santacruz skier
Angel Diva
It's @skibum4ever that was injured......
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Out for the season
- Thread starter skibum4ever
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echo_VT
Angel Diva
So sorry about this @skibum4ever — hope you heal quickly!
Knitjenious
Angel Diva
Oh no!!
Having broken my leg 9 years ago (not skiing, just slipping on the stairs) I wish you as comfortable and quick of recovery as possible. I totally recommend getting silicone pads for the tops of your crutches and a little crutch carrying bag for things like your phone. Stay on top of your pain meds in the early days -- no need to be a hero! I found that a bean bag chair was great for elevating my leg while sleeping-- keeps it from moving side to side. And time to binge watch all the shows you ever wanted to catch up on!!!
Virtual hugs to you. I remember how hard it was, both in the beginning and when you first start walking without crutches again and everyone thinks you're "normal" but you are really exhausted and still in pain. But know that you will keep getting better and stronger for much longer than you expect!
Having broken my leg 9 years ago (not skiing, just slipping on the stairs) I wish you as comfortable and quick of recovery as possible. I totally recommend getting silicone pads for the tops of your crutches and a little crutch carrying bag for things like your phone. Stay on top of your pain meds in the early days -- no need to be a hero! I found that a bean bag chair was great for elevating my leg while sleeping-- keeps it from moving side to side. And time to binge watch all the shows you ever wanted to catch up on!!!
Virtual hugs to you. I remember how hard it was, both in the beginning and when you first start walking without crutches again and everyone thinks you're "normal" but you are really exhausted and still in pain. But know that you will keep getting better and stronger for much longer than you expect!
skibum4ever
Angel Diva
A 6" plate with a plethora of screws for the tibia, and a rod for the fibula.
Oh, shoot. I had the right person in my head, from this and another forum. Sorry @SkiBam - and also @skibum4ever !
MaineSkiLady
Angel Diva
@skibum4ever - I am SO very sorry to read this!! 
Wishing you all the best in your recovery!!
Major (((hugs)))
Wishing you all the best in your recovery!!
Major (((hugs)))
NewEnglandSkier
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
Oh, no--sorry to hear! That's awful. Wishing you a speedy recovery!
BackCountryGirl
Angel Diva
@skibum4ever you sound so positive! Heal well.
Tennessee
Angel Diva
So sorry that happened @skibum4ever. I do hope that the Mammoth ski patrol handled you well. That’s quite a tricky accident to extricate! I am hoping you had a good experience with the rescue. Undoubtedly painful!
snoWYmonkey
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
So bummed for you and your season and the jacket hanging alone on the shelf. Please hang in there. On the days you feel blue, come here and vent a little. It is OK to go up and down. Darn it!
skibum4ever
Angel Diva
Thanks to all. I will continue to update my status in this thread.
I was released from Mammoth Hospital about 2 pm. We are now headed to Hoag which is our preferred orthopedic resource. The release planner in Mammoth worked a miracle and managed to get me a direct transfer to Hoag.
I will have a second surgery shortly. This is a complex repair and I hope and pray that I chose the right surgeon. He will repair my femur and probably give me a new knee. Eek! That means they have to remove the first artificial knee. I normally Google my procedures but had an anxiety attack thinking about this one. So I am putting my future in the surgeon's hand and doing a lot of praying.
Your thoughts and prayers will be most welcome.
I was released from Mammoth Hospital about 2 pm. We are now headed to Hoag which is our preferred orthopedic resource. The release planner in Mammoth worked a miracle and managed to get me a direct transfer to Hoag.
I will have a second surgery shortly. This is a complex repair and I hope and pray that I chose the right surgeon. He will repair my femur and probably give me a new knee. Eek! That means they have to remove the first artificial knee. I normally Google my procedures but had an anxiety attack thinking about this one. So I am putting my future in the surgeon's hand and doing a lot of praying.
Your thoughts and prayers will be most welcome.
santacruz skier
Angel Diva
Definite thoughts and prayers for you. I understand Hoag is a top notch hospital, one of the best in your area.
Please keep us posted. Good not to google everything. Have faith in your doctors.
Please keep us posted. Good not to google everything. Have faith in your doctors.
ski now work later
Angel Diva
Ugh, that's such a bummer. Your upbeat attitude will serve you well through what sounds like an ordeal of a winter and spring. This could happen to any of us, don't be too hard on yourself! Stay positive, we Divas are all thinking of you.
fgor
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
I'll be thinking of you and waiting for your next update! <3 Very good strategy to not google the surgery, it never makes anything better when it comes to this type of medical stuff haha. I'm really scared of surgeries. You're doing so well!
