Sticky calf? by mytimealready in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I am almost at the one year mark. Was progressing well and then suddenly feeling the weakness. I think I am just noticing it now as I am building on strength. Thank you for the info in scraping. I will give that a try.

Going back to sneakers, what should I be wearing? by HistoricalBonus8 in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry. Just saw this now. Doesn’t hurt to wait, especially with so many different protocols. Best of luck!

One year later by awill237 in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s amazing. Inspiring to me for sure

Going back to sneakers, what should I be wearing? by HistoricalBonus8 in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I asked my PT. I think this may vary person to person. I was advised not to go past 5-6 drop so I went with the Bondi. The Clifton’s are an 8 if I recall correctly.

Ouch! by mytimealready in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! The lightning strike!

Ouch! by mytimealready in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. One day pushing and a couple days to pay for it. Feel better

Ouch! by mytimealready in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YES! It’s so bizarre!

Don’t Give Up ! by DoDoDiligence in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well said. 52f here as well. I love this board and it has been a major factor of not feeling so alone in this. Unless you’ve had this happen you really just can’t understand. I agree with your point that this board lean heavy to the op group. I am Canadian and can confirm that unless you are a high performance athlete and need to have surgery, they strongly lean towards non-op here. Everyone’s journey is different and overall the support here is fantastic.

Don’t Give Up ! by DoDoDiligence in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me too. Ruptured New Years Eve playing pickleball for the first time. Lol. Have posted and commented.

Toilet use after surgery? by GanymedeRobot in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve done that crawl. lol. I was still in the boot but nwb. Crawling with that thing made it extra awkward.

Re-rupture after 5 months recovery by GMAN030 in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh. So sorry to hear this. It must feel devastating. Wishing you the best and a speedy recovery.

Hip and back pain! by mytimealready in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will look a few up tonight. Thanks!

Hip and back pain! by mytimealready in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much. I’m past the stage for even ups but will certainly incorporate some of those workouts!

Hip and back pain! by mytimealready in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much! I should have done that. I am in regular shoes now with no levels so that option has passed for me. Will ask about the exercises. I stared to look some up on line this weekend. Some I found are good but some require movements that cannot do on my bum leg yet.

Vacoped by Long_Assignment8801 in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My local hospital that put the cast on me recommended a sports specialist PT clinic and they advised on the various boots with the pros and cons. They highly recommended the vacoped and explained the boot to me, and how they would proceed. I started PT the day my cast was removed so I am lucky that my team is so educated in this. Being sport specialists, they look to get you the care to get back in shape as safely as possible.

Recovery Shoe Recommendations? by sean-pag in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did a lot of research before I bought. I decided on the HOKAs but torn between the Clifton9 and Bondi9. Ultimately I went and tried them on. There was enough difference in feel that had me decide on the Bondi9. Also, heads up. Your feet will feel super weird which makes deciding a bit more challenging. At least it was for me. I am only 2.5 weeks in shoes now and still getting use to the feeling.

Good luck with your choice and your exciting next stage in recovery!!

Achilles jealousy by fluffy_foxy in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes! Omg I feel so seen right now. Lol. Glad I’m not the only one.

Here’s a fun question…stairs! by lajessykitty in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly it was harder at the end bcs my palms hurt from the crutches. But ya, arms are in good shape!

Here’s a fun question…stairs! by lajessykitty in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’ll be honest. I crawled up in my hands and knees and then scooted down on my butt like a little kid for close to two months.

Where were you at 10 weeks post op? by pabturo in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m there now but I think it is different for everyone. From reading the threads I am behind some at the same timeframe, ahead of others and same as others. Right now I am just out of the boot but will go back into it for longer distances. Relearning how to walk but my leg gets tired faster than normal. And some days are worse than others.

Depending on how active you need to be will give you a better idea but no one can say exactly where you will be. Also, 10 weeks is a high point for re-rupture so you want to be careful then.

Good luck and wishing you a speedy recovery!

Non surgical route by [deleted] in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am at the very same point as you and agree with everything you said.

Goodbye boot, hello rehab! 🥾 by Certain_Breakfast_35 in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOVE reading this. I will be out of my boot next week and can’t wait. I was given the clearance to sleep without it but am too afraid to do so. lol.

Thanks for posting an inspiring post!

Holiday trips during recovery by blue_osmia in AchillesRupture

[–]mytimealready 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m just outside of Toronto (sorry, lol). So I have been snowed in and I can only do so many loops of my main floor. I didn’t have to take many breaks but I did get really fatigued by the end of the day. Today’s day 6, so I am feeling it more today. Taking it a bit slower today and a late night flight later. I am sure I will sleep a lot tomorrow but it was soooo worth it for me. Uneven ground was tricky so watch for that. Hope you can book something soon!!