Look what I got today! Sexy, huh?
"It takes six weeks for a fractured bone to heal," my doctor said today. My toe feels much better stabilized.
New foot x-rays today. Waiting for the radiologist report. Pending appointment with a podiatrist. Like most Americans, I hate waiting.
Doctor wants to do a bone density scan to make sure I don't have osteoporosis like my grandmother. I'm thin, another risk.
The last bone density scan I had was in 1998. My bones were strong from hiking and weightlifting since age 21.
"That was in the last century!" she said. Twenty years ago.
So much for hiking. I'm benched until July. That reminds me:
I can lift weights for the upper body from a seated position and lying on a bench. Also do abdominal exercises. With the machines: calf raises, calf crunches, one-leg presses, etc.
I'll stay strong.
To safely walk downstairs in this slippery boot, I sidestep holding the railing with both hands.
Just got my old REI soft knapsack with shoulder straps from storage. Will use it to carry things up and down.
The French conquered the Pyrenees carrying knapsacks with just a loaf of bread and salami.
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Feet take a long time to heal. Best wishes. I was laid up after major foot surgery for months but I'm back running.
ADKSparky
Level 8
May 9, 2019
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ADKSparky
Is that a cast? How did you shower?
@LiterateHiker I bought a special rubber boot device that went over the cast. It was tight around my calf above the cast. Then I pumped the air out of the boot which made a vacuum seal so no water could get in. The first shower was delightful. 
Generally speaking, shouldn't there be skin involved in "sexy"?
Lop-Eared-Mule
Level 7
May 9, 2019
1
They just did surgery on my foot. They broke a bone, moved some stuff around, fused a joint and put in 3 screws and a spacer. I did not get the fun boot. I have a boatload of ace bandage and a surgical shoe, which is basically a flat surface and a bit of velcro.
I'm jealous of the boot. It's taken me a week to just be able to hobble around the house.
CommonHuman
Level 7
May 9, 2019
1
19 years ago I broke left leg by falling off of a roof. Annette found me a calcium supplement "Bone Up", really, that's the name. When the x-rays were taken 3 months later there were no sign of any cracks even tho 2 of them were about an 1/8 inch wide. The Dr. said "I don't know what you're doing but get out of here" . I believe the extra calcium and keeping blood flowing by working the leg helped to heal the breaks so fast.
starwatcher-al
Level 7
May 9, 2019
1
Amazing.
My doctor told me to stop taking calcium because it increases heart attacks and strokes in women.
@LiterateHiker I do not take it regurley at all, just when the leg
was broken.
Power Laces. Allright!
MakeItGood
Level 7
May 9, 2019
1
What do you mean? I don't understand your comment.
@LiterateHiker Back to the Future II reference?
It's hard to drive with this boot! It's too big and clumsy.
The bottom of this boot is slippery. Dangerous.
LiterateHiker
Level 9
May 9, 2019
0
You probably know this, but I found out the hard way -- those boots are very slick when they get wet. Put something like strips of tape on the bottom and be careful! This too will pass.
ladyprof70
Level 7
May 8, 2019
1
@adyprof70
Thanks for telling me. I didn't know that.
Way to keep your spirits given your setback.
t1nick
Level 8
May 8, 2019
1
Thank you! One needs to keep a sense of humor under duress.
@LiterateHiker I agree. Hang in there.
Hi K, recommend bone broth and chewing on ribs will give you important bone ingredients.
Healthydoc70
Level 7
May 8, 2019
1
Two days ago, I made a big pot of chicken bone broth. Strained; then chilled it overnight. (After roasting chicken breasts, I freeze the bones.)
The next day, I skimmed off fat and made a big pot of Chicken Vegetable Soup.
I had somewhat the same experience last year recovering from a completely torn quadriceps tendon. I still can't do heavy leg work. Hang in there and be patient. You have the rest of your life.
Mitch07102
Level 8
May 8, 2019
1
I believe with your good health that you will heal in no time. Just please be patient and follow the doctor's advice.
Redheadedgammy
Level 9
May 8, 2019
1
Cool boot! Bet is slows down your marathon times! Take care and heal, the human body is amazing in it's resilience.
Barnie2years
Level 8
May 8, 2019
1
Don't eat salads for a few months. Eat a lot protein and wash it down with some good wine. Some company on Friday evenings will be good too.
St-Sinner
Level 9
May 8, 2019
1
@Tiramisu
For the past two weeks, I laid on the couch, reading, with my foot elevated and iced. Lost two pounds. When I feel unhappy, my appetite decreases.
I don't drink alcohol because it dehydrates me and gives me a headache.
Can you do something in place of hiking in the interim since you love being active? Like water aerobics or lifting weights?
demifeministgal
Level 8
May 8, 2019
1
I can lift weights for the upper body from a seated position. Also do abdominal exercises. With the machines: calf raises, calf crunches, one leg presses, etc.
I'll stay strong.
Don't worry honey y you will get better and I bet your bones won't be too frail
bobwjr
Level 10
May 8, 2019
1
Thanks for the vote of confidence.
Yesterday, the medical boot made painful red welts on my shin, ankle and top of my foot. Lovely.
Gingerly pulled on a thick hiking sock. Repositioned the hard plastic, putting padding between it and my skin. Much better.
Slept 10 hours last night. Think I'll mosey into the weight room.
LiterateHiker
Level 9
May 10, 2019
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