13th November 2001
Hi... I'm new.. 43 years old and was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Arthritis after crushing my ankle 6 yrs ago. My prognosis is eventual ankle bone fusion.
I need to talk to someone who is going through the same thing regarding an ankle and/or who has had bone fusion already.
I wear an ankle brace and take Vioxx when I feel major pain. I try to avoid meds as often as possible because in the past while taking Relafen, it caused problems with my liver blood levels. I'll use a cane to get around if my ankle hurts to the point of being unable to walk.
I'm just wondering if there's anyone who has this same condition ... need to know what I have to look forward to regarding bone fusion... pain, lack of pain, mobility.. improved or not.. Anyone? Thanks!
[This message has been edited by just the mom (edited 11-13-2001).]
I need to talk to someone who is going through the same thing regarding an ankle and/or who has had bone fusion already.
I wear an ankle brace and take Vioxx when I feel major pain. I try to avoid meds as often as possible because in the past while taking Relafen, it caused problems with my liver blood levels. I'll use a cane to get around if my ankle hurts to the point of being unable to walk.
I'm just wondering if there's anyone who has this same condition ... need to know what I have to look forward to regarding bone fusion... pain, lack of pain, mobility.. improved or not.. Anyone? Thanks!
[This message has been edited by just the mom (edited 11-13-2001).]