Tib/Fib Fracture 2-Year Recovery Update

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It's been 2 years since my tib/fib break. Here's my update... with a big goal on the horizon.
Zack Henderson is a strength coach in Nashville, TN.
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  • @ZackHenderson
    @ZackHenderson Жыл бұрын

    Tib/Fib Fracture Recovery Exercises: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lHaktsmaY8WwZ7A.html

  • @alsinclaire
    @alsinclaire7 ай бұрын

    I just broke my fib/tib on 11/26, and being less than 14 days into this journey your video has given me hope. Thank you so much.

  • @69thPredator

    @69thPredator

    4 ай бұрын

    How’s it coming along now? I broke mine back in October and after multiple surgeries, I’m 10 weeks post OP today and just started PT a few weeks ago.

  • @user-yy5kz9oe7i

    @user-yy5kz9oe7i

    3 ай бұрын

    I broke My tibia too on 11/21

  • @Tudalouu

    @Tudalouu

    2 ай бұрын

    I just broke my tibia on 6/1 will be a long road ahead. Hope everyone is healing up nicely. Easy to get depressed with a injury like this

  • @brogansymonowicz7592
    @brogansymonowicz7592 Жыл бұрын

    Nearly 5 months post surgery! I have just started some higher impact workouts and managed an 8 mile hike the weekend just gone. I’m definitely recovering quicker than expected but I have been following your recovery exercises so thank-you 💚

  • @doggiebaby5646
    @doggiebaby564611 ай бұрын

    Thank you Zack for the video. I fractured my tib fib last yr in April and has watched your videos that motivated me a lot. After 1 yr plus, I could jog, but not too far. As the rod is so securely tightened with those screws, I could feel tension around them while jogging. Thanks for the tips and videos. Amazing

  • @joshuaguffey
    @joshuaguffey5 ай бұрын

    Hey Zack! 👋 Really appreciate your videos, especially around the tip fib break. It's been 4 months to the day since I broke mine. It's encouraging to see how well you've recovered!

  • @darryl344
    @darryl3449 ай бұрын

    Zack, Thank you for the detailed and informative videos. I am now starting on my 5th month since my injury. My injury is what they call a Pilon Fracture, very similar to your injury and almost the exact hardware. Mine was caused by a waterski accident. Started weight bearing and walking. Still some pain but slowing getting better. Once again, thank you for the videos, I will start adding these exercises to my rehab.

  • @BrandEntMktg
    @BrandEntMktg5 ай бұрын

    Broke my Tib/Fib in 3 places doing a lot better after 11 months thx for your videos

  • @keklikavukati
    @keklikavukati Жыл бұрын

    I suffered the same injury a little over a year ago. Except my break was somewhere in the middle, and the bone was peaking out. It was hell a complete nightmare. I did not think I'd be back doing the activities I loved. After lying on my back for several weeks, I slowly started walking everyday using both my crutches. I gradually got to a point where I ditched one of the crutches then eventually both. I got myself a weighted vest and started hiking. I'm back skiing and doing everything I was before, like running. The nerves around the break are still tender and the skin is drier than normal. I scoured the internet to find people who went through something similar, & found you. I saw the rehab you put yourself through and your strong spirit - it was motivating to say the least. Thanks for opening up and posting your experience.

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing. The body's resilience is incredible.

  • @tamaradixon3280

    @tamaradixon3280

    Жыл бұрын

    I am really glad you mentioned the skin dryness! I had a bimalleolar fracture roller skating back in February (6 weeks pretty much today) with an internal fixation. I'm still in a boot, though I'm taking it out every day or so to try gentle exercises. I thought I was imagining it, but my foot is so dry!! I hope you are recovering well!

  • @imxephy2838

    @imxephy2838

    Жыл бұрын

    so you think i could play baseball after the same thing happened to me?

  • @satyawandhoundiyaldhoundiy2990
    @satyawandhoundiyaldhoundiy2990 Жыл бұрын

    It feel motivating that things get better thanku zack hope you r happy with the leg now

  • @spikeman1444
    @spikeman1444 Жыл бұрын

    Good for you Zack, I'm happy you're recovering well.

  • @Victor.Vicky.
    @Victor.Vicky. Жыл бұрын

    I loved the video bro.Keep Updating and thank you for the support❤

  • @jimmyc177
    @jimmyc1777 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this encouragement.

  • @DaveMcInerney
    @DaveMcInerney Жыл бұрын

    Hi Zack, I'm 7 post break. Your videos and guidance with rehab were fantastic. Similar milestones to you. Just starting little jogs and this seems to be the last thing to come good. Only other thing I can recommend for everyone to assist in recovery was cycling, helped the leg recover quickly, ankle flexion and supplied blood to the reduced muscle areas. I just did cycle classes.

