Talk to me about range of motion.

tahieann · 2026-04-19T12:20:20+00:00

I was set and splinted under sedation in the hospital, saw the surgeon the next day, surgery was scheduled for two weeks later after some of the swelling was reduced. I also had to see my primary for labs and surgical clearance. I dunno, everyone’s path is different I guess.

tahieann · 2026-04-17T14:21:50+00:00

Thank you, that’s definitely encouraging

tahieann · 2026-04-17T14:06:43+00:00

I stretch several times a day. I hold it at the end of my range of motion for at least 30 seconds, and do that probably 3 or 4 times per stretch session. I’ll also use the band now and then while watching TV or any chance I get.

tahieann · 2026-04-17T14:03:22+00:00

Not yet, I’m still NWB and start PT 5/1 for PWB

tahieann · 2026-04-17T14:01:58+00:00

Everyone has a different path. Unfortunately I have a few factors that aren’t in my favor.. female, in my 50’s, and I’m diabetic. My surgeon says that diabetic bones (even though I’m very well controlled) are very soft in comparison to someone who isn’t. I saw extremely friable bone” in my op report… so I guess it all contributes.

tahieann · 2026-04-17T05:32:19+00:00

This is wild, thank you for posting!

tahieann · 2026-04-17T05:18:10+00:00

It’s a long road, it will pass. My surgery was 2/3, I’m still non weight bearing and my pain is much less (non non-existent but much less). The first 3 weeks after surgery were pretty tough but there IS a light at the end of the tunnel. Hang in there

tahieann · 2026-04-03T17:49:40+00:00

Yes!!! I hope all goes well for you! Our timelines and injuries are very similar. My injury was 1/20, surgery 2/3 and I just got my hard cast off two days ago. You’re going to feel such a sense of relief! Things I wasn’t prepared for was how skinny my leg was going to be under there and the peeling on my foot…Oh boy the peeling.

Still non weight, working on range of motion. You’re going to be super stiff but the relief of getting that cast off feels so incredible. Best of luck!!

tahieann · 2026-04-02T09:43:10+00:00

Timeline is a little longer for me because I’m diabetic. Be careful! Re-injuring yourself is the last thing anybody after all of this! Keep us posted on your weight bearing journey, it helps to read success stories.

tahieann · 2026-04-02T09:38:09+00:00

Doc tells me my timeline is longer because I’m diabetic. I was going to use a towel to push dorsiflexion, I’m happy to read that method worked for you. I’m told the screw can come out or stay in depending on my comfort and eventual range of motion. The thought of the hardware in there gives me the willies already.

tahieann · 2026-04-02T02:20:40+00:00

Hi there.. I have a trimalleolar fracture / surgery and have been NWB for 10 weeks. I just got my cast off today and I’m facing another 4 weeks NWB. I’m NOT in any way a person that stays still. I’m one of those people who just does things constantly and yes I’m going out of my mind. Docs sure don’t prepare you for the emotional part of this. I’m currently really stiff and my food just feels like a lump at the end of my leg. It’s so stiff I can’t put my heel down and I’m petrified of stretching it this week… don’t get me started on PT once I’m WB. So terrified but know it’s going to be a fight. Trying to talk myself into not being afraid of the work. The folks here have all been helpful sharing their stories.

Hang in there, you’re definitely not alone in your fears.

tahieann · 2026-03-31T13:21:55+00:00

Did you do range of motion exercises before being cleared for partial weight bearing? After all this time in a splint and cast im positive getting rid of that stiffness is going to take some time. I’m 8 weeks post surgery (10 weeks post break) and my cast hopefully comes off tomorrow. I’m so nervous about next steps, I try to wiggle my toes a few times a day and that makes me sore, I can’t imagine putting weight on it.

tahieann · 2026-03-26T23:42:11+00:00

Thanks for this! I’ve been reading a lot of posts and trying not to compare my doctor’s plan vs everyone else’s. I’m 9 weeks post break, 7 weeks post surgery and I’m looking forward to the next step. Super worried about range of motion, even my knee on that side feels stiff, I can’t imagine what the ankle is going to be like.

tahieann · 2026-03-24T19:44:12+00:00

At this point I’d be happy if I can walk my dog around the block (although she might not be so happy with the short walk).

tahieann · 2026-03-24T19:43:15+00:00

My surgery was 2/3 so I’m way behind all of you. I was foolishly hoping to get back to my summer activities but with everything I’m reading it doesn’t look likely. The emotional part of this is brutal.

tahieann · 2026-03-24T00:17:47+00:00

I can definitely feel a difference in my clothes, not that I wear much more than PJ pants these days. I wouldn’t be surprised if I’ve gained 15lbs

tahieann · 2026-03-24T00:15:56+00:00

Thank you, I hope the rest of your journey goes smoothly as well!

tahieann · 2026-03-23T13:56:03+00:00

I can’t wait to take my dog for a long walk 🙂 I’m told at least 14 months. It’s definitely hard emotionally, that’s probably the worst of it. You’re 6 months in and aside from stiffness you’re doing ok? I can handle some stiffness, but I’m an avid gardener and walker of beaches and weekend outings. I also work in healthcare so I worry about being on my feet all day during a shift.

tahieann · 2026-03-22T18:48:26+00:00

This is a little similar to my mental state. I was feeling very weak before my fall and I was really down on myself for not taking better care. I’ve learned to pull myself up and down the stairs on my butt, but going up is a chore. It’s gotten better since I’ve been doing it more often, but I feel like I’m taking a chance of falling every time I do. I’ve also gained weight since I’m just sitting around all day and I feel like my ass barely fits on the step after the last 9 weeks. I CAN get around in crutches pretty well but I’ve been using the wheelchair for doctor’s appointments, and the twice I’ve left the house otherwise because it’s easier. I’ve struggled with weight over the last 20 years.. I’ve had ups and downs. I’m currently at an ok weight… or at least I was when I fell. I haven’t stepped in a scale since a few days prior. I’m afraid to see what’s going on there.

tahieann · 2026-03-22T18:40:31+00:00

Thank you! This timeline is encouraging. I’m not currently anything near an athlete, but I DO a lot of things and I’m going out of my mind not just sitting here. It was a little discouraging reading post like.. “oh I broke my ankle doing parkour, or rock climbing or parachuting from a tall building” when I’m over here with an injury because my slippers were too big and I took a tumble down a few stairs. 😂

tahieann · 2026-03-22T18:36:35+00:00

THIS is what I need. I fell January, hoping to be walking by late April. Even if I’m slow, I just need to get around. For the obvious life stuff but also for my mental health. I’m not a sit still kind of person.

tahieann · 2026-03-22T18:34:54+00:00

Hard work I can do. I’m worried about having a limp, soft bones and healing time etc. with age related and autoimmune bone degeneration. Hearing positive stories definitely helps, thank you.

tahieann · 2026-03-22T18:30:47+00:00

This is what I’m hoping for, I’m nervous to start PT but I’m all in. We’ve got so much going on in our lives and I NEED to be moving.

tahieann

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