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Many of you know that I had surgery to fuse my ankle last December. Well, its been 4+ months of pain and swelling only to have the doctor tell me yesterday that the fusion was a failure and now we get to start all over again. Sometimes life really does suck...sigh.
Kelly.
That does suck. I've had a similar proceedure done on my ankle. The recovery is a bear even when it works. I can only imagine your frustration.
Oh whoa, not good news and I think I'd be looking for another orthopedic doctor. Like today. So very sorry Kelly.
Will keep you in our prayers.
Hugs,
LF
Dang, Kelly, that is some bad news. I was hoping to see some pics of you, Buzz and the kids out on your favorite spring creeks this summer. Your in our thoughts for a great outcome.
On a side note, it was nice to see you at the East Idaho Fly Tying and Fishing Expo in Idaho Falls. Watching you tie is always a treat and learning experience. It was also nice to meet your side kick, Buzz, in person.
REE
Sorry to hear that Kelly, I hope starting again works for you this time!
All the best.
Mike
My heart goes out to you Kelly. That really is some crumby news. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Dang I hate hearing that!! It's frustrating as blazes when one of your wheels is on the fritz. Especially when everything else works reasonably well. Where are those guys that rebuilt the $6M dollar man when you need them? Did your Doc tell you why the repair failed? What's the strategy now? GHAAAAaaaaaaahhhhhh!! I feel your frustration. I'm just 7 miles down the road, and if you need me for anything, just holler. I have a boat that we could use to drag some buggers behind if you're inclined. Probably doesn't beat whatever's second best, but at least it's fishing. Seriously, if you need a hand with anything, give me a shout.Quote:
Originally Posted by kglissmeyer
Awww KG that really sucks! I'm very sorry to hear that.
Hang in there though, it will get better and then just think of the points you'll have saved up by being such a good sport.
Rich
Boy that's tough. I saw my wife go through hip replacement and know how hard that rehab was but it was successful. I can't imagine waiting 4 months to find out you have to do it again. If you haven't done so, run a little recon on you surgeron and see if any negative comes up. You cannot afford not to have the best doctor available.
How are you fixed for reading material, I can send you some antique paperback that are buried somewhere here in the basement.
Kelly, Sorry to hear this. I hope they can get it right and get you back on the water. We will continue to pray for you. Jim
Sorry to hear of your setback. If I were closer to you I would come by with the boat and take you lake fishing.
Kelly,
Yikes! Hope everything goes well for you - my dad had his ankle fused after a mining accident! I have (some) idea as to what you are going through! All the best Kelly!
Best regards, Dave S.
It stinks being broken. Hope the 2nd round goes clean and without a hitch. Sorry to hear you'll miss out on time on the water.
My Best!
I was afraid that you didn't have good news, since we haven't been hearing much from your rehab. Keep your chin up and try the next thing, and keep us posted - we all care.
Thanks, everyone for the well wishes. This is really frustrating as well as a bit discouraging. As the old saying goes, "Time heals all wounds, and wounds all heels", and I guess this applies to me on both counts :D.
My surgeon appears to be top-notch, but I can say that I am a bit concerned. He has no history of problems. His nurse said this was only the second failure of this type surgery she had seen in the last eight years in his employ. The Dr. called yesterday and said it appeared I had contracted a low-grade infection (determined from the blood tests he just ran) which caused the reversal in my recovery about mid-way. Problem is now it looks like a possibility of three more surgeries! One to clean out the infection, one to take out the hardware (screws) from the original operation, and one more to install new hardware. Not looking too good for complete recovery any time soon, sigh...
Just have to keep on keepin' on...
Kelly.