  • @LuminairPrime
    @LuminairPrime6 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the videos!

  • @parulrahat7446
    @parulrahat7446 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the update so glad to hear your going to try for Marathon! I have a tibia fracture your vids have helped massively 😊 now I’m on the exogen device to help with delayed Union 😅

  • @iglooshoe12
    @iglooshoe12 Жыл бұрын

    I was waiting for this video!!!

  • @cupcaketunes
    @cupcaketunes8 ай бұрын

    Day 1 of recovery from a fractured fibula. Keeping my mind positive. I appreciate the videos and will add your exercises to my at home rehab playlist to implement once it’s safe to. Thanks for sharing your story and updates! 🙏🏽

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    7 ай бұрын

    Wishing you a speedy recovery! Keep us posted.

  • @skoorbasil
    @skoorbasil Жыл бұрын

    A half marathon!! How exciting! Hope you have a fantastic race! Cheers to you🍺

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Lisa!

  • @user-sl2bb3ny3m
    @user-sl2bb3ny3m7 ай бұрын

    Really u r an inspiration❤

  • @Dan-km8zy
    @Dan-km8zy Жыл бұрын

    And you came back stronger than ever, pumping out the best kettlebell videos 👍 Very cool story man

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Doing my best ;)

  • @Bronu282
    @Bronu2824 ай бұрын

    Thanks for your vid broke my tibia in a car accident one month ago I’m so frustrated with crutches

  • @tcookstrong
    @tcookstrong Жыл бұрын

    This makes me want to go for a run. 😅 Can’t wait to hear about how this goes!

  • @arrivendrive6831
    @arrivendrive6831Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your videos. I am 50 years old and was very athletic until i had a compound tibia fracture. The brake was a little below the middle of the tibia. It was a break allthe way through and i thought i would not be able to ever jog. Its been 11 months and i am up to a two block jog. I hope to be able to run again like you. I dont know if it will be possible but your videos give me hope.

  • @brutalnature5481
    @brutalnature54813 ай бұрын

    Broke tib fib on January 30th, 2024. One was up high and one was low. I’m finally ready to begin PT. Life has changed, but I’m hopeful that I can get back to normal. I’ve turned 50 since the accident.

  • @chrisnaidu5553
    @chrisnaidu5553 Жыл бұрын

    It’s such an encouraging video!

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Chris!

  • @689johansonvevo
    @689johansonvevo Жыл бұрын

    Your my inspiration bro ..my injury wasn't bad compared to yours I fractured my fibula but I remember the way your videos helped me when I was on the couch ...I am now running again but hey I'm getting older anyway

  • @candiileith
    @candiileith Жыл бұрын

    I broke my tibia last year September. I was shot in a hijacking. I am a very active person and your first video really helped give me ideas and hope. I am still in the rehabilitation phase but i am back crossfit and able to run for 3 minute intervals on a flat surface. Thank you for this update.

  • @sadiemellow

    @sadiemellow

    10 ай бұрын

    OMG!

  • @reudenisnayve7379
    @reudenisnayve737910 ай бұрын

    5 weeks after surgery! Thanks for this video 🤍

  • @kendrafrench7198
    @kendrafrench71986 ай бұрын

    I broke my left tib, fib and ankle and broke my right foot. I’m 3 weeks post op (2 surgeries) and trying to learn how to do everything I possibly can to stay sane and heal physically. Thank you so much for sharing your experience!!

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    6 ай бұрын

    Most welcome. You got this.

  • @satomi456
    @satomi456 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for posting. You're videos have really helped me through my fib break. I've just began physical therapy 6 weeks in and I was so surprised at what I could do. I credit you and nutrition with that (I watched your videos the day after my break). Thanks!

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Most welcome! wishing you the best!

  • @tamaradixon3280

    @tamaradixon3280

    Жыл бұрын

    We have a sinilar timeline! I hopefully start PT in two days 🤞 Finding others who have gone through the same thing is really helpful. I hope your recovery is going well!

  • @satomi456

    @satomi456

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tamaradixon3280 it really is. PT has been amazing. The amount of mobility I've gained already is insane. My physical trainer was impressed! To be fair, I think it's cause I do the exercises atleast twice a day 🤷🏾‍♀️ I agree finding others that are similar really helps. Good luck on your PT! You got this!

  • @satomi456

    @satomi456

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tamaradixon3280 how did your PT go?

