Baller Andre Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 Nate,Freddie and...me! Tore my Achille throwing the ski around 2 @35 off. Was late and my stupid brain decided to go for it even if i wasn t going anywhere after 2. All i could have done is stand up and take the hit...Stupid move. Going to hospital this p.m. for a scan to see the extend of the damage. Season is over for me. Be safe outhere and remember kids:there is no 100%safe bindings! My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skidawg Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 I feel terrible for you; been there, no fun but you can definitely come back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Chuck_Dickey Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 @Andre I hope you get well soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MrJones Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 Sorry man. Never a good time for that to happen... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jimbrake Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 Bummer @Andre - did mine in 2006 from a combo of trying to rip a front binding off that was still laced up to tight and later that day jumping off that same foot - snap! Best of luck for a speedy and full recovery. You'll be back next year, good to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skihart Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 @Andre that sucks. Hopefully not as bad as you think. Speedy recovery. What bindings were you on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Zman Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 Sorry to hear. Pick a good surgeon who follows current protocols. Someone that hopefully won't keep your foot in a cast for weeks or months (too much atrophy). And, a good PT for sure to get your early rehab off to a good, and safe start. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller waterskicorey Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 I have torn both of mine skiing, you will be back in 6 months, hang in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Chef23 Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 Bummer. Get better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Lovell Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 We are in the same boat. I did mine two weeks ago Weds at 4 ball. Had surgery a day and a half later. I'm in the second cast now. See the Dr again on Mon. I was in a Wiley rubber binding. Good luck on your recovery we can compare notes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Lovell Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 I'm told that I will be out of the cast and in a boot on Monday. Looking forward to that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jimbrake Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 The best thing ever was when the doc took my cast and all the wrapping off for the first time and I could scratch my ankle and lower leg and massage all the muscles. Oh lordy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller gregy Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 What binding were you on? Front or rear foot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Lovell Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 I tore my left which is my front foot. Wiley binding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted August 4, 2016 Author Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 Thanks everyone for the kind words! Just back from the hospital,95% tear,surgery next thursday. Front foot ,RFF, reflex 750 and RTP. I'd like to explain it better but it happened so fast.Was almost horizontal when i fell as i was stretch to the max right at the ball.I know the Reflex released but after the hit on my Achille.I knew right away that's where i was hurt from reading about it on BOS. I'll take everyones advices for rehab.The Dr was talking about some kind of ''hardshell'' :) that they can progressively adjust the angle of foot...We'll see. Gonna be able to watch the Olympics... Not able to ski until next May is killing me.Might have to fly south this winter!!! Thanks guys! My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Glock Posted August 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 4, 2016 Man, this sport is roughy on the feet. @andre and @lovell, sorry to hear about your injuries, that's such a bummer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted August 6, 2016 Author Baller Share Posted August 6, 2016 Funny. Trying to run the blue loop will result in a blue foot... :) My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller eddie_roberts_jr Posted August 6, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 6, 2016 I've torn both of mine. The second one was fixed the next day and I "skied", if you want to call it that, 8 weeks later with the doctor that performed the surgery driving. I was very careful but it felt good to get up behind the boat. Do the rehab religiously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller parkerc2112 Posted August 6, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 6, 2016 When I'm hobbling around at work people tell me everyday "aren't you a little old for that stuff"? Me.."you don't get it". I have the cankles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller rockdog Posted August 8, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 8, 2016 You say you did release @Andre , but do you think the screw was just slightly a bit tight? Or would it have made no difference with your particular fall? I'm also using the 750, so interested in your thoughts on this. I hope you heal well mate, terrible any time for an injury like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted August 8, 2016 Author Baller Share Posted August 8, 2016 Thanks @rockdog ! Been using the same adjustement for the last 2.5 seasons and it always release fine before. Tested it on the dock for the initial adjustement,it's just a bit higher then 3. I think it's more a combination of falling in a weird manner and bad luck... My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted August 12, 2016 Author Baller Share Posted August 12, 2016 Had surgery yesterday.They gave me choice of local anesthesia or to take a nap.Chose to sleep a bit while they were doing the work. 2 more weeks of crutches without putting weight on it then a visit to the orthopedist to fit an orthopedic boot with heel wedges to gradually give more movement to the foot.Wish i could go back in time and choose not to throw the ski around bouy number 2... Would also be less frustrating if i wasn't living on my lake.Seeing that glass every morning is hearthbreaking. Morning of the crash was my 42 straight morning of skiing 2 sets... My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller UWSkier Posted August 12, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 12, 2016 Heal up man! The water will still be there when you get back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted August 12, 2016 Author Baller Share Posted August 12, 2016 Thanks @UWSkier ! @Lovell You're in the boot yet ? My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markchilcutt Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Bummer get well soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Stevie Boy Posted August 12, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 12, 2016 So Freddie has had a surgical procedure on his ankle, does this mend quicker than a bad sprain ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Lovell Posted August 12, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 12, 2016 @Andre I got into the boot on Monday after just over two weeks in two different casts. The boot is a big improvement, but it does take some getting used to. They stretched the tendon for about and hour before they put the boot on. That was a little tough. I do have to sleep with it on though. I can take it off to shower and lightly stretch 2 or 3 times a day. The boot did irritate my incision a little bit, the first day, but that has subsided. I start physical therapy week after next. Damn I miss skiing.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted August 13, 2016 Author Baller Share Posted August 13, 2016 @Lovell ''Damn i miss skiing'' Well,if someone understand you it's me! I'll be driving my regulars ski partners tomorrow morning.That's the only thing i can do! Gonna be a long winter! My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jordan Posted August 13, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 13, 2016 Get well soon Andre! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted August 22, 2016 Author Baller Share Posted August 22, 2016 Thanks @Jordan! @Lovell How's the rehab going? Getting my ''new hardshell'' :) on thursday... Moving around on crutches sucks big time! Are you still using them or just the boot? My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Lovell Posted August 24, 2016 Baller Share Posted August 24, 2016 just starting PT The boot is huge improvement I ditched the crutches after 3-4 days in the boot--it definetly takes a few days Still use the crutches when I don't have the boot on The dr is trying to get me to transition to a regular shoe over the next two weeks. Over it seems to be going pretty well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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