August 9, 2022
Today, I went to the doctor about my ankle. I got x-rayed and there were no broken bones. In fact, he said my bones looked in great shape.
After much poking and prodding, he decided I had a stretched or partially torn ligament that was inflamed.
I really liked Dr. Graham. He explained what was wrong and showed me where the ligament attached to the bone.
He also prescribed a course of steroids. He explained how to take them and the side effects. I have never had a doctor explain side effects so well. He also gave suggestions on how to control the side effects.
I need to see him after the FROG Rally, so we will be back in Effingham after the rally.
The good news, I was doing the right things, ice, elevation, and compression. I started wearing a brace to help support my ankle. The doctor wants me to keep all of that up as well.
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Good news then! Take care and hoping all will be well.
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Glad you’re doing better!
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Thank you!
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Bummer that you have had to go through this. However good to know you found a doctor you like and that you were doing the right things.
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Fingers crossed that I can knock out the inflammation.
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Good News.
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Glad to hear there were no broken bones and that you’ve been doing the right treatments on your own. May a speedy recovery have you on your feet soon.
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Now, if I can just keep from hurting my ankle again, it can get well! Thanks for the well wishes!
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The brace will protect it.
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Well, how are things going now? (I spent a night in Effingham, IL once!)
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The doctor said I had a sprained ankle and I was taking care of it properly.
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Hey, Julia! Take it easy on that ankle. Hopefully,
it will be back to normal soon.
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Thanks, I have a follow up with my doctor today. My ankle is feeling a lot better. Now, if I can just keep from reinjury….
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