Turns out, I DO have a stress fracture.
Big fat bummer.
My regular doctor did x-rays a couple weeks ago and no breaks showed up. But my foot still hurt, and seemed to be getting worse. So I asked, “if it’s not a stress fracture, then what is it?” So off to an Orthopedic specialist I went. She ordered an MRI. Lo and behold…there is a stress fracture that the x-ray missed.
So now, I am wearing this ever-so-fashionable walking cast thing-a-ma-bob. I think I will go to the craft store and find some pink glitter puffy paints so I can fancy it up a bit. I hate that it’s so drab.
But you know what I hate worse than the drabness?
I hate that I can’t go on training walks for my 3 Day!
And that sucks. Eggs. Big fat rotten stinky eggs.
But I will not let this deter me from my mission. I will Keep Going®!
My ortho doctor told me that she has seen stress fractures take many months (up to a year) to completely heal. I have 8 weeks until the San Diego Susan G. Komen 3 Day for the Cure. I will wear my (soon to be) pink glittered boot around the clock (unfortunately, it’s my right foot so I have to remove it to drive). And I am now on a mission to find a stationary bike so that I can still exercise without putting any stress on my foot bone. I hope that by riding the bike, I can still lose some weight, increase my endurance and overall health so that I will still be able to walk come November.
What do you think?
Totally doable.
Just tell me that it is.
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You rock that boot, sister!
I’m really sorry! I know how painful those can be and how long it takes to heal. Good for you for sticking with it and working hard to meet your goal! I’m super proud of you Rhea! Hang in there, friend!
Thanks, Gini! I’m just so upset. This is why fat people stay fat, because when they start walking their feet break!
Yes, you can do it! Just ask @the3wrights….so sorry you are both in boots
oh no! Is she sporting this fashionable footwear, too? That just stinks.
Pink glittery flowers are definitely in order for that boot! Get some iron on patches and paint swirlies around them!
What about water aerobics for training without stressing the foot?
PERFECT! I wonder if iron on patches will work on this fabric….?
I hope you heal quickly!!! I know how important it is to train. (If for some reason your doc won’t clear you, I do know a blogger that is doing that walk…)
Who? I wonder if I’m friends with her already.
http://www.facebook.com/alicia.rockmore?ref=ts Alicia Rockmore from http://getbuttonedup.com
Duuuuuuuuuuuude. You’re allowed to wear socks under yours? I couldn’t and my foot stunk.
I think now, while you’re resting your foot, you’ll have more time for moi. Plus? Alejandro and the broken bone should chill. You have enough going on!
At least I can sit around doing nothing since i have a broken foot and all.
OMG that totally sucks Rhea! I sure hope it heals fast and you can get back to your training!
I am so sorry you have a stress fracture. The boot can come in handy if you need to kick someone though. I hope it heals fast and you can go on the walk. Good luck!
Aww I’m so sorry Rhea. Prayers for quick healing.
Awwwww! This stinks! I had to wear one of those a few months back for a pulled ligament and it is the pits. Thank god for the anti-inflammatories and the Vicodin… I hope you heal fast and get back on track for the walk. Rest when you can!
I hope it heals fast. I was in one for over 6 months last year. After the first few weeks I decided that the boot and the little bone chip in a nerve weren’t going to keep me down. I came to depend on the boot because I tried to keep going as nothing was wrong. It took over 9 months to find a pair of shoes that would support my foot and help it feel just as comfortable as the boot did.
SIX MONTHS?! oy…
I have this same boot!!! I bought the smaller one to travel because this thing is HUGE, isn’t it? I am so sorry but glad that they found it out.
Sonnofabiscuit
*hugs*
Rhea, leave it to you to make such a fashion statement! I hope you’re on the mend soon and can make it on your walk as planned.
That’s me…miss fashionista! LOL
No lying,
I hope your stress fracture heals in time.
Some flashy sparkly pink will make that boot pick up the pace. You go girl!
Crimineycrickets! Rhea, you were not suppose to be out kicking butt in reality! Ouchies!
I would not do any jumping or hopping for sure. water therapy sounds good. Get some of the puffy paint for crafts and if iron ons don’t stick get some spray glue, they have spray glitter too! Take it easy sista! ~healing hugs~
Rhea,
I’m so sorry…just got caught up in google reader and I saw this! I’m so sorry but you’re right, you just Keep Going! You have the right attitude and I’m cheering you on from Florida!