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Living with an ankle fusion and subtalar fusion--Any advice?

By March 30, 2010 - 9:51pm
 
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In January of 2009, I fell from a ladder and suffered a catastrophic open-bone fracture of my talus. Not only was the talus shattered, but I immediately developed a serious infection and subsequent deep wound. 9 surgeries, 8 months of IV antibiotics, 9 months on a VAC device, and 15 months of walking in a boot, later . . . I am now looking at life following a complete ankle and subtalar fusion (no part of my ankle moves--except my toes). I am overjoyed that my fusion surgery was successful and am looking forward to learning how to walk again! I was just given the go-ahead from my doctor to begin using MBT shoes and to start physical therapy. I am just wondering if others have walked this road before and have any advice or insight. Thanks so much. Anneh8sldrs (Anne hates ladders)

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Cary Cook BSN RN

Hi Anne-

I bet you do hate ladders! I have not been in your situation, but I have seen a few people go through it. You have gotten through the worst part of the recovery, so congrats! Talus fractures are notoriously slow to heal and awfully painful, as I'm sure you can attest.

Your enthusiasm tells me you are going to have a great recovery. The therapy will be difficult at times, but it will be nothing like what you've already been through. Congratulations on the recovery and keep that awesome attitude going. You are going to be great!

April 1, 2010 - 7:05am

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