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Season is Over

georgeinsc

georgeinsc

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a bit over three weeks ago I tripped and when I set my left foot down HARD to keep from falling it lit me up like a firecracker. Pain was intense. Next morning very little plain so I ignored the knot on my ankle.

finally realized that the occasional tightness and stiffness was not going away so I got an appointment for this past Wednesday with an Foot and Ankle specialist.

My wife is a Retired RN who spent many years working in the Operating Room so I am told who I am to see.

Md Sent me for an MRI which I got that evening. Say the Md again on Thursday and he did surgery on Friday.

I had torn a tendon that controlled the toes/foot. When I stepped my foot would slap the ground and I had to be extremely careful that I got the foot up high enough to not trip and plant my face in the dirt.

So I sit here for the next two weeks with a huge cast and then 4 to 6 weeks in a walking boot.

Can not figure out how to detect and walk on crutches at the same time.
 

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I know the feeling. I winterized my boat and stored my bike 3 months ago because of past and future surgeries this year. Next year we'll be kickn butt and taking names!
 
Very sorry to hear that George !

Seems like as we get older it doesn't take as much to throw something out of whack !

After getting a hernia years ago I now try to make a conscious effort to remember to lift things the right way and even then not too heavy.

Maybe the finds in your detecting areas will pile up and be waiting for you when you can detect again !
 
A tough injury George. Sorry that it happened to you and that you detecting season is now over. Hopefully this forum will help to entertain you on your road to recover. Trapper
 
Omg.. that's gotta hurt. Bummer , but I think I have a solution. An aluminum shaft with a wheel on the end , strapped to your knee and calf..taking the weight off your foot. You are now "The wheel man".
 
Kob you come up with some stuff buddy! :laughing:


George sorry to see, Crazy we get old seems like a weekly thing there is a new pain. Good Luck and Hope you have a fast recovery.
 
about 3 months ago I had sharp back pain. Diagnose was weak core back muscles.

went to therapy for 2x per week for about a month and a half. Solved the problem.

My therapist who worked with me to restore weak back muscles told me the #1 problem with men getting older is not doing the proper exercise of all their muscles which leads to injuries from weak muscles.

I suspect she is right. I do a simple set of back exercises each day for about 20 minutes to keep my muscles toned up. Feel much better.
 
Soil Surgeon said:
Wishing you the best recovery possible .I recently found a Submariner's badge similar to yours . A Veterans Day thank you for your service .
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There were a few varieties of "Dolphins" over the years. The Navy started issuing them in the 20's. But the metal pin was not introduced until the 1940's. Prior to that they were cloth sewn on the sleeve

Officers wear a Gold pin and Enlisted wear a silver colored set. I purchased a pewter set as soon as we got back stateside from the three months away of which 64 of those days were submerged.

Mine were pinned on my shirt in August 67. Hardest thing I ever earned. Had to learn the boat . What to do in any situation and demonstrate that knowledge.

Then when you went to the next one you had to learn all the differences and demonstrate again your knowledge.

I served in five different submarines. We wear those Fish with Pride. They were Earned not given and not everyone is cut out to do what we did.
 
georgeinsc said:
There were a few varieties of "Dolphins" over the years. The Navy started issuing them in the 20's. But the metal pin was not introduced until the 1940's. Prior to that they were cloth sewn on the sleeve

Officers wear a Gold pin and Enlisted wear a silver colored set. I purchased a pewter set as soon as we got back stateside from the three months away of which 64 of those days were submerged.

Mine were pinned on my shirt in August 67. Hardest thing I ever earned. Had to learn the boat . What to do in any situation and demonstrate that knowledge.

Then when you went to the next one you had to learn all the differences and demonstrate again your knowledge.

I served in five different submarines. We wear those Fish with Pride. They were Earned not given and not everyone is cut out to do what we did.
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Thank you for your service !
 
Time for a break, eh George? Hope you get back out there right when the beach is laid bare, and riddled with treasure!
Here's an idea: If that foot fails you for too long, get rid of it! Get a good old fashioned peg leg that you can attach a scoop to. Soldier on!
No, really: Get well soon!
 
This must be a disappointing finish to your season. Take care of yourself and get well soon! I'm praying for you!

georgeinsc said:
There were a few varieties of "Dolphins" over the years. The Navy started issuing them in the 20's. But the metal pin was not introduced until the 1940's. Prior to that they were cloth sewn on the sleeve

Officers wear a Gold pin and Enlisted wear a silver colored set. I purchased a pewter set as soon as we got back stateside from the three months away of which 64 of those days were submerged.

