AldenMiller Posted July 6, 2009 Report Share Posted July 6, 2009 Just an update on Jeff. He is in surgery today to repair his fractured tibia and fibula. They will be putting some screws and possibly a plate in his ankle. I am a nervous wreck, but I know he is in good hands. I just saw the surgeon and he looks fresh and confident. I told him to take good care of Jeff, and he said I can expect his best. Will post once everything is finished. Joyce Tell him to make sure and fix the Tibia good and strong. They told me the fibula just gives shape to the calf, no support. -Alden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerochic Posted July 6, 2009 Report Share Posted July 6, 2009 Just an update on Jeff. He is in surgery today to repair his fractured tibia and fibula. They will be putting some screws and possibly a plate in his ankle. I am a nervous wreck, but I know he is in good hands. I just saw the surgeon and he looks fresh and confident. I told him to take good care of Jeff, and he said I can expect his best. Whooo Boy! That's rough. I hope for his sake they don't have to put a plate in, but doctors are soooooooo slick about this stuff now. Focus on a positive outcome. He'll end up with a bionic leg by the time he's all healed! Best of luck to him today and hang in there, Joyce! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yrna Posted July 6, 2009 Report Share Posted July 6, 2009 I hope for his sake they don't have to put a plate in, but doctors are soooooooo slick about this stuff now. That is so true. If it's any comfort, I broke my wrist really badly last year and they had to put a plate in. I worried it would severely limit the movement and they didn't want to give me too optimistic of a prognosis, but I recovered extremely well. The stuff they can do these days is absolutely amazing - my wrist is pretty much as good as it ever was and it was horribly messed up. I was so worried at the time, but it worked out really well. So, stay positive! We're all keeping our fingers crossed for you guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Weider Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 How did it go? thinking about Ya Bro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlking Posted July 7, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Okay, here is the latest......... He got out of recovery and up to the room about 7 pm (EST). The did minimally invasive plating of the tibia that included 9 screws. He was in quite a bit of pain when he first got to the room, but very quickly went to la la land with the aid of a self administered pump. He should be able to go home tomorrow depending on his pain control tonight. Everything went well. He will be 12 weeks no weight bearing, but he will be in a cam boot after 2 weeks. We definitely hope to be well enough to be at SunFest. Thanks for all of your well wishes. Will keep you all posted. Joyce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerochic Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Wow, they're going to release him tomorrow if all goes well?! That's Amaaaaazing! Always sending the best wishes for a speedy recovery! My Ex had a similar injury a few years ago and while his heal time was quicker, he had the most horrific cast to deal with. I'm always impressed at medical advancements. Wowwww... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubrokeit Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Here's to a speedy recovery Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Hey you must get to SunFest. I know nothing about it, but this guy need an outing to distract him. I was crawling out of my tree, trying to do something outside while layed up. Jeff all the very best for your recovery. This includes the support crew. Mate just be nice when someone mentions the elastic exercise strap. How true is no pain no gain. I was in love with the dishy phisio at the hospital, but boy could she hurt me. Keep smilin' Chook Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yrna Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Good to hear he's getting out so soon! Best wishes and good luck with getting to the sunfest! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauranyyfan Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Hi Joyce- Thanks for the update. Glad to hear things went well (I knew they would!) I also know that Jeff will be up and around and as good as new in no time. All the best to you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AldenMiller Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Have Jeff bring his wheelchair to Sunfest, I'll let him borrow my Power Blast. We can set him up on Ocean Highway and he can be in Fenwick Island in no time! -Alden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beach Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Jeff anything, any place, you just let me know and I'm there......Ben :blue-cool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsking Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 just home from the hospital...a plate and 9 screws later. pain's coming and going, but the doc says the worst of it should be over. Thanks for all the well wishes, everyone. hope to see you in the air real soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook Posted October 8, 2009 Report Share Posted October 8, 2009 just home from the hospital...a plate and 9 screws later. pain's coming and going, but the doc says the worst of it should be over. Thanks for all the well wishes, everyone. hope to see you in the air real soon. Hey hope your on the mend. It does take a lot of time to get over these injuries eh??? You will now be able to listen to my local FM radio station here in Australia, with an aerial like that in your leg. Keep smilin' Chook Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsking Posted October 8, 2009 Report Share Posted October 8, 2009 Hey hope your on the mend. It does take a lot of time to get over these injuries eh??? You will now be able to listen to my local FM radio station here in Australia, with an aerial like that in your leg. Keep smilin' Chook Cheers, mate! Hoping to be in two shoes around the end of the month...finally! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cath Shook Posted October 9, 2009 Report Share Posted October 9, 2009 AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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