Broken Ankle

I thought having bigger ankles than my mom (who has broken both ankles) and having bigger ankles than my husband (impressive... I know :)), would help me to never have this problem. But, oh well, life happens. I am still alive and kicking (the left leg at least) :)

Since you can't read the text, here it is: How I broke the tibia here (as noted by arrow) and not the fibula (the bone to the left) amazed both foot doctor specialists I’ve seen



Another fracture-- The break as it corkscrews from front to back of tibia (leg) bone


This is as I remember it, from what two foot doctor specialists pointed out.
This happened Tuesday night before New Years. I was going to get the mail that night, and as I was walking across the street I stepped on some ice and broke my ankle. I am not sure if it was black ice or what (neighbor lost balance on black ice yesterday getting the mail-luckily she's okay), there was a fresh layer of powdery snow on the ground. I was wearing these horrible snow boots that have absolutely no ankle support. Lesson learned: Never wear those shoes if I need to walk across pavement... and wear shoes with better ankle support in the winter in UTAH!

Fortunately Jason was able to stay home and help with everything! Claire was sick until about Monday (when Jason had to go back to work & school). Thank goodness she's feeling better now!

Monday I got my cast on, which I thought would be great. But I was having extreme pain and come to find out its because I have a bunion on my foot (born with it). Last night was the first night I slept well since getting my cast on. Thanks to all my family and friends for their help and words of encouragement. They have helped more than you know!