lifeguard ate it

Hi Matt,

How are you doing on your re-ruptured repaired achilles? I fear I re-ruptured mine at 2 weeks post op in a fall.

Really tough to swallow.

Hi all, I was just wondering what the chances or re rupturing if you have the cam boot on?

I’m 2 weeks post op and slipped and fell with crutches on and put some weight on my injured leg? I had the cam boot on at the time. My foot had some pain for a few mins, but there’s no pain anymore. Thx so much for your insight.

C’mon Matt,

We can make it! All the waves of 2009 are waiting for us!!! Keep on recovering.

I’m sure you’ll be walking around today in the boot. It’s like awaiting Christmas, huh, waiting for the appointment. Have fun hobbling in the boot. It’s better than those crutches! Be careful. You should have told your friend that “nope…I’m only like this when I’m disabled and needing assistance from others, usually I’m a _________.”

Good luck at the appt. Get some weight on that boot and that leg. The waves will still be there in a few months.

Steve

tennisjunkie, Winter lifeguarding is a reduced staff, lots of training and planning. I do a few days a week and work as a waiter—another achilles sensitive job.
Yesterday was 7 weeks, with a doc appt later today, so I am hoping for clearance to swim. The thought of a pool is heaven.
Matt

What do your “wheelchair workouts” consist of? I just borrowed a wheelchair and I’d like to stay in shape.

Great progress, and the walking in the boot will be a welcome change I am sure. You must be very tired of this — but hang in there, and be careful!

Are you a lifeguard year round? I guess you are not diving into the ocean much these days.

I was able to swim just after 6 weeks…it was great. I still wore my boot to the pool, and took it on and off just before and after I entered the pool. Maybe you will get to swim soon.

best of luck….be careful out there

Makes me feel very humble, I have known people in wheelchairs for life and they just get on with it.

I’m now down to one crutch and so thankful I can at least get around unaided now.

Good luck
Annie

Good progress with the second surgery - you sound very patient, and that is good.

It is hard to get too sorry for oneself when there are others who won’t get up and walk someday. Keeps it in perspective, doesn’t it?

Congrats on your outlook.

Hi Matt -

Just read that you had re-ruptured - one of several we’ve had here. Sounds like your body does seem to recovery well, just wasn’t quite ready for whatever you did that day.

I’m somewhat making my own protocol - doc wanted me in a cast for 3 months; I wanted a boot (not to walk on but for baths, ROM exercises along the way, letting it air out when laying down, etc). Anyway, he put me in the boot but I’m pretty much doing my own thing until my next appointment in 4 wks.

These re-rupture stories remind me to not push myself, despite how good it feels. So, I’m still PWB (as I was in the last cast), with 2 crutches if I go any distance or out of the house, 1 around home or the office.

Your being in shape has to help with mobility (crutches and even using the wheelchair) although it is probably harder for you to be slowed so much. Maybe think of it as a time to learn more - you’ll have all this down time to read up on your favorites topics!

Hope things continue to heal quickly and smoothly for you.

Did you get a physician’s order for the wheelchair? I am looking into getting one as well. Any advice? My surgery is today at 4:00 p.m.

Hi, Matt. I just got back from my one month post-op appointment and discovered that my doctor doesn’t really have a protocol for my re-rupture. He said I could begin PWB but I said I’d rather wait until Week 6…he said, that might be better. Basically, he said he doesn’t have much (or any) experience with re-ruptures and is not certain the best method of rehab. I guess I’m steering this boat.

If you have a chance, I’d love to know what rehab your doctor is planning (time to PWB, FWB, PT, etc.). In any case, best wishes for your appointment. Hope everything is a-okay.

Btw, my girlfriend seems to dig my five inch scar. Although I think she preferred the two inch one from the first rupture.

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NOOOOOOOooooo!

So sorry to hear this. As others said, thanks for sharing - it helps to keep me from getting too bold. Hope you heal safely and solidly.

Ugh! So sorry to hear this! Hang in there. We are all pulling for you! Good luck.

Matt,
I am sorry about the re-rupture, but I am glad that you have a positive attitude.. I hope the surgery went well, and take it easy for the next few days. Please keep us posted on your progress. We are all pulling for ya here.

