I just discovered this forum which is greatly helping me to under all my “body aches” and post surgery recovery. 6weeks ago I broke my right wrist and am still in cast (for 4 more days) then will move into a brace. A week and a half ago I fell and broke right ankle, had surgery 6 days ago. So I’m definitely hobbling around with a knee scooter. I work part time as an admin asst. I was going to try and go to work 2 -3 hour shifts next week. It sounds like I may be pushing it.....anyone with experience?
OMGoodness Debbie, You have been through a lot! I would say you are pushing going back to work so soon. You haven't healed yet. Never mind the wrist but now the ankle too and that was just 6 days ago.
Ask your doctor but I would be willing to bet he or she will say way to soon for work.
Can't hurt to ask.. but if you have the time, stay home and heal properly . Don't forget you will need to go to PT , too.
Good luck,
Rose
Thanks Rose. No one but myself is pushing to get me back to work. I see the doctor Monday, so I’ll lee what he says. Once my wrist cast is off and I’m in a brace I know I will have some pain and achiness regaining strength. And you are right, I don’t know when PT will be.
I also went back to work while still recovering and in a boot
and I ended up falling and hurting myself more. Don't push it, sometimes life forces us to slow down for a reason. Let your self heal, if you must work and it is good for the mind then do so from home with you laptop.
Take Care!
Michelle
Sounds like you were even further along in your recovery since you had a boot. I think that is at least 4 weeks away for me. Thanks for your input.