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Tips for the Ladies w/TSF on their leg(s).
Posted by Gracie |
Last Reply October 21, 2007
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Started October 15, 2007 at 05:06 |
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FYI--I have a tSF on my lower right leg. I should start out saying I hate my leg hair--please, no offense to those that have leg hair--it is my own that makes me crawl. Anyway, shaving w/a TSF is tricky to say the least. What has made a huge difference is the little Personal Touch Wand--the mini shaver for eyebrows, nose & ear hair. I am able to get real close to the pin sites to remove the hair that a normal razor can't. Initially and especially after surgeries (I am up to my 8th w/at least 2 more to go) wearing undies w/sides that tie are really helpful! I cut a couple of string bikini type undies and added binding tape w/a few stitches to keep it secure and just tied them on. I only fixed one side but may switch the other side to a tie as well for ease of use. Not to mention my partner in crime thinks they are fun. I have also found that wearing skirts and dresses makes life easier! My Gaucho's have also been a life savor! I only wish I could find the wide legged ones ... read more |
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orthofix
Posted by Christina |
Last Reply October 21, 2007
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Started October 17, 2007 at 22:15 |
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Hey- has anyone had an orthofix staightbar femur fixator yet? i am scheduled to have one put on to lengthen it 3.5 inches due to a growth plate injury, and as a girl, i was wondering about clothing modifications and any other helpful tidbits. Also, how long typically are you on heavy pain medications for and is the pain really as excrutiating as some make it seem? Thanks Christina |
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Fixators
Posted by Margaret |
Last Reply October 21, 2007
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Started October 20, 2007 at 14:35 |
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I just had a left tibial TSF put on post MVA. Does anyone have any helpful hints on how to make it through the next five months? I have been wearing the frame for 3 1/2 weeks and have about 20 more weeks to go. Thanks, Margaret |
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soon to be free
Posted by dave chapman |
Last Reply October 19, 2007
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Started October 19, 2007 at 22:30 |
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hi just popped to let u know i should be de framed in november if all goes well |
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cost????
Posted by Dimpy |
Last Reply October 18, 2007
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Started October 17, 2007 at 18:58 |
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I have bow legs and recently I found out that they can be straightened in India too. I was very excited about the fact that I can too have straight legs and wear shorts and swimming costume without hesitation, unless I found out that it cost almost $12000usd. My can not manage to collect more $3000usd. Is it possible to have a surgery done at this cost? In India $12000usd is not a small amount. Having straight legs will remain my dream only? |
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Taylor Spatial Frame and Orthofix
Posted by Anonymous |
Last Reply October 16, 2007
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Started October 14, 2007 at 21:14 |
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I just found out i am going to have to have a taylor spatial frame on both tibias and a monolateral orhofix external fixator on both femurs. my surgeon plans to do one leg at a time and it will take four surgeries including the removal procedures. i am very worried about pin site care and scars. Are the scars really noticeable and dented? if anyone has encouraging information regarding the wearing of these devices, please relpy. my first round isn't until next summer and i will only have to wear the fixators for 3 months each. Thanks and good luck to all! |
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pain after fixation
Posted by dave chapman |
Last Reply October 14, 2007
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Started October 9, 2007 at 12:15 |
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hi guys has anyone here had there lizyy removed yet ? if so do u still have pain in the fracture site im talking a deep bone ache ????? ..im due to soonhave frame removed but it still feels like it will snap .....is this normal ????? regards dave chapman |
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I can walk!
Posted by Katherine |
Last Reply October 11, 2007
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Started September 23, 2007 at 04:01 |
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Im can finally bear total weight on my right leg 50 days post surgery :) ...only about four more weeks to go and im free of the taylor spatial frame! |
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ilizarov removal video
Posted by dave chapman |
Last Reply October 8, 2007
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Started October 5, 2007 at 10:16 |
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hi guys check this out if you haven'thttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg4Zub-zwdk already |
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hi rob
Posted by dave chapman |
Last Reply October 3, 2007
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Started September 26, 2007 at 16:34 |
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hi rob nice to see my xrays on your site ....cheers .. news update ! i now have only 4 rings and my bone is healing realy wel thank god .... i have just been for another xray and it looks great .... my doc said he will send me for a final CT scan and if all looks well he will then remove my lizzy ...phewwwwwwwwwww so i hope it all goes well i may be delizzyed by xmass . oh happy dayssssssssss ps im walking very well now with one crutch and sometime no crutches ... and the frame has been de stablized so my tib n fib are supporting me alone wooo hooooo be in touch soon folks |
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should i get it done?
