sis has the "big" surgery coming up on Tuesday

the ongoing saga of my sister getting her leg/foot back. She fell off a ladder last May and hasn't walked since. Both of the bones in the lower leg were broken in half, and the ankle shattered into so may pieces that the doctor worried that it may never go back together. They almost amputated the day of the accident.

It's a seemingly neverending tale of doctors that can't agree, massive bone infections, and the VA not being willing to pay for much.

Anway, on Tuesday, they're going to begin reconstruction in earnest. They'll take bone from her hip to do grafting. It's a 3 hour surgery. It will be very invasive and very painful.

All the same, I'm filled with anticipation and excitement for her. She's going to get her foot back this year. She's always been a very active person and not being able to get around has been very difficult for her.

For the record, this is what her leg looks like right now:

I hope the surgery is a complete success, and she's getting around asap!:hug:

I hope it goes smoothly, with great results and no complications!

May the surgery and recovery go well! :hug:

May she be up and around soon!

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and prayers for your sister! :hug:

I know it will be a painful road, but the end results should well justify it!

I hope that it works out...I know the VA is a pain to deal with sometimes. Sorry you and she have to go through this. :hug: :hug: :hug:

Hope everything turns out OK for her.

That picture made me cringe

I hope your sister comes through the surgery well.