wanted even the morning of surgery. Unfortunately, I did not, darn it! Call your doc if you need to and ask for...
Board: Foot Problems 01-14-2013, 03:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 202
Posted By ginger62
Re: about walking

So you walk like you are pigeon toed? You might be compensating for the crutches. See how you do when you get down to one...or...if you are going to be having PT soon, maybe stop in and see if they...
Board: Foot Problems 01-14-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,780
Posted By ginger62
Re: 10 months after brostrum - seeing an ankle specialist...

It's kind of odd that they didn't let you go to Mercy in the first place since you are right there in Baltimore. Could have done it right the first time, saved you a lot of pain and themselves a lot...
Board: Foot Problems 01-13-2013, 07:58 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,780
Posted By ginger62
Re: 10 months after brostrum - seeing an ankle specialist ....

Dr #1 sounds like a class act. Like anyone would make this stuff up. Jerk. When I told my local ortho that I was going to Myerson (I had already been to 2 others including a doc at Duke) he said...
Board: Foot Problems 01-13-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,596
Posted By ginger62
Re: 4 Weeks Post op PTTD Surgery

When you get into the boot showering will be so much easier. I had the same experience with the cast cover...no idea how people actually get those on. It didn't even seem like it would fit my arm,...
Board: Foot Problems 01-11-2013, 03:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,057
Posted By ginger62
Re: Ankle Overhaul - anyone had this much work done at once?

I had my surgery done 7 hrs from home and they didn't have any problem with my local doc taking out the stitches and doing the follow up.
Didn't you see a doc at Mercy? If you are going there, I had...
Board: Foot Problems 01-11-2013, 03:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 781
Posted By ginger62
Re: very excited!!!

Been busy with a sick mom so I've missed all the fun with the walking starting! I know exactly how you feel, Erin. I was so excited at first and then after a couple of days when it hurt I just did...
Board: Foot Problems 01-10-2013, 03:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 474
Posted By ginger62
Re: Surgery moved up 2 months

Also, I saw your earlier post on meds. I got a block after they put me out, it lasted about 12 hours, haha, just in time for the 7hr drive home. The staff there is very professional yet very...
Board: Foot Problems 01-02-2013, 05:58 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 5,886
Posted By ginger62
Re: PTTD Surgery Done - Recovery Begins

1 week down! You and I have been talking here for 5 months now...it really doesn't seem that long ago does it? Well, 5 months from now you'll be up walking around and you will hardly remember this...
Board: Foot Problems 01-01-2013, 06:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 810
Posted By ginger62
Re: 5 Weeks Post Peroneal Tendon Transfer

I have a local ortho that has done 2 knee surgeries for me. They had been treating me for the PTTD for a couple of years, but this surgery was beyond their scope (pun intended, haha). I stopped in a...
Board: Foot Problems 01-01-2013, 05:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 419
Posted By ginger62
Re: Ankle

They do. You just have to set up a payment plan and stick to it faithfully. Even if it's $10 a month. And very often they will refer you to an ortho and make the appointment for you. Really try to...
Board: Foot Problems 12-31-2012, 12:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 419
Posted By ginger62
Re: Ankle

You can pick one up at just about any drug store. However, if there is a smaller, independent pharmacy in your area I would go there and ask the pharmacist what they recommend. They very often have...
Board: Foot Problems 12-31-2012, 08:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 419
Posted By ginger62
Re: Ankle

Hey Ruth, this stinks since you don't have insurance, but...if I were you I would get it checked out by a good foot and ankle specialist ASAP (and nothing against podiatrists but I would try to find...
Board: Foot Problems 12-27-2012, 08:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 192
Posted By ginger62
Re: Elevation Question

I found that I was de-elevating myself during the night around that point. If it doesn't hurt to not elevate and you turn over in your sleep, well, you really can't help that, now can you? Didn't...
Board: Foot Problems 12-27-2012, 12:10 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,192
Posted By ginger62
re: My A2 PTT reconstruction

Well, Yay for you Phyllis! I know how much that catheter was bothering you. Exdancer's thread is PTTD surgery Dec. 17th, it's about halfway the front page of threads. Good luck with the bathroom! We...
Board: Foot Problems 12-27-2012, 11:46 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,192
Posted By ginger62
re: My A2 PTT reconstruction

Cinder is probably just going into surgery now. Bless her heart, she was originally scheduled for October 2nd and then got pushed back almost 3 months. Mine was 9/25 and she was the first one I...
Board: Foot Problems 12-27-2012, 08:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 341
Posted By ginger62
Re: 13 more days woot woot

PT is great. Make sure you like and trust your therapist. I made more progress after one week of PT than I did in 3 weeks on my own. The ultrasound and massage that they will probably do really help...
Board: Foot Problems 12-27-2012, 08:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 810
Posted By ginger62
Re: 5 Weeks Post Peroneal Tendon Transfer

Ladies, one thing I learned the hard way while going from NWB to PWB to FWB (and if you already know this, forgive me)...as you progress, take some time every day to "warm up". Start with 2 crutches....
Board: Foot Problems 12-27-2012, 12:41 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,192
Posted By ginger62
re: My A2 PTT reconstruction