Posted by katherine |
Last Reply September 29, 2007
Started July 1, 2007 at 04:08 |
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Im 15 an done of my legs has been one inch shorter than the other since i was born. My doctors called it in the "grey zone" because if the difference was more than an inch i would have to get it done and if it was less than an inch i wouldnt. I'm getting the surgery in a month but im really nervous that i didnt make the right decision and ill regret getting it done. i need some support from someone who knows what im going through. |
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Burning and Tingling of my foot
Posted by Katherine |
Last Reply September 9, 2007
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Started August 31, 2007 at 06:06 |
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(im wearing a tibial frame) For the past few days my foot has been feeling like its asleep or burning whenever i try to lay down to sleep. I cant tolerate it so therefore i cant sleep... has anyone else experienced this? The doctor didnt seem concerned because i said that it was the whole foot that was affected but i dont think i can take this feeling much longer. |
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Just got home from the hospital
Posted by Katherine |
Last Reply September 1, 2007
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Started August 3, 2007 at 14:57 |
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I just got a taylor spatial frame put on my lower right leg on 7/31. So far the percocet is working pretty well with the pain. The frame doesnt seem so bad and i only have to wear it for 3 months so i guess thats good :).. i thought i would just chronicle my experience for no apparent reason |
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swimming
Posted by Rob |
Last Reply August 23, 2007
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Started November 7, 2004 at 16:47 |
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I have joined up with a couple of swimming clubs for people with disabilities, both permanent and temporary in the south Birmingham area. I would highly recommend anyone with an Ilivarov fixator who has approval of their surgeon / physio etc to go swimming, as its an awesome feeling being able to walk in the water much easier than to do so on the land. Its also great physio and exercise. Its the highlight of my week! |
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Taylor Spatial Frame
Posted by James |
Last Reply August 20, 2007
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Started June 20, 2007 at 03:58 |
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Thankyou for your response that makes me feel much better even though i have been through 2 previous surgeries this one is by far the most intense. I don't know if you have had a frame or not but what is the pain like. I have heard from people who have had a frame on them that the pain is not so bad soon after the surgery but gets worse as time goes on? I am guessing that is because the frame does what it is supposed to do, that is lengthen the bone, would i be correct in assuming that? |
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Elbow Frame
Posted by James` |
Last Reply August 20, 2007
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Started July 15, 2007 at 21:06 |
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I have had my frame on for only a week and i dont know how i am going to keep this thing on for 6 months, the pain doesn't really go away does it get better or worse as time goes on? |
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fully weight bearing
Posted by dave chapman |
Last Reply August 15, 2007
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Started July 14, 2007 at 19:44 |
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hi all ... im now fully weight bearing very little pain |
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my x-rays
Posted by dave chapman |
Last Reply August 13, 2007
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Started March 3, 2007 at 14:52 |
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See replies for my x-rays... |
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2 frames on my legs. Help!
Posted by Luke |
Last Reply August 5, 2007
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Started July 11, 2007 at 10:10 |
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i have recently had a frame on both my lower legs to straighten them. i keep trying to walk with a frame or crutches, but i just cant lift my leg up and put weight on my other leg! Can anyone help me or give advice on what to do because i know how important it is to be able to walk around. I have walked up the stairs and still 2 days after i cant even hardly stand up! please help and give your advise! + im only 16 and my bones are weak anyway! + i just wana' get mobile, We have just left school and all my friend are able to go out! i can hardly get out of the house, my mum and dad have to lift me! |
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photos
Posted by Rob - moderator |
Last Reply July 31, 2007
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Started July 31, 2007 at 14:38 |
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if anyone wants to add their frame photos to this forum, then please send them to me. see moderators email address above. have already added Dave Chapmans x-ray photos for him |
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