Update

[jenn_unplugged]

My right pinky toe is fractured, and there isn't much they can do but show you how to tape it up. It doesn't really hurt unless I put weight on it -- it's amazing how much you use that tiny toe when you walk!

So I'm on crutches for a while, and cursing my own clumsiness. Temporarily inconvenienced, but otherwise just fine. :-P

Comments

[glasshouses.livejournal.com]

Ouch! I fractured by big toe once, and there's just nothing they can do. You'd think in this day and age they'd have *something* A gel toe cup or something.

Remember not to put your weight on the crutch tops when you 'walk' around!

*hugs*

[jenn-unplugged.livejournal.com]

You are definitely the expert on crutches! My armpits are already sore...

They gave me a special shoe-thing to wear, and that's really helped. I've found it's easier for me to get around with one crutch than two, actually. The shoes helps keep the weight off my toe, and I can hobble around fairly well with support on one side. With two crutches, I feel like I'm in constant danger of falling over. :-P

[glasshouses.livejournal.com]

here's a good link:

http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/surgeryrehab/a/crutches_use.htm

The top of your crutches should be about one to two inches below your armpits when you are standing upright.

You can damage the nerve bundles in the area if you lean on the crutches and 'swing' from them.

One crutch is definitely easier - practice on stairs when The Husband is around :-)