Recently fractured both ankles walking down stairs..yep you read that right. Sharing everything that has helped me through this current journey.
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Walking ain’t easy
Ice it!
Wrap it up, B!
Walking ain’t easy
Recommend items to get you back on your feet.
Still gotta move! I am 5’5” and the height adjustment has made them perfect. Good option in the crutch department.
Medline Lightweight Aluminum Red Dot Crutches 5'1"–5'-
Simple wheelchair to help get around. Turns on a dime and is light weight. Folds up easy to put in car.
Walgreens Adult Wheelchair, 18" Seat Width, Supports up to 300 lbs.
This has been a necessity. Comfy cushion that can be easily disinfected. Small profile and light weight. Bucket removes and is easy to clean.
4 in 1 Folding Bedside Commode Chair Elderly
Ice it!
Ice and elevate!
Ice has been a life saver for the swelling. Week two requires a lot of ice and if not in a cast, this will help ice the full ankle.
Comfytemp Ankle Ice Pack Wrap for Foot Pain
Don’t use soft pillows to elevate. Anything that will not sag is what you want.
Kolbs Leg Elevation Pillow Flat Top Wedge
The Thera-ice name sounds amazing and then wraps your ankle in coolness..awesome option for icing the hurt away.
TheraICE Ankle Ice Pack Wrap for Swelling
Great option for when you need to ice over a splint or ace bandages. Ordered the full boot and it fit over the splint pretty well. I think the flat option is better. Super easy to use and feels amazing. Super helped the swelling.
Simple ankle brace that has helped keep the ankle supported while the boot is off. Even used in the shower to keep my balance on at least one foot. Ankle is secure and supported.
Bodyprox Ankle Support Brace, Neoprene Sleeve
Extra support for that ankle!
WHCOOL Slim-Fit Ankle Brace Velcro Lace Up
Simple compression brace to support the ankle without all the extras. Fits in shoes well.
Ankle Sleeve Brace for Plantar Fasciitis
Best ace bandages. Similar to what the hospital used.