Cinder,
It's 3:30am , a full moon and the wind is howling like a banshee here so no more sleep for me! I hope you can sleep in a little bit today. I'm so excited for you. It's going to stink for a...
Board: Foot Problems 12-26-2012, 07:06 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,192
Posted By ginger62
re: My A2 PTT reconstruction

Cinder, I just slipped off my scooter AGAIN. If ever there was a reason to get off this thing ASAP I am it! The pain this time was much less, but I am going to bed with an ice pack strapped to my...
Board: Foot Problems 12-26-2012, 06:30 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,192
Posted By ginger62
re: My A2 PTT reconstruction

Cinder, you are going to be fine either way. If you stay in the hospital thay will wake you very four hours to take your vitals which can be comforting. If you are home, you will be in your own bed ...
Board: Foot Problems 12-26-2012, 12:54 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,192
Posted By ginger62
re: My A2 PTT reconstruction

Mine was about the same time...I was done and on my way back to the hotel by 5pm! You might want to ask them if you can have a small snack early in the morning. 8 hours is usually the rule. You are...
Board: Foot Problems 12-26-2012, 11:46 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,192
Posted By ginger62
re: My A2 PTT reconstruction

Good luck tomorrow Cinder! I'll be thinking of you. Please post (or have someone do it for you) ASAP so we know you're doing alright.
Lots of love...don't be scared. The Lord will be holding your...
Board: Foot Problems 12-22-2012, 02:56 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 6,204
Posted By ginger62
Re: PTTD - Surgery on December 17!

Hey Desiree! So glad you made it home safe and sound. Aren't you glad the surgery is over without having to agonize for months? I've read up some on your Dr. and he certainly sounds like one of the...
Board: Foot Problems 12-20-2012, 05:52 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,192
Posted By ginger62
re: My A2 PTT reconstruction

I started at 10 weeks, I think. It probably should have been a week or so sooner, but my OS is in Maryland so there was a little lag in communication about when I could begin PWB. I have a great...
Board: Foot Problems 12-20-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 308
Posted By ginger62
Re: Bone Grafts-Artificial vs. Mine

I hope everyone who can has signed up to be an organ donor. I understand that some are not comfortable with it or have religious beliefs that prevent it. But please folks, especially at this time of...
Board: Foot Problems 12-20-2012, 10:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,269
Posted By ginger62
Re: mystery heel pain

Hey Foot, I would definitely get help short term to get your pain to a manageable level, but don't give up. Someone out there can help you. Just keep asking , digging and researching. Keep the faith....
Board: Foot Problems 12-20-2012, 05:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 759
Posted By ginger62
Re: Answers for my Ankle Syndesmosis Injury! Yay! Possible ankle reconstruction?

Star, there are a bazillion posts on here that will answer most of your questions. Poke around a little bit on previous pages and you'll find folks in all stages of prep, pre-surgery, post surgery...
Board: Foot Problems 12-18-2012, 06:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 957
Posted By ginger62
Re: Young and Active w/ PTTD Stage 2

Lots of NC girls on here! I am 3 months post op and live alone. I had someone for the first couple of days but after that was on my own. It's not ideal but definitely doable. Depending on your...
Board: Foot Problems 12-16-2012, 02:56 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 6,204
Posted By ginger62
Re: PTTD - Surgery on December 17!

If you are in the hospital 3 days methinks you will be dying to get home by then. Because of all the stories I had heard I was extremely upset that they were going to send me home on the same day. We...
Board: Foot Problems 12-16-2012, 02:39 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,803
Posted By ginger62
Re: Calcaneal osteotomy on Thursday

Animal, I'm having the same kind of weekend only you have a much better excuse. I came home from the hospital the day after surgery and was by myself from day one. It's not ideal but it can be done....
Board: Foot Problems 12-16-2012, 07:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 542
Posted By ginger62
Re: Pain 3 weeks post peroneal tendon transfer

Falling in the boot sucks, however, I must say it is a piece of cake compared to falling without the boot. I have done it both ways. The swelling while in the boot went away after a couple of days....
Board: Foot Problems 12-16-2012, 04:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 542
Posted By ginger62
Re: Pain 3 weeks post peroneal tendon transfer

Were you in the boot when you fell? I did that over a week ago and I'm still not back to where I was.
Honestly Patti, it sounds like you are doing an awful lot very early. Seriously. Maybe ease up...
Board: Foot Problems 12-14-2012, 04:28 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 6,204
Posted By ginger62
Re: PTTD - Surgery on December 17!

Check to see if they have reduced rates for hospital patients. The one I stayed at in Baltimore had a 50% discount.
If you don't bring a wheelchair with you, most facilities will not let them off...
Board: Foot Problems 12-12-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 745
Posted By ginger62
Re: PTT repair & tenosynovectomy

Just get your essentials. Anything else you can pick up (haha, not really, but you can order online!). That's great that you got bumped up! Less time to fret. I think you'll be very glad. Good luck!...
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