  • @satyawandhoundiyaldhoundiy2990
    @satyawandhoundiyaldhoundiy2990 Жыл бұрын

    Well done bro

  • @Pollo5354
    @Pollo5354 Жыл бұрын

    Good look on tha Run!!!

  • @driesleegwater5345
    @driesleegwater5345 Жыл бұрын

    one week ago, i broke my fib 2 times and my tib 1 time, it was during a football match, and its broken all the way down to my ankle. this video really motivates me to do exercises so that the bone quikly recoveres.

  • @satyawandhoundiyaldhoundiy2990
    @satyawandhoundiyaldhoundiy2990 Жыл бұрын

    U r motivating looking for your marathon video

  • @cheapthrills2626
    @cheapthrills2626 Жыл бұрын

    Get well soon buddy

  • @davebrooks8636
    @davebrooks8636 Жыл бұрын

    I watched your videos right after getting home from hospital with tib fib fracture. Ice slip on mountain bike. Mid 50s overweight but very active. Your videos helped me get off my butt and use all the tools you demonstrated vigorously daily. Doc scolded for too much too fast but reduced reps and still followed your tips. 4 months in and getting to 75 percent.

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you're getting after it Dave! Wishing you the best.

  • @WhoIsJonHarris
    @WhoIsJonHarris Жыл бұрын

    Liked the video before I even watched the whole thing. Cuz I know what I’m getting here. I’ll let this thing play to the end.

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Ha! Thanks bud!

  • @nathanisobal5470
    @nathanisobal5470 Жыл бұрын

    Do you plan on leaving your hardware in or taking it out. And can you provide an explanation. Thanks. I am in the same boat as you . Inspiring stuff 👍

  • @whatsuphonkycat
    @whatsuphonkycat Жыл бұрын

    attacked in nyc in Dec 22', broken tib n fib as a result, titanium rod and screws followed.... 3.5 months post op currently... been riding 150/200 miles a week on the bike... signed up for my first Ironman in Sept... your old videos def helped motivate me early on so thank you... and appreciate this followup! Runnings been hard, still have some pain and a slight limp but I push through it. My advice: its all about blood flow... and with the titanium hardware youre not going to reinjure it unless you get hit by a car... so push through the pain, and do it early on. I'm 39... and plan on being 101% by summer. The stationary bike is the best tool imo.

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Sorry that happened Paul. Let us know how the IM goes!

  • @whatsuphonkycat

    @whatsuphonkycat

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ZackHenderson thanks man! Good luck in your half and enjoy the training! 💪🏼

  • @TimoYJh

    @TimoYJh

    Жыл бұрын

    @@whatsuphonkycat Hey just curious, about a month ago I broke my fib & tib, have surgery with titanium rod and screws to hold it up. Just wondering did you went for another surgery to take out any of the titanium and does it feel anything uncomfortable after the recovery? 🥲

  • @whatsuphonkycat

    @whatsuphonkycat

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TimoYJh no, mine are staying in forever … little weird to think about, in the beginning I could def feel the screws a bit through the tender skin… but now I’m 4+ months post op and have no pain, running no problem, and can not feel the hardware at all

  • @cdharphale

    @cdharphale

    10 ай бұрын

    I had same surgery last year, my doctor recommended to keep hardware inside..no more surgery untill it bothers. I am a mother 40 yr old . It's hard to accept that hardware in your leg ..but with time you started accepting it

  • @HangNguyen-di3bm
    @HangNguyen-di3bm Жыл бұрын

    Zack how is your dorsiflexion today? I'm at 3.5 months post compound fracture tib/fib. Wish you luck in your race!

  • @mattfields4934
    @mattfields4934 Жыл бұрын

    TWICE! i did this injury 8 years ago... now ive just done it again 2 months ago... I now have 4 plates, and 20 screws... I do not recommend doing this injury twice. The second time around, your bones just dont stand a chance! I remember how long it took 8 years ago, to get anything close to normal was a stretch. Only 2 months in, and re-living all the same experiences from the first time..... I think i prefer the pain to the restless legs at night - its gonna be a long end to the year!

  • @jodomo4279

    @jodomo4279

    10 ай бұрын

    Sorry to hear that man. It was the other ankle this time, right?

  • @mattfields4934

    @mattfields4934

    10 ай бұрын

    Nope... same one. @@jodomo4279

  • @turnbull333mt
    @turnbull333mt Жыл бұрын

    I’m at the 5 month mark from basically that exact same injury. Thank you for sharing your story.

