Getting around with a broken ankle/leg
Posted: Aug 10th, '18, 03:09
I was packing up a tent campground this Sunday. Fortunately, most of the site was packed up before the incident. Unfortunately, I broke my tibia and fibula in a fall which also severed the ligament or tendon that held my leg to my foot and dislocated my ankle. I'm pretty much dependent on getting around on crutches and a wheelchair. Does anybody have some extra tips for getting around the house and elsewhere with the restraints to my mobility. So far stairs are my biggest weakness since I can't use crutches or a wheelchair on those.
Edit: I have mostly figured out the stairs issue at my home, but car rides are torture. This is really where I need the most advice. Currently I am using two yoga blocks under my knee to keep my foot suspended so I don't feel the bumps and vibrations of the car as badly. The only downside of this method is my leg starts to lose circulation after awhile. I might try folded up blankets under the knee next, but there isn't much room in that area of the car so any tips would be greatly appreciated.
Edit: I have mostly figured out the stairs issue at my home, but car rides are torture. This is really where I need the most advice. Currently I am using two yoga blocks under my knee to keep my foot suspended so I don't feel the bumps and vibrations of the car as badly. The only downside of this method is my leg starts to lose circulation after awhile. I might try folded up blankets under the knee next, but there isn't much room in that area of the car so any tips would be greatly appreciated.
In the car we didn't keep it elevated tho. He wore the boot and kept it down usually with something under it like a bag or small box or something so it wouldn't touch the floor.