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Posted by antigua on June 11, 2004, at 20:18:58
OK, I'm alive. I have an 11-yr old daughter who has fractured her foot (she has an extra bone in her foot) and lives for basketball. She won't be able to play this summer (I'm afraid, because she might need surgery).
So what should I do w/her? What can I do w/her to keep her going, to keep her feeling good about herself? Also keep in mind for those who aren't in this, she is afraid she will get fat w/o th exercise.
antgua, who, yes, puts her daughter first
Posted by deirdrehbrt on June 11, 2004, at 21:30:31
In reply to Suggestions, posted by antigua on June 11, 2004, at 20:18:58
Antigua,
I've never been anything resembling one who loves sports, but I think your daughter is fortunate to have you as a mom.
Some possible ideas that I have are:
1. She will likely have to do some physical therapy after the surgery. Let the physical therapist know that She is a basketball player. The therapist might have other ideas when designing her recuperation.
2: Let the surgeon also know about your daughters love for the sport. He / She may have different methods or techniques for performing the surgery. There are many surgeries that are done differently depending on the what demands are expected of a particular body part might be.
3: This may go along with physical therapy, but perhaps she can do exercises through this that will help keep her in shape, before and after surgery that do not stress the foot. Maybe you could even arrange a visit with the PT before the surgery. Most times PT is discussed after surgery, but if you have the opportunity to do so before, then your daughter can get a head start. The PT might also be able to reassure her that she won't get fat through all of this.These are just a few ideas. I hope they help.
Dee.
Posted by karen_kay on June 12, 2004, at 21:16:04
In reply to Suggestions, posted by antigua on June 11, 2004, at 20:18:58
is it possible for her to swim afterwards? i was a swimmer and i remember many runners who would tread water in the pool (with some nifty device) to stay in shape when they couldn't run, due to stress on their feet, ect. it's low impact but treading water (just like running only in water) could help her continue to stay in shape, as well as improve her speed. is it a possibility? it really helped the runners stay in shape while they were out with injuries....
Posted by daisym on June 12, 2004, at 21:31:17
In reply to Re: Suggestions, posted by karen_kay on June 12, 2004, at 21:16:04
Ask the MD about a walking cast if possible. She won't be able to do jumping kinds of sports but she would be able to ride an exercise bike.
I think this is also where you get really creative. My guys like to shoot hoops with their dad but since breathing is an issue, they play a silly game of lawn chair Bball -- they move the chair all over the patio and see who can make it. They are very creative and goofy.
The other thing is to go get some chick flicks and the two of you just spend time together. You can do all kinds of girly things -- nails, funny magazine quizzes, etc.
Sick/hurt kids are tough. I wish you strength and patience.
Daisy
Posted by antigua on June 13, 2004, at 18:37:41
In reply to Re: Suggestions, posted by daisym on June 12, 2004, at 21:31:17
She's going to paint her room. I took her to the Great Indoors today and she bought a brightly colored bed set (comforter, sheets, etc.) and brought home swatches of color to see how they would look in her room. Her father didn't like any of them, so we figure we might do this when he is out of town next week and her godmother comes into town.
She gets bottom braces tomorrow and the summer basketball season starts tomorrow night so we will go SIT at the game. She's not happy, but at least we're trying to find some good spots.
Thanks everyone,
antigua
Posted by deirdrehbrt on June 13, 2004, at 19:54:11
In reply to Update, posted by antigua on June 13, 2004, at 18:37:41
Sounds like you have some fabulous ideal! You know.... if the father doesn't like the color choices, they are probably perfect! :-)
Color is very important in moods, and in healing. I think that's a great idea!Dee.
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