I am 16 weeks post op from my TPF VI; I am walking unassisted, albeit not consistently, and not having much pain issues. My gait is affected by me not being able to fully extend my knee, I am about...

Hey Amanda...Tylenol didn't help me much either. Thankfully at my 13 week post op appointment my OS agreed I could take Aleve since my bones had technically healed. Next to Vicodin (which I covet...

Hi Amy! How's work going? I think we should all share the after pics along with the before. I just took one this weekend. My leg looks a bit pasty but it's not SO emaciated and the scars are...

Hi Matt!! So happy to see you back...even though you never wanted to return! Hang in there.

95 days post op from 2nd surgery. TPF VI plus 2 spiral fractures all thanks to my horse. I've been cleared for full weight bear, which scares me to death. I still use 2 crutches although I am...

Hi Amy! And everyone...:)

I am doing ok...better...I am really progressing with the PWB in PT. He's got me using one crutch during our sessions and really focusing on my extention, moreso than...

3 month follow up today....cleared for PWB on two crutches....went directly to PT and nearly had an emotional breakdown as my PT put one crutch on the opposite side of the room and told me to go get...

Hi Amy
My 3 month follow up is tomorrow. Im nervous about the PWB that I hope will be cleared tomorrow. Any advice for my first few steps and what to look for? Good and bad? Any advice?

soccergirl:
believe it or not things have gotten a bit better since that dark post back in January. My steri strips finally came off with some Emu oil. My OS told me not to wait too long as the...

I have been non weight bearing for 11 weeks now and I've slipped 3 times and as a natural response, I've put my bad foot down. Once I was in a Vicodin fog in the middle of the night and I panicked....

8.5 Post Op; Type VI TPF; 2 plates and 12 screws....update to those who care.. :)

Started PT finally last week. My initial measurements were 48 flex, 12 extension thanks to 2.5 weeks in an ex...

7.5 weeks post op. Had my first PT appointment this week. Measured 50 degrees flexion, 12 degrees extension. Got a long way to go. But at least I have an offical starting point and finally...

7 week post op appointment today. Bones looking good and cleared for PT!! First appointment is tonight at 7pm and now I'm nervous!! Brace has been unlocked to 0 to 90 but no where near getting that...

so I have my 7 week post op appointment wednesday next week for my type VI TPF. I am hoping to be cleared for PT. this injury def. tests ones patience. yesterday was a tough pain day and i just...

That is awesome to hear! Esp with such a type VI. You've just given me more hope with my type VI. Thank you for the update!

This entire thread has been a god send for me during my recovery. I read it from the beginning. Everyone has such positive and helpful things to say. Get educated on this injury so you can be...

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maybe that will be quicker. thanks for the reply!

5.5 weeks post op from my type VI TPF. Returning to the OS next Wednesday to have more xrays. I returned to work on crutches last week, just part time desk work 4 hours per day. I am exhausted and...

oh and i got clearence to return to work part time and to drive...if only I can get my leg to bend to get in the car....

Amy..I seem to have nearly the exact same injury as you...type VI fracture and two spiral fractures. I had an ex fix for 2.5 weeks and then 2 plates and 12 screws. please offer some advice on your...

updates from my 4 week post op appointment yesterday. xrays show my bones are healing, which my OS was happy about. he set my brace to 60, from 30 and really got on me about working my ankle which...

amy...i have almost your exact injury. type VI with TWO spiral fractures. My accident was on 12/10. I had an ex fix in for 2.5 weeks and then 2 plates and 12 screws. Part of my tibia plat. is in...

thanks hev and 97r82...I've read this entire thread and everyone's various stories and injuries and recoveries and from that I try to maintain my motivation. this injury has been life altering to...

moonstruck..
I too just recently (12.10.11) fractured my tibia into 12 pieces after jumping from my horse...Not nearly as bad as your accident...my horse reared and I lost both my stirups and...