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Most welcome. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

  • @ayushparajuli4432

    @ayushparajuli4432

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey sorry to hear that. But can you walk fully now? I am at 3 months and i haven't been able to put any weight on it.

  • @turnbull333mt

    @turnbull333mt

    Жыл бұрын

    Yep I can walk. Def not completely normal yet as there is still pain. Certain times of the day it hurts more than others and I limp pretty bad when it does. Seems like I am a little worse off than Zack was at 6 months but not by much. Balance on the broken leg is the hardest part. I was full NWB for 13 weeks so I didn’t even start setting any weight on it until then. It’s a LONG road and I’ve definitely had ups and downs mentally.

  • @ayushparajuli4432

    @ayushparajuli4432

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @aaamianamika5691

    @aaamianamika5691

    7 ай бұрын

    I was on bed with tib fib fractures - for almost 8 months. ( I had 8 fractures in total). It took me from 2022 feb to 2022 Sept to walk with the help of a walking stick. @@ayushparajuli4432

  • @moonlee9898
    @moonlee98984 ай бұрын

    I just broke my distal Tib&Fib in a skatepark just like you. So thankful to know the recovery process you've been through. I knew you do not want to remove the hardwares. Since I am an addicted roller skater/skier, so I am pretty worried about the hardwares might cause some pain when wearing a very tight and stiff skate/ski boot. If so, I am definitely gonna remove all of them. I am wondering if you went to the ski resort this season? How do you feel? Thanks bro.

  • @cheapthrills2626
    @cheapthrills2626 Жыл бұрын

    Ur a fighter

  • @moonrise141
    @moonrise1414 ай бұрын

    It has been 4 years of my tibia fracture surger, but still I have pain in my knees and feet after long-standing.

  • @shantanusapru
    @shantanusapru Жыл бұрын

    Congrats on your recovery, Zack! Good to know you're pretty much fully recovered!

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Shantanu!

  • @muhammadafif4805
    @muhammadafif4805 Жыл бұрын

    I broke my tibia and fibula 2 years ago, and got titanium rod in tibia but my fibula still broken and i still cannot run perfectly, 😢😢😢😢

  • @aaamianamika5691

    @aaamianamika5691

    7 ай бұрын

    Me on the same situation

  • @robs1714
    @robs171411 ай бұрын

    5 months since my trimal fracture. Can ALMOST hit bottom of my old squat position before my fracture but it’s not quite there

  • @MumbleBee10
    @MumbleBee10 Жыл бұрын

    Hi. I'm going through the same situation. Both are broke near ankle and had to have surgery that night. Question is how did your knee feel after 3 months. I'm not full weight yet while in air cast and crutch. The more I try to put weight or stand I feel like my knee is going to give out or fall forward. And that is without my boot on Just trying to stand a little bit. I just wonder if that was a common thing.

  • @ernestslejnieks4493
    @ernestslejnieks44936 ай бұрын

    I broke my fibia and tibula about an month and a half ago too at the EXACT place where you broke them had an surgery like 3 weeks ago, have been healimg great in abt an week getting off my cast

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    6 ай бұрын

    Hope you’re healing well!

  • @iancalataro9640
    @iancalataro96405 ай бұрын

    Its been 2 months and 11 days after my surgery... Ok hope soon i could be able to walk like before.

  • @spymelon165
    @spymelon1658 ай бұрын

    hello got recovered for the same injury what shoes ur using for daily use to support your ankle or foot . thanks

  • @peterspencer6523
    @peterspencer6523 Жыл бұрын

    same break here. im almost 2 years post opp, when i run i still get pain every step when running. did you get the hardware taken out?

  • @LRogers7071
    @LRogers7071 Жыл бұрын

    did you have any numbness in foot if so how long did that numbness subside? I suffer from left foot a tib/fib break, broke mine day after last year Christmas.

  • @kaloyansl
    @kaloyansl Жыл бұрын

    Hello Zack thank you very much for the videos. I have similar injury but not from skiing. My question to you that i think you did not mentioend "Are you going to ski again ?". Because im not sure how good is to leave the metal and what would happen if somehow you break the leg again.

  • @kaloyansl

    @kaloyansl

    Жыл бұрын

    Forgot to mentioned that i broke it a liitle above the ankle while i was running downhill on ice terrain.

  • @aaamianamika5691
    @aaamianamika56917 ай бұрын

    Doesn't it hurt when you started to run? I broke my tib- fib in 2022 Feb and still struggles to run or even fast walking. I am planning to take the plates and screws in 2024 June.

  • @donnaedwards9687
    @donnaedwards968722 сағат бұрын

    Thank you for this video. My tib fib ankle