Zee 0 #1 September 19, 2004 I have a dilemma and I could use a little help. I'm trying to get myself back in shape so I can hit the slopes with some confidence once the snow arrives. My leg is feeling better but it still don't look none too good he he he. Here's the dilemma: My left lower leg (the one that I broke) is now about 2 inches wider than my right lower leg. My right thigh is now 3 inches wider than my left thigh - I've got crazy legs. The fact they look goofy as all hell is one thing but, my foam fitted racing boots won't fit any more and I need to equalize my lower legs somewhat before I go and spend $700 on a new pair....... How in the hell am I supposed to even the shit out? I mean, I go hill climbing and work out at the gym about 4 times a week but the more I work out the bigger difference I see. Any bright ideas? Peace, Z Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #2 September 19, 2004 Get two different boots? I'd talk to a sports theropist about this. LTdiver is one on here.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #3 September 19, 2004 Hey, Franz Klammer had no stinkin' foam fitted racing boot! good enough for him, good enough for you!!! Uh... I have no bright ideas. And being a skier, I know how much it sucks... "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #4 September 19, 2004 Shit, have you seen Herman Maier's shin after his motorcycle accident? Geez that thing is HUGE. I mean, it's at least 28 inches around. It doesn't actually look like a shin anymore. They managed to make a boot that works for him some how. Maybe I should give him a buzz. Anyone got his number? But hey, if there are any physical therapists out there, who can show me some exercises that might help, I'd certainly appreciate it. Peace, Z Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crwmike 0 #5 September 19, 2004 QuoteI have a dilemma and I could use a little help. I'm trying to get myself back in shape so I can hit the slopes with some confidence once the snow arrives. My leg is feeling better but it still don't look none too good he he he. Here's the dilemma: My left lower leg (the one that I broke) is now about 2 inches wider than my right lower leg. My right thigh is now 3 inches wider than my left thigh - I've got crazy legs. The fact they look goofy as all hell is one thing but, my foam fitted racing boots won't fit any more and I need to equalize my lower legs somewhat before I go and spend $700 on a new pair....... How in the hell am I supposed to even the shit out? I mean, I go hill climbing and work out at the gym about 4 times a week but the more I work out the bigger difference I see. Any bright ideas? Peace, Z The increase in the difference in size isn't unusual in recovering from injury. You're overusing the uninjured leg compensating for the injured one. I'd suggest working with a physical therapist specializing in sports injuries and rehab. Good luck! Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #6 September 19, 2004 Quote The increase in the difference in size isn't unusual in recovering from injury. You're overusing the uninjured leg compensating for the injured one. I'd suggest working with a physical therapist specializing in sports injuries and rehab. Good luck! Michael Oddly enough, my left lower leg, the one that I broke, is the bigger one. I think this might be due to the Four Compartment Fasciotomy and the very large calcium deposits (or whatever they're actually called) that surround the points where my leg was broken. I'm not really worried about my thigh since I can feel it getting stronger every day. I think the lower leg will pose a bigger challenge. I guess a good physical therapist is what I really need. Thanks, Z Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
