I may have broken my foot update...I can walk again!

[caseysmom]

When I broke my wrist and was in a cast, I found that plastic bags taped over it so I could shower were such a pain and a hassle, that I went to a medical supply store to see what they had that could make my life easier.

I got a water tight sleeve that just slipped on and off, and it was a godsend. Just Google Seal-Tight Cast Protector and you'll find lots of places where you can purchase them. They have them for arms and legs, and in different lengths.

My husband looked all around for those, he went to a medical supply store and got one but its not very good. Walmart.com has a good one but I didn't want to wait for it.

Before the surgery we had a double trash bag, rubber band and duct tape method that worked well, its just now not being able to put any weight at all on the leg is what worries me but I got the lawn chair so I will give it a try today.

Thanks for the help.

[Edwina's Secretary]

When my husband had rotator cup surgery I showered with him every morning (at 4:30 am - trust me- it wasn't romantic! ).

I have also done the "bath with one leg hanging out." Just make sure your husband helps you into and out of the tub!

[caseysmom]

We tried the bath thing once it was pretty miserable because to hang my leg over my back had to be up against the spout. Getting of a tub with one leg hanging out is easier said than done too.

[caseysmom]

I got my knee walker, its great...much better than crutches...

I found a video of a lady with one on youtube its pretty funny....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDrS79B55ZI

[joycenalex]

did your doctor suggest more calcium supplementation during the next 3-4 months?

[caseysmom]

My doctor didn't but I have been wondering about that, my husband has some I think I will start taking it.

[pomtzu]

My doctor didn't but I have been wondering about that, my husband has some I think I will start taking it.

You probably should be taking it all the time - especially now that you've had a broken bone. If you don't mind me asking - how old are you? You can tell me it's none of my business if you want!

[caseysmom]

You probably should be taking it all the time - especially now that you've had a broken bone. If you don't mind me asking - how old are you? You can tell me it's none of my business if you want!

Its okay no problem, I am 48, not menopausel yet...sorry boys

[Catty1]

Re: the calcium - ask your doc and/or pharmacist about calcium-magnesium combos. Calcium all by itself is apparently not as well absorbed.

Vitamin D is supposed to be an essential additive as well.

Does this mean all the ice cream you want? SURE!!!

[caseysmom]

Re: the calcium - ask your doc and/or pharmacist about calcium-magnesium combos. Calcium all by itself is apparently not as well absorbed.

Vitamin D is supposed to be an essential additive as well.

Does this mean all the ice cream you want? SURE!!!

Thats my excuse for ice cream and I'm sticking to it!

[pomtzu]

Its okay no problem, I am 48, not menopausel yet...sorry boys

And that's why you should start now - before you get the crappy bones that will more than likely come with the Big M. I was about your age when I started with the breaks, and I've had more than my share.

2 toes
foot - 2 times
both wrists
hip
cervical and lumbar vertebrae

Not all at once of course.

Not fun at all. If you do decide to take the calcium, be sure you take the ones with Vitamin D added.

No charge for this consultation from Dr. Ellie.....
Of course you can get a 2nd opinion from your doc - but he'll probably advise the same.

[Moesha]

I went to the doctor earlier this week. He told me that he tells all women to take calcium with vitamin D. He said to build up those bones with all the calcium you can before the body starts losing it. He also told me that there is no reason for a nonsmoker that does not take steroids to get osteoporosis. So, this week I've started taking calcium with D. I'm 37. I also found out I have high cholesterol, but that is a topic for another thread.

[caseysmom]

This is all great advice thanks!

I really didn't break a bone though I wrenched the whole joint out of place and the cartlidge needs to rebuild so I am sure calcium will help with that, it can rebuild the stuff around it while the joint is screwed together.

[pomtzu]

I used to pooh-pooh the idea of taking calcium, feeling that I got enough in my diet. However I now have very severe osteoporosis and a history of numerous fractures because of the bone loss. I wish I had started on a preventive course earlier.
I guess that's why I tend to be preachy about taking calcium supplements, since I hate to see anyone needlessly go thru what I did. It's such an inexpensive and easy way to prevent a lot of future misery.

[caseysmom]

I go in tomorrow to hopefully get my cast off, please keep your fingers crossed for me that my foot has healed enough because I am indeed going nuts.

I believe I will get a walking boot and will need that for 3 weeks, I still can't drive but hubby is retired so he can drive me to work everyday, I have missed two months of work and need to get back.

I know I won't be able to come home and do four hours of housework but it would be nice the house needs it! Hubby does pretty good but its not the same you know what I mean