Hi everyone,
After a bit of advice and support. I have been diagnosed with a talar dome OCD lesion (loose flap of cartilage in my ankle joint). I was told to stop running at the time of diagnosis (Nov 2019). Have continued biking and swimming but am now having a fair bit of pain/discomfort by the end of the day.
I have seen an ankle surgeon who has recommended that I have a microfracture procedure which, given the location of my injury, would necessitate breaking my tibia to gain access.
This seems pretty scary and from what I've read microfracture doesn't have a great long term outcome. I just don't know if I want to go through such an ordeal and protracted recovery (12 weeks on crutches and that's just the beginning!), for what could be very little pay off. On the other hand, I am 31 and don't want to be in pain for the rest of my life.
Anyone been in a similar position? Any advice or just support would be so appreciated. Thanks for listening.
E
After a bit of advice and support. I have been diagnosed with a talar dome OCD lesion (loose flap of cartilage in my ankle joint). I was told to stop running at the time of diagnosis (Nov 2019). Have continued biking and swimming but am now having a fair bit of pain/discomfort by the end of the day.
I have seen an ankle surgeon who has recommended that I have a microfracture procedure which, given the location of my injury, would necessitate breaking my tibia to gain access.
This seems pretty scary and from what I've read microfracture doesn't have a great long term outcome. I just don't know if I want to go through such an ordeal and protracted recovery (12 weeks on crutches and that's just the beginning!), for what could be very little pay off. On the other hand, I am 31 and don't want to be in pain for the rest of my life.
Anyone been in a similar position? Any advice or just support would be so appreciated. Thanks for listening.
E