tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post6094654046307234007..comments2024-03-29T08:22:50.787-04:00Comments on paris breakfasts: BrokenParisbreakfastshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-68527699451991398242014-06-06T22:22:47.718-04:002014-06-06T22:22:47.718-04:00Broken leg is just miserable Carol. And I join all...Broken leg is just miserable Carol. And I join all those sending you sympathy. One practical tip: I hot-glued a cute pocket on my cast. Some cute fabric, gathered a little at the top making it cuter. It was handy to carry some small things, but mostly people just gave me compliments. I strongly recommend anything that causes people to give you compliments! ! ! (On my Christmas trip to Paris last year I was told "Jolie valise, Madame." after I got off an elevator with my patent leather carry on. It was one of my best memories of the trip!) But back to the cast pocket. I had a full leg cast for several months, (my break was a mid-shaft tib fib) then the casts got shorter until I had a walking cast which was too short for a pocket to be helpful. With someone as talented as you are, you can come up with a fabulous compliment-getting cast embellishment. Keep making us happy with Paris news and views. Courage!Pamm Stocknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-60802860884987267942014-06-03T23:15:45.769-04:002014-06-03T23:15:45.769-04:00Buy a L-O-N-G knitting needle to slide it down ins...Buy a L-O-N-G knitting needle to slide it down inside the cast. Comes in very handy for any itches. Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13128918708074064840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-63849966956735391652014-06-03T23:11:12.204-04:002014-06-03T23:11:12.204-04:00Oww carol...i know its relly sucks...but u Can do ...Oww carol...i know its relly sucks...but u Can do a ouvre d art on your cast...and please dont forger a plastic bag ...for the rainy days and for the shower . bisous jessica@jesscaffenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-11671048705760009842014-06-02T18:45:51.301-04:002014-06-02T18:45:51.301-04:00I had an ankle sprain & fracture. Crutches wer... I had an ankle sprain & fracture. Crutches were difficult for me ,they'd adjusted them for the wrong height & they were too high. Our grocery store lent me a samll wheel chair for the house, which I loved. Small tasks WERE challenges, Asking for help w/ groceries, etc, was key, because I had to keep ALL my weight off. It's interesting how now I can't remember a lot of the bad parts, I hear this is common. But, I remember reading. It was my salvation: with my leg propped up on a pillow, I read more good books! I don't know how long it will take, but I used to like it when they would tell me: It WILL heal when it didn't seem like it ever would.The PT part was better than the 1st mending part because I got to see progress & had reassurance. <br />Sketchbook Wanderinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06850319000824866265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-43391444444822500002014-06-02T12:42:15.599-04:002014-06-02T12:42:15.599-04:00Thanks too Anonymous
It's simple stuff like g...Thanks too Anonymous <br />It's simple stuff like going to the bank, getting stamps, plain ole groceries.<br />Pastries...who cares. <br />Just the basics are a big challenge. <br />I have no plans to go to a café anytime soon.<br />My leg has to be elevated ALL the time...<br />Can't do that in a café...they don't like it :)Parisbreakfastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-19956951421319204782014-06-02T12:38:18.664-04:002014-06-02T12:38:18.664-04:00LUV YOU Gwendoline in Australia !!!
You got it.
A ...LUV YOU Gwendoline in Australia !!!<br />You got it.<br />A fractured fibula doesn't go away fast.<br />All very good useful advice.Parisbreakfastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-534358115601819592014-06-02T11:49:34.027-04:002014-06-02T11:49:34.027-04:00How strong are your arms? My husband lost his legs...How strong are your arms? My husband lost his legs and, determined not to let himself give in, he insisted we start traveling more. He pulled himself up the steps on his fanny on Venetian bridges, the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, the Great Wall outside Beijing, and the steps to the top deck of a cruise ship for 21 days to play basketball from his wheelchair. <br /><br />That said, if I were in your position, I'd find someone to bring me chocolat, croissants, journeaux, and livres every day. I would sit on the balcony and feel sorry for myself. Pout. Pout.<br />R.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-42713372964860578192014-06-02T10:44:59.072-04:002014-06-02T10:44:59.072-04:00So sorry to hear this. I have spent time on crutc...So sorry to hear this. I have spent time on crutches for multiple foot surgeries and very bad sprains. Lots of good ideas thus far for you - here are few more. Always have a lightweight bag or two attached to your crutches to carry things around your home and when you are out (the ones so common at markets in Europe are perfect and loop onto the crutch). Use your crutches even for short walks in your home -- otherwise, you will find yourself using your broken bones too soon. Don't hop around! I learned to bathe sitting in the tub with leg and foot over the side. I could even wash my hair under the tap or with one of those hand held shower heads on a hose - don't know if you have tub or shower though. In my 2-story house, I