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

**caseysmom** · 05-31-2009, 02:01 PM

Originally Posted by pomtzu

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** · 05-31-2009, 02:14 PM

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

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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** · 05-31-2009, 02:16 PM

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** · 06-05-2009, 10:58 PM

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** · 06-06-2009, 09:08 AM

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

**caseysmom** · 06-06-2009, 05:28 PM

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

**pomtzu** · 06-06-2009, 05:34 PM

Originally Posted by caseysmom

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!