Finally made the plunge...

[Aquineas]

Yes sir and thanks for asking. I was in the process of assisting in arresting a violent felon and pop goes the right achilles tendon. It made such a loud noise and was the most painful experience of my life. Being 6' 7" and 271lbs, my Orthopedic surgeon advised due to my size and extent of the injury (my surgeon advised it's one of the worst ruptures he has ever seen) recovery is going to take a very long time. I can't start PT for at least 3 months, most likely longer, out at least a year, most likely longer and possibly not returning to work.

Man so much of that story sucks. I guess if there's any small consolation, you got the guy. Still, there's some hard work ahead of you. Achilles tendon injuries are no joke.

 

[mdsbuc]

Yes sir and thanks for asking. I was in the process of assisting in arresting a violent felon and pop goes the right achilles tendon. It made such a loud noise and was the most painful experience of my life. Being 6' 7" and 271lbs, my Orthopedic surgeon advised due to my size and extent of the injury (my surgeon advised it's one of the worst ruptures he has ever seen) recovery is going to take a very long time. I can't start PT for at least 3 months, most likely longer, out at least a year, most likely longer and possibly not returning to work.

Ouch! I've heard that the sound of a rupturing achilles is like a gunshot, and might feel worse. I hope you have a full and speedy recovery. From the above I take it that you are an officer of the law, and for that, a big thanks from me for your service!

 

[Tpr5.0]

Man so much of that story sucks. I guess if there's any small consolation, you got the guy. Still, there's some hard work ahead of you. Achilles tendon injuries are no joke.

I have such a long way to go and indeed the injury is no joke.

 

[Tpr5.0]

Ouch! I've heard that the sound of a rupturing achilles is like a gunshot, and might feel worse. I hope you have a full and speedy recovery. From the above I take it that you are an officer of the law, and for that, a big thanks from me for your service!

Thank you for the kind words and Massachusetts State Trooper.

 

[Aquineas]

I have such a long way to go and indeed the injury is no joke.

Man I'm sorry to hear that. One step at a time though on recovery, okay? I know it's overwhelming right now, and surely there will be some tough days ahead. But you'll get there, one step at a time.

For inspiration, check out this speech by Adm. William H. McRaven, who has been a Navy Seal for 36 years.