learned to go up and down stairs on my butt and arms - not graceful but it works in a pinch. Wouldn't want to do it in a very public place.... Dresses and longer flowing skirts were more comfortable (and stylish!) than pants -- and didn't require cutting seams. Find a very comfortable and supportive shoe for your "good" foot - it will be doing a lot of work. Learn to use your crutches correctly and have them adjusted perfectly for you - take the weight on your hands not your armpits standing straight (you probably know that but I see people doing it wrong all the time). Finally, whenever you can find whimsy and make yourself smile, indulge -- I used to wear a bright sock under my shoe, color coordinated with my clothing, even with my business suits. You WILL get through it and lots of people are thinking of you. In my neighborhood, when a friend is sick or has a broken leg, we take turns bringing food and helping out. Your PBers could take turns coming to Paris and bringing you Picard and pastries....!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-70175411986091160522014-06-02T09:06:38.236-04:002014-06-02T09:06:38.236-04:00Wow with all this advice you prob don't want t...Wow with all this advice you prob don't want to read any more. i think that getting the best medical attention in the VERY early stages is vital.You are in a cast. What does the x ray look like? Have they put you together properly? Do not presume that they have Hard to accept I know. If you have any doubts act now. Tomorrow may be too late. When the cast comes off, if the ortho surgeon says you can walk ok tomorrow, add two weeks/ four weeks. THEY DON'T ALWAYS KNOW. Be very kind to your foot/ankle in the first year especially. You need it to work well for decades more.(Dont worry about your blog. repost old stuff/ old photos. They're still sensational.) all the best. Gwendoline in Australia. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-70649403431454319142014-06-02T08:57:10.045-04:002014-06-02T08:57:10.045-04:00http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3Gwf7nrtXVo
exercise...http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3Gwf7nrtXVo<br /><br />exercises With a cast on!!Parisbreakfastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-35252154721628729132014-06-02T08:52:06.461-04:002014-06-02T08:52:06.461-04:00THANKS Julie!!!
I have not figured out how to do t...THANKS Julie!!!<br />I have not figured out how to do the no pressure on the broken leg...<br />I'm using the toes as an anchor,.but it is just day 3.<br />I found a blog offering an exercise routine for people in a cast.<br />Wonderful!<br />http://michelleglauser.blogspot.fr/2012/07/how-to-survive-broken-foot.html<br />the forearm crutches are Hard!!!<br /> thanks again!!Parisbreakfastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-12491910617710321502014-06-02T05:00:19.306-04:002014-06-02T05:00:19.306-04:00It DOES NOT HEAL FAST!
Pls stop saying that folks...It DOES NOT HEAL FAST! <br />Pls stop saying that folks<br />4-6 weeks and then PT<br />Whole story is here:<br />http://michelleglauser.blogspot.fr/2012/07/how-to-survive-broken-foot.html<br />20 observations and tips for dealing with a broken foot/ankle and a cast on your foot/leg:<br /><br />1. Don't listen to anyone who tells you that the time will go by fast. 6 weeks in a cast will feel like 7 yearsParisbreakfastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-29038270249691687382014-06-02T04:59:02.301-04:002014-06-02T04:59:02.301-04:00Very, very useful info Tim
Thank you !!!Very, very useful info Tim<br />Thank you !!!Parisbreakfastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-16018489308329309642014-06-01T17:56:54.000-04:002014-06-01T17:56:54.000-04:00Yes; Two yrs ago, a bad break. I was relentless ab...Yes; Two yrs ago, a bad break. I was relentless about getting around on crutches , every time you do your arms will get stronger, the more you can do for yourself the happier you will be. Ice on the foot when you can. I just tossed it on the edge of the bed in a bag and let my foot rest on it , and the coldness goes up your leg. The RX made me foggy and bitchy so I took over the counter things. Its just going to be rotten for a week at least. <br />Bathing/ Stood in a big aluminum kettle and washed like they do in a French 19th century painting, did this every day and felt immensely better after. Hair same way.<br />Eat healthy and light. If you like green teas, herb teas; yes. I have stairs here and with my crutches somehow let my brain figure out the stairs without any pressure on my leg. I never once put pressure on it, I had a secret fear the break wouldn't heal so I was sure not to interfere with the knitting. Things that are good for your bones would be good to add to your diet. Are you having trouble getting over the counter advil, etc? I will be happy to mail you some. All your swimming and walking will pay off here, you are healthy and fit. You will come through.xxxJulie Whitmore Potteryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12283540996942265818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-31354258129108021482014-06-01T16:05:06.487-04:002014-06-01T16:05:06.487-04:00Very helpful idea Jeanne
