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Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Ankle Update

So, Monday I got x-rays taken, to make sure I hadn’t done any serious damage. The answer turned out to be that as far as the x-rays are concerned, there’s nothing wrong.

However, I did, apparently, manage to break one of the titanium screws they put in to hold the plate.

The ortho doctor I spoke to said that although this is not common, it’s also not unusual, and tends to happen when there is a tiny amount of movement over time.

However, the broken screw is nowhere near the area I’m having swelling and discomfort. In fact, there is nothing in the x-ray to indicate why I would be having any issues. But at least I know there is no reason I shouldn’t continue my normal activities. And I also know that the break did heal completely, so that’s something else good.

In theory, I’m resting and relaxing this week. Except that resting for me, means I’ve been walking more slowly and avoiding hills. I don’t seem to be getting much in the way of fewer steps.

And here is a pretty picture for you, in case you were interested in seeing how my ankle looks on the inside, two years later.

The broken screw is the lowest one on the plate, closest to my ankle. The two long screws on the other side, are the ones that ache all the time, especially when the weather changes. But that’s been a constant since the surgery, and nothing I’m worried about.

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