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Light At End Of The Tunnel

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jessica71699
jessica71699

I had a trimalleolar fracture 2/14/2019. Months of discomfort, going for pt which is a must, started back to gym/spin Jan. 2020. I always knew that I would have metal removed. Had that done on 3/02/2020. Today 3/10/2020 had surgical staples removed and life is good. I am in a boot and will start pt for 8 weeks next week. I already know this was an excellent move and I'm happy I did not wait to have the plate and screws removed. My bone has healed perfectly as seen in x-rays at the doctor's office. The stiffness I experienced even after a year was from the metal in ankle. Right now I am feeling no stiffness and hope it continues. I am so grateful to be feeling this well.

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  • Lisa444
    Lisa444 jessica71699

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    I'm very happy for you. It's been a long haul for you. We humans take so much for granted until we don't have it. Continued well wishes for complete recovery.

  • Ankle-a-saurus
    Ankle-a-saurus jessica71699

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    congrats! I hope you are up and about soon! It's been 5 1/2 months for me and I am still struggling with pain. I know if things don't improve I will definitely be considering getting as much hardware out as I can. Keep us updated on how you do. We need some success stories! I'm so happy for you!!

    • jessica71699
      jessica71699 Ankle-a-saurus

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      I was still a mess 6 months out. It takes time don't give up. I was told a year and that is pretty accurate. I will give updates. Getting surgical staples out today was a huge relief.

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