I do have an apron like t...Very helpful idea Jeanne<br />I do have an apron like that..<br />Thank youParisbreakfastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-52234412751783465002014-06-01T15:11:35.007-04:002014-06-01T15:11:35.007-04:00Broke a leg 25 years ago while traveling in Spain,...Broke a leg 25 years ago while traveling in Spain, and rebroke the ankle two years ago. A carpenter-type apron is useful for transporting small items across the room while on crutches. For larger things, a wheeled cart is good. I read mostly -- everything else seemed like too much trouble! Being disabled is depressing -- engage as much support as you can! Best of luck for a speedy recovery. JeanneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-89783109401567844912014-06-01T14:18:19.544-04:002014-06-01T14:18:19.544-04:00Bonjour, Get a long stick or back scratcher as the...Bonjour, Get a long stick or back scratcher as the cast will make leg itch. and some powder will help too. Can doctor visit you to save you going there? Heal well.Marie Ardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09825769219652414992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-72308400074897836222014-06-01T11:19:29.396-04:002014-06-01T11:19:29.396-04:00I, too, wish I were there to visit you. Seems like...I, too, wish I were there to visit you. Seems like a really crappy thing to have happened. It was only two steps! No experience here with broken bones. Is there a service like "Meals on Wheels" that would deliver food to you? Can you get out at all? 365 Dresseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05370083544324974912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-69417648787670357562014-06-01T10:52:00.989-04:002014-06-01T10:52:00.989-04:00Well, crap. That totally tucks big time -- especia...Well, crap. That totally tucks big time -- especially living way up there in the stratosphere. No broken legs here -- right now I have a broken toe, which hurts a bit but not "pain" in the really badly broken way. I can't imagine not being able to get around easily for the next six weeks. If only I lived closer, I'd tromp up your many flights, probably spilling soup on the trip up. We'd have soup and salad, lovely fruit and I'd bring you dozens of your favorite pastries. I suspect you have a good support system at hand -- I hope you do. Let them pamper you -- you deserve it.Jeaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17482528482559445943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-65075241250820609332014-06-01T10:40:32.717-04:002014-06-01T10:40:32.717-04:00Oh boy, that really sucks. Sorry to hear but I kn...Oh boy, that really sucks. Sorry to hear but I know you, you'll figure out a way to create some type of beautiful artwork while you're incapacitated. I've never broken a leg, but from my surgical stuff, I know that it takes about 6 weeks before your body gets back to "normal" and that physical therapy is very useful. xo<br />Claudia Schmidthttp://www.myleftbreast.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-15913613580593796012014-06-01T10:31:21.982-04:002014-06-01T10:31:21.982-04:00you will learn to become efficient, a back pack (s...you will learn to become efficient, a back pack (small) is essential when you are on crutches. Everything will take 2-5 times longer than you thought it should. Make sure you plan out resting stops in advance, and figure that any trip longer than a block or two is going to be a major challenge. If there are shops that deliver, use them, especially early on. Use your medication carefully, certain over the counter meds like US Advil are not good for bone growth so hopefully they gave you something else to use.Timnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-391615090708932462014-06-01T08:02:04.419-04:002014-06-01T08:02:04.419-04:00No broken leg, but an arm. Ice packs help with the...No broken leg, but an arm. Ice packs help with the itching under the cast. I know how crazy this can make you. Best wishes.Sandranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-7107383326507102192014-06-01T07:37:55.008-04:002014-06-01T07:37:55.008-04:00Dear Carol,
It is so difficult being an Internet f...Dear Carol,<br />It is so difficult being an Internet friend...we all wish we were there to help with whatever you need.<br />Broke my ankle 20 yrs ago this April. On just two steps from kitchen down to family room. Dog left her toy on the step! Required surgery; have a rod up my leg one side, pins on the other.<br />I did not do PT. I have always been very active; bicycling at that time, now I walk 4 miles per day. I am determined to not get arthritis in that joint.<br />Recovery will pass quicker than you think! Keep it elevated to reduce swelling. AND, find something long & thin that you can slide down inside the cast to scratch the ITCH from your skin drying out inside the cast!! <br />Know we are thinking of you...this WILL pass!Bonnie & Bob toonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-45756767590691799202014-06-01T03:19:15.230-04:002014-06-01T03:19:15.230-04:00Cast goes just to my knee.
suddenly I feel lucky
I...Cast goes just to my knee.<br />suddenly I feel lucky<br />I will try to find you LIP<br />next time use the drop down menu has<br />Name/URL for yr particulars<br />I may lose weight with this thing.<br />Eating/cooking is too much damn trouble.<br />Did you?<br />Thank you LIPParisbreakfastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26546687.post-82417758963684813632014-06-01T03:16:02.549-04:002014-06-01T03:16:02.549-04:00The bone is broken, you are not!
Must remember t...<b>The bone is broken, you are not! </b><br /><br />Must remember this when feeling broken etc..<br />THANKSParisbreakfastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558314043814894010noreply@blogger.com