Matt,

Really feel for you, sorry to hear I also had to walk away from the screen, . Once again sorry to hear, thanks for sharing your story dude.

Dale

Ok, I’m not leaving my bed for another month! Scary stuff, hang in there and let us know how things go.

That really blows. Sorry to hear that..seems unfair that you have to go through this ordeal twice…nothing you wont come back from. Hang in there man.

I am glad that you and others tell about this shock of rerupture. If we aren’t sufficiently warned, I think many of us here, esp. the formerly sporty and go-go-go types, will try to “get up and walk” as Jesus said. My own ortho has put me in a walking cast only 2.5 weeks post-op. I was so shocked! Yet I do limp around the house and try to stay home mostly, no work, no shopping, no unnecessary nothing. Lots of reading, chatting, computer, writing…

Yes, warn us! Make us take this superseriously, not boast how much exercise we’re getting! A fast therapy seems to be unwise!

oh no poor you.. i fell also today came out of plaster yesterday. i have partially torn mine not complete re-rupture. Have been put back in plaster for 2 weeks and pointed down will see how it heals from there. Its gutting just as you think the worst is over, u get one more kick in the teeth.
Although a bit late i have learnt the hard way like you water and crutches are a BIG NO NO!!
So depressing knowing what lies ahead AGAIN. hope your surgery goes well take care and i am thinking of you.

dude. I actually had to get up and limp away from my computer after reading this. Hang in there. My prayers are with you.

damacar

Matt,

I just had an awful shudder reading your post…my complete sympathies. Truly sorry to hear this news…I know exactly what you are going through. Aside from the frustration, it seems a little easier the second time around. Best wishes on a successful surgery today.

If you want any advice or to commiserate, feel free to drop me a line.

Matt68,

What a *&%$ing &^%#$. Or something. We’ll be thinking of you here, and you seem to have a lot of company these days. All these cautionary tales reminding the rest of us to take it easy—no matter how much “easy” sucks!

Hate that this happened to you, but you seem to have the right attitude. I’m going to give my standard advice and suggest you do a couple shots…while on the couch and elevated, of course. A little V-squared (Vicodon and Vodka) never hurt anyone…

Just when you think it’s safe to go in the water !!! ……

What is wrong with us so many re-ruptures, I am so so so sorry for you and wish you well.

Waiting news from dancer this afternoon, really do hope she is OK.

Annie

oh man im sorry to hear about your misfortune. stay away from boats and anything that doesn’t resemble stationary, smooth flat surfaces keep us updated.

Really sorry to hear that..I hope u a speedy recovery…

Man , this re rapture thing is catching up in percentages .its not 1-2% anymore .
be careful out there guys ………

Dude………that sucks! WTF? Anyway, you seem to have the right attitude. Good luck with this surgery. At least you know what to expect.
Everybody, be careful! Once that boot is off, you’re at risk….at least in the beginning. Make sure you walk around like you have a thorn or something in your heel and if you walk too haphazardly, it’ll dig in.
Wow is right. Hang in there.

Welcome to the club, Matt.

I was reading your post and it was weird because my therapist just yelled at me for doing too much at the beach yesterday. I was all swollen and stiff when I got in there today. She said the leg/foot muscles work 2 to 3 times harder when in sand. Im not stopping going to the beach, but I might cut back on the horseshoes and the swimming…nahhhh, probably not.

Good luck!

hi matt,
glad you found this site and are progressing well. that’ll teach you to race 19 yrs olds! LOL
hope your recovery is smooth and you can get back to doing what you love soon.
offdibb

Morning from England Matt,

From what I have just read you seem to be progressing very fast, please don’t push yourself too far we have had a few re-ruptures on this site.

Hope you are back on beach duty as soon as possible.

I have a dramatic change of attitude towards people in wheelchairs, I was always considerate but I think I would now be even more considerate and perhaps approach them more directly, I found when I was out in the wheelchair if my husband was pushing me he got those, poor man looks and glanced at me as if I was stupid!!

Anyway, good luck with your progress.
Annie

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