Mine were pinned on my shirt in August 67. Hardest thing I ever earned. Had to learn the boat . What to do in any situation and demonstrate that knowledge.

Then when you went to the next one you had to learn all the differences and demonstrate again your knowledge.

I served in five different submarines. We wear those Fish with Pride. They were Earned not given and not everyone is cut out to do what we did.
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Thank you for serving our country. :yes:
 
Sorry to hear that George, heal up quick please. I am sympathetic as I have a bad right ankle from a dirt bike accident that keeps me hobbling and in pain intermittently. There is really no fix for my injury but I hope your is fully recoverable.

My Dad was a submarine Captain, skippered the USS Segundo. I grew up around submarines, sub bases and sub tenders. One of the boats he was on is in the river at Little Rock. The USS Razorback. I think he was XO on that one for awhile. The last time we went there (for a reunion) they fired up the number one diesel, a 1943 Fairbanks Morse and it ran just fine. Pretty fricken fabulous. I can't hardly believe Dad sailed diesel boats like those all over the globe, it seems absolutely crazy after crawling around through the guts of the Razorback a couple years ago for a recent look-see.
A double thank you for your service!
 
Dave my first boat was USS Cubera SS-347. Four 16 cylinder GMC diesels. Miss the sound of those old rock crushers warming up on a Monday morning. Maybe some day I will get over to North Little Rock to visit that old lady.
I have been privileged to make two visits to Cleveland to see the USS COD. Those guys up there have done a magnificent job of taking care of her. Met two of my old Cubera Shipmates up there a couple of years ago. Over 50 years just disappeared and it was like it was yesterday that we were punching holes in the ocean.






davedude said:
Sorry to hear that George, heal up quick please. I am sympathetic as I have a bad right ankle from a dirt bike accident that keeps me hobbling and in pain intermittently. There is really no fix for my injury but I hope your is fully recoverable.

My Dad was a submarine Captain, skippered the USS Segundo. I grew up around submarines, sub bases and sub tenders. One of the boats he was on is in the river at Little Rock. The USS Razorback. I think he was XO on that one for awhile. The last time we went there (for a reunion) they fired up the number one diesel, a 1943 Fairbanks Morse and it ran just fine. Pretty fricken fabulous. I can't hardly believe Dad sailed diesel boats like those all over the globe, it seems absolutely crazy after crawling around through the guts of the Razorback a couple years ago for a recent look-see.
A double thank you for your service!
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You know what you should do? Buy yourself a brand new metal detector to give you something to look forward to while you recover. Nothing will help you feel better than a gift for yourself :) Wishing you a speedy recovery though!
 
Sorry to hear of your injury. When I read your title of "Season is over", I thought for sure you were referring to the ground freezing up.

I just had a full hip replace on 10/14, but it does not matter that I am laid up because "The season is over" here in upstate New York. We got 14" of snow this past week, and the temp's are expected in the single digits by this weekend!

I see you live in SC, so hope you recover quickly, and the weather is warm enough that you can get back out there for some new exciting finds.
 
During the spring, summer and fall i concentrate on the local beahes. With an occasional visit to the beaches in the winter to see if just maybe the ocean has moved a bit of sand exposing some goodies.

During most of the time in the winter i can detect most of the time. Occasionally we get a cold snap but that usually lasts a couple of days.

Snow. folks in this area can tell you the date of every snow storm we have had over the past 40 years. So that white stuff rarely visits and that is just fine with me.

I will have to see how the walking boot works for me next week. Might be able to figure out a way to get out for a few hours Temps are supposed to be in the high 60's to low 70's this coming week.

I am getting saddle sores from riding this danged lazyboy.





Silver Fisher said:
Sorry to hear of your injury. When I read your title of "Season is over", I thought for sure you were referring to the ground freezing up.

I just had a full hip replace on 10/14, but it does not matter that I am laid up because "The season is over" here in upstate New York. We got 14" of snow this past week, and the temp's are expected in the single digits by this weekend!

I see you live in SC, so hope you recover quickly, and the weather is warm enough that you can get back out there for some new exciting finds.
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Sometimes I feel more sore , pain from being in a recliner to long than actually from out metal detecting for 3 hours. Even a wheelchair can help get you out of the house and moving around. At least you can use arm muscles, etc. Don't give up moving around somehow and getting fresh air.
 
I actually tend to feel better and have more energy when I can be active outside for a while, when I have too much time not being able to get enough exercise I tend to feel blah and sluggish.

Maybe try one of these to get around and detect until you can walk okay again, (with the cost you might have to rent one though :lol:)
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