After 4 years and 2 surgeries, new diagnosis of OCD
Sorry in advance for the long post. I am just looking for some support and to connect with people who understand what this is like, because at this point I feel pretty lost and alone.
In 2022 I had a bimalleolar fracture with dislocation after falling down stairs. I had surgery with a plate and 8 screws. I recovered well initially and was able to get back to my active job and life. About two years later the pain started coming back and gradually got worse. I opted to have my hardware removed this past November but unfortunately the pain remains. Even after 12+ weeks of intensive physio.
I finally got an MRI which confirmed an osteochondral defect on my medial talar dome - 7x10x7mm with cartilage thinning. I also have three strained ligaments and tenosynovitis in three tendons.
I've been struggling to get proper specialist care and have felt pretty dismissed and alone throughout this process. I just saw my original surgeon today and he basically told me I have no options and to just take Tylenol and to manage my weight with exercise. Hearing this was extremely upsetting.... As if I don't want more than anything to be able to hike and bike and run again. Despite all of the pain I'm in, I still do strength training and ride my bike, but now even that's causing pain flares. I miss being my active self SO much.
I'm currently unable to work full time. I'm on long term disability and working 3 days a week as my job is extremely active. The days I do work, I'm averaging 10k steps.
Anyways .... Currently waiting to see a foot and ankle specialist and trying to figure out my options .... I just feel so disheartened.
I'd love to hear from you guys and have some input on:
- conservative treatment vs surgical
- PRP injections
- which surgery options there are and how successful are they?
I appreciate it and look forward to reading your responses!