(need) Scaphoid Fracture Recovery Advice

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dirtynoob

Cannon Fodder
I have this week been cut loose from an 8 week cast since breaking my right Scaphoid on the 5th of May & I have only one thing on the mind… when I can/should/will be back on the MTB...!

Can anyone who has had this unpleasant experience (or has some helpful insight) share some advice as to how soon I could take up riding again & if there is any steps I can take that would get me back on the bike sooner.

My particular break wasn't a complete shocker as the bone was not displaced, however it was fractured through the bone making it a full break.

Thanks for your help!
 
pharmaboy

pharmaboy

Eats Squid
So , what did the surgeon advise?

Because muscle wastage will be significant , you will want to ride without discomfort. It was about 13 weeks post non displaced scaphiod for me before first proper ride.
 
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dirtynoob

Cannon Fodder
My specialist recommended another 6 weeks after cast-off before even considering riding anything with two wheels. 13 weeks sounds like where I’ll be at as well, i'm on my 9th week now since the break.

Thanks for the links I have read through each & they are right on topic, very helpful.

I have been to one phisio appointment & booked in for Osteotherapy tomorrow... has anyone here had experience with osteotherapy before? I have only seen people mention physiotherapy.
 
funkymonkey

funkymonkey

Likes Dirt
I broke my right on my 21st birthday.

Cast for 10 weeks, then discoved that it got worse - permanent pin 2 weeks later.

Wasnt riding at that stage, but was approx 5 weeks after surgery before pain subsided enoght to use it. Still aches after a long ride and in cold conditions (10 years on monday)

I would seriously concentrate on muscle strengthening around the joint to protect it and ease yourself back ito the bike.

Good luck.
 
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