williams Posted January 27, 2013 Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 Hey guys, I rode at our indoor spot the saturday a week ago. Landed on the foot pretty much like this guy did, the difference is that i landed on the foot first from 6-7 pallets. Ended up with a super sprained ankle, and from what I remember I torn or broke some ligaments, muscle attachments (correct word?) and something more.. pic of it here I can walk on it now, hurts a small bit though. I can't move the toes and can't move the foot itself much. I have a very bad balance on the foot. I want to know how long time it will take to heal up and I'm able to ride again? And also how I should build up some strength in it. The hospital told me to use crutches for around 3-4 weeks and that was pretty much the only info I got... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewEH1 Posted January 27, 2013 Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 Well you should be still on crutches for another two weeks if my calculations are correct. Just take it easy, there is no point in doing further damage, and listen to your doctor/nurse! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williams Posted January 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 How long time do you think it would take me to get back on the bike? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewEH1 Posted January 27, 2013 Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 How long time do you think it would take me to get back on the bike? No idea, but if you have torn some ligaments it's going to be a few weeks...maybe go see your doctor. Were you given a prescription of something? If you haven't been given anything some ibuprofen might help with any swelling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williams Posted January 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 No idea, but if you have torn some ligaments it's going to be a few weeks...maybe go see your doctor. Were you given a prescription of something? If you haven't been given anything some ibuprofen might help with any swelling. Ah time will tell then, I'll wait a bit with a doctor visit:) Nope nothing, and I don't mind having a swollen foot aslong as I doesn't hurt:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ooo Posted January 28, 2013 Report Share Posted January 28, 2013 (edited) they will have to wait for the swelling to go down to assess it, the best thing to do is not to think about riding but take it day by day focusing on getting your foot strong again. For now I would restrict motion as much as possible on it, and use lots of arnica to reduce swelling and ice packs too. Also look for a good physio or speak to someone who is a sports physio, the right information can save you a lot of time. Other than that just wait till they can assess it properly, if somethings badly damaged it may need an operation to be put back in place. Once its rested properly and everything is okay, you will just have to start doing a lot of exercises with a physio and possibly have circulation and scar tissue treatments (ultrasound and stuff). Also I'm sure there's a guy on here who is a physio...? Edited January 28, 2013 by ooo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williams Posted January 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2013 (edited) Okey, cheers man! much appreciated! I'll go to the doctor when the foot isn't as swollen then You mean "Showurcolours"? Edited January 28, 2013 by williams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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