stress fractures

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16 years ago 07/02/2007 12:59pm EDT

So I just found out a few weeks before out state track meet that I have stress fractures in both legs...I still ran and did good in pole vault but my last running event (4*400) sucked...anyways I haven't run since and have been using crutches, and i'm going on my fifth week off..but I'm getting sick of using crutches and was just wondering if anyone knew if it would hurt me to not use them but to just use my legs normally (except still not run or do any sports other than biking). if anyoen knows please help me! I'm not sure if walking will actually hinder healing my legs...

16 years ago 07/02/2007 1:48pm EDT

re: jshoe

I currently have a stress fracture too. I was told to use crutches for 5 weeks, which I did. You probably could, but you should check with your orthopedist. Also, you don\\\'t want to lose the crutches all at once - transition to using both legs with crutches (so you have less weight on the bad one) and then go to using one crutch. I know what a pain it is using the crutches, especially if you have to get around a lot. Also, a note on biking: it\\\'s best to use a stationary bike and keep the level very low. Good luck with the recovery!

16 years ago 07/02/2007 3:32pm EDT

re: jshoe

It's all a matter of pain. If it hurts to go crutch-free, than you need to stick stick it out for a while. If you experience no pain without the crutches, then it's fine to set them aside.

That's the nice thing about stress fractures: They let you know when you're interfering with the healing process. Note that using analgesics (e.g., ibuprophen) not only masks the feedback but also appears to hinder healing, so it's best to stay away from them.

16 years ago 07/02/2007 7:31pm EDT

re: no longer stressed

Along these lines... I've got a stress fracture in my foot. For those of you who have had them: how long after you stopped 'feeling' the fracture was it before you were running. Granted, you're probably more likely to feel it in your foot when you walk, but I'm just curious. I'm planning to give it about 10 days after I stop feeling anything at all. I'm estimating that this will bring my total recovery time to about 7 weeks. Anyone out there with personal experience they can share? Thanks.

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