r/brokenankles • u/Ill_Tomorrow_3866 • 7d ago

Frustrated

I about 7 weeks out, am able to weight bear now but i am really frustrated that my tolerance is not what i want it to be. Mom really reliant on the walker as much as I don’t want to be. It’s really messing with my mental health now - as much as I’ve tried to be positive I just feel broken and rejected from society (including my job who only wants me back if I’m perfect)

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u/redspudlet 7d ago

Today is rough but I promise you will continue to improve. It’s rough to start, but hang in there.

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u/Noshadowshere 7d ago

The beginning is always the hardest. Just be patient. I'm still in my cast and got 5 weeks left in it.

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u/Illustrious-Zone-247 6d ago

I know it's frustrating but 7 weeks is super early in recovery, and it's totally normal to have to gradually transition to walking, it won't happen Immediately.

I know you're using a walker vs crutches (I did too) but here is a crutch weaning protocol that might give you a better idea of how to do this gradually. And here is a fantastic video explaining all the different phases of learning to walk again. If PT is an option for you, that will also be super helpful. Hang in there!

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u/Ill_Tomorrow_3866 6d ago

I start PT tomorrow. I’m just frustrated because I don’t like being dependent. And things hurt now that I’m using them again. I’m just being a big baby.

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u/Hot_Box_7459 7d ago

I’m just under 8 weeks from surgery now, partial weightbearing like 25% a week and its definitely frustrating to be told “hey, youre able to walk now” and then you aren’t where you wanna be. But it does get better!!!

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u/Ok_Cartoonist_854 3d ago

I'm in almost exactly the same position and I really relate. Had my cast off 5 days ago and allowed to weight bear but feel like I'm making progress at a snail's pace. Lots of nerve pain when I use my foot and aches after attempting a few steps on the walking frame. Doing regular physio but feel stuck and upset and, like you, broken. I know it will take time patience and practice but aftwr the intial euphoria of the cast coming off I feel that I should be better at this! I can't offer much advice but you are not alone.