[Frankybadboy]

There's an error on the x-ray Frank...
It says 46 years, its taken off 23 years 

thats the effect you have on people 

[Jon_Phelps]

Hi guys,

Just to add i didn't fall off the roof. Just the ladder, not that it really matters now as they both have had the same result. WFP all work from now on. This is merely a lesson and I'd be an idiot (even bigger idiot anyway) if i didn't learn from it.  So here's what's up.....

Currently sat in a hospital bed overnight as they may/may not want to perform surgery on my ankle (did a proper job on it lol). It's broken in 2 places and possible ligament damage to top it off. 1 break isn't so much of an issue and simple to set. The other however is the talus bone which I've been told is the load bearing part of the ankle. The CT Scan is positive as the break isn't that big, which could also be a problem. Due to it being small may mean its not possible repair with surgery or would do more harm then good. The orthopaedic surgeons and experts are meeting tomorrow to discuss the best method of treatment.  I'm also being treated like a minor celebrity due to the strange placement of the break which is very strange!

Healing time could be as early as 6 weeks but possibly up to 12 but I'm young and fit so hoping for the latter.

Needless to say it's been an experience and a learning curve. The outcome could have been a lot more serious for sure. 

[Jon_Phelps]

If surgery is needed I'm asking for Adamantium (I know it doesn't exist).
Between me and franky there's a fully functional man......I think

[Smurf]

Hi guys,

Just to add i didn't fall off the roof. Just the ladder, not that it really matters now as they both have had the same result. WFP all work from now on. This is merely a lesson and I'd be an idiot (even bigger idiot anyway) if i didn't learn from it.  So here's what's up.....

Currently sat in a hospital bed overnight as they may/may not want to perform surgery on my ankle (did a proper job on it lol). It's broken in 2 places and possible ligament damage to top it off. 1 break isn't so much of an issue and simple to set. The other however is the talus bone which I've been told is the load bearing part of the ankle. The CT Scan is positive as the break isn't that big, which could also be a problem. Due to it being small may mean its not possible repair with surgery or would do more harm then good. The orthopaedic surgeons and experts are meeting tomorrow to discuss the best method of treatment.  I'm also being treated like a minor celebrity due to the strange placement of the break which is very strange!

Healing time could be as early as 6 weeks but possibly up to 12 but I'm young and fit so hoping for the latter.

Needless to say it's been an experience and a learning curve. The outcome could have been a lot more serious for sure.

Ouch! that sounds bloody painful 

[kempy]

Bugger , did my ankle in bad at a young age . Black n blue upto the knee . Ligaments . Never the same but carried on plsying footy for 20 years and did time n time again

Best of luck pal
Frustrating

[Smudger]

Sorry to hear your news Jon, hope the specialists have more news for you tomorrow. If u can't get anyone to help with your round get some very short letters knocked up explaining the situation and ask if they can bear with your a short while. least this way they won't think u r not coming back xxx mrs smudger

[Mike #1]

I wrote a letter when i broke my back never lost one custy as they were made aware of my situation .

[Frankybadboy]

I wrote a letter when i broke my back never lost one custy as they were made aware of my situation .

yep take this advice your find out how good your customers are 

hope you recover quickly

[Rich Wilts]

Hi guys,

Just to add i didn't fall off the roof. Just the ladder, not that it really matters now as they both have had the same result. WFP all work from now on. This is merely a lesson and I'd be an idiot (even bigger idiot anyway) if i didn't learn from it.  So here's what's up.....

Currently sat in a hospital bed overnight as they may/may not want to perform surgery on my ankle (did a proper job on it lol). It's broken in 2 places and possible ligament damage to top it off. 1 break isn't so much of an issue and simple to set. The other however is the talus bone which I've been told is the load bearing part of the ankle. The CT Scan is positive as the break isn't that big, which could also be a problem. Due to it being small may mean its not possible repair with surgery or would do more harm then good. The orthopaedic surgeons and experts are meeting tomorrow to discuss the best method of treatment.  I'm also being treated like a minor celebrity due to the strange placement of the break which is very strange!

Healing time could be as early as 6 weeks but possibly up to 12 but I'm young and fit so hoping for the latter.

Needless to say it's been an experience and a learning curve. The outcome could have been a lot more serious for sure.

I broke my ankle and leg 15 years ago coming off a ladder. I was off work for 6 weeks, but didnt need surgery. The first few days back were really painful. I probably went back too early but cleaning was the only income I had. Good luck.

[Jon_Phelps]

Good news,

No surgery required.......yet.  Due to the nature of the break they agreed surgery might do more harm then good.  The healing progress will be checked regularly and if it doesn't improve then they might slice me open then.  I feel like I've dodged a bullet there.

Currently at home with a cuppa, informing customers and arranging cover where I can.  Attaching a few pics for you to look at.  They even made a 3D rendering for the morning consult and used it for training purposes due to the strange break placement. 

Happy to help I guess??

[Smurf]

Yep that's broke   

Now  all you need is a little bell to ring for service but I'm sure yer missus will tell you where to shove it after a while