60 Days Post Op - FWB and then some…
Has been 60 days since second surgery…have been out of the cast and in two shoes since Christmas. Every day getting better - although at the end of most days must deal with general pain, discomfort and lots of swelling.
Rehab is 2x per week - following exercise routine religously - to get the muscles in the foot stronger. Was in a cast for a total of 14 weeks - due to immediate re-rupture - so range of motion was limited and lots of muscle loss. Did experience a some “sharp” pains in general area of tendon last night - immediately applied ice and elevated, woke up this morning with no pain or discomfort.
Tough part is being patient! Bring on the recovery!
Ouch and reouch! You are already a model of patience. I too am unhappy with the cycle of increased pain, discomfort, and swelling as the day wears on. Makes me want to get out of bed every two hours, because that’s when it feels better. And I know the rehab is key, but I must confess that it only exacerbates the pain, etc. etc. later in the day. Keep up the good work.
I understand it is frustrating to watch the wasted muscles but if it has been only 2 months since the second surgery, that is not long. If your tendon protests against the exercise - listen to it and take it easy. I was kept in the boot up to the 11th week after the surgery. If you have pain work more on the motion and stretch exercises not so much on the strength yet.
I do not want to monger fear but have heard of someone rupturing it 4 times in a row…
4 times in a row? WOW!!! Enough said.