I need a new leg brace (grumble grumble)

[maxthecat43]

I know I shouldn't be complaining.  I really did bring this on myself, and in the end- everything will be okay- but...

I've lost a lot of weight recently, and my old leg brace just isn't working anymore.  They cut it down once, but can't do it again.  They're so blasted expensive, that I can only afford to replace it once- so when???  My weight loss has slowed down to about 1 to 1 1/2lbs a week.  I have no idea how long this phase will last, but in the meantime- I'm in danger of injuring myself in a leg brace that's too big!

Has anyone else had to have a brace altered more than once?  Can I pad it?  It's starting to cause pain in my ankle, and hip areas.  I can barely keep the darn thing on my leg at all.

I'm sorry to be complaining again...

Tammy

[maxthecat43]

My "Max" is an orange striped tabby.  He's just the sweetest guy, and he's about 13.  I wish I knew how to post pictures...

[karryon55]

Congrats on the weight loss!  

I always thought it was called duck tape lol not duct tape lol. I guess you learn something everyday.

Good luck with the new orthotist & I really really hope he can help you. A $1000 gap for a new one is not a good scenario at all & if you may need two, well what can I say other than that s_*ks.

Take care.

Karry.

[LisaJF]

By the way, I have a cat named Max -- so your nick always amused me.

He's a 17 year old Maine Coon.

Sorry you have to wait another week.

xxoo

Lisa

[Poppy7402]

Weight loss is a really common thing these days, which is good obviously, so I wonder whether the Orthotics people might have some 'old' braces lying around that could be modified slightly for you so you can wait until your weight has stabilised before getting a new one.  Even if they haven't, now they know you need some help they might be able to keep their eyes out for something suitable.

Just a thought

Poppy

[maxthecat43]

Thanks!  

Nope, the brace isn't fixed yet.  My husband is trying to pad it, but I think he bought the wrong foam.  Good news:  a more experienced orthotist thinks he can bend and cut it down a little further.  (I sure hope so...)  It's getting really tough to walk, but I have to wait till next week/ Wed.

Tammy

[LisaJF]

Verdict Max? Brace fixed yet?

(by the way congrats on the weight loss!)

Lisa