In December I broke the head of my humerus--nice chip off that has been screwed back on and cracked the tiba plateau. Have just started walking with a hemi walker and PT doing passive lifting of my elbow--ouch times 100 (and my PT says I'm not a woose). I am allowed to let my arm dangle from my shoulder and shrug my shoulders. All I can think about is getting back in the pool and moving my arm around. So scared that I won't have a full recovery. Anyone ever experienced these injuries? I'm 60 and know healing and recovery take longer. Next Dr. appointment on 29, should I ask if I can get back in pool?
In December I broke the head of my humerus--nice chip off that has been screwed back on and cracked the tiba plateau. Have just started walking with a hemi walker and PT doing passive lifting of my elbow--ouch times 100 (and my PT says I'm not a woose). I am allowed to let my arm dangle from my shoulder and shrug my shoulders. All I can think about is getting back in the pool and moving my arm around. So scared that I won't have a full recovery. Anyone ever experienced these injuries? I'm 60 and know healing and recovery take longer. Next Dr. appointment on 29, should I ask if I can get back in pool?
Recovery can take longer at 60 - but you sound like you are a "fit" 60 so your recovery should be quicker than the usual "couch potato" these doctors work with. Do your PT and communicate with your doctor. I'm guessing you'll be back sooner than you think (though perhaps very gradually). I haven't ever injured myself like you but I have had a couple of medical experiences that took me out of the water for an extended period of time (one that threatened my ever being able to swim again). I know how you feel. Keep your chin up. :)
In December I broke the head of my humerus--nice chip off that has been screwed back on and cracked the tiba plateau. Have just started walking with a hemi walker and PT doing passive lifting of my elbow--ouch times 100 (and my PT says I'm not a woose). I am allowed to let my arm dangle from my shoulder and shrug my shoulders. All I can think about is getting back in the pool and moving my arm around. So scared that I won't have a full recovery. Anyone ever experienced these injuries? I'm 60 and know healing and recovery take longer. Next Dr. appointment on 29, should I ask if I can get back in pool?
Recovery can take longer at 60 - but you sound like you are a "fit" 60 so your recovery should be quicker than the usual "couch potato" these doctors work with. Do your PT and communicate with your doctor. I'm guessing you'll be back sooner than you think (though perhaps very gradually). I haven't ever injured myself like you but I have had a couple of medical experiences that took me out of the water for an extended period of time (one that threatened my ever being able to swim again). I know how you feel. Keep your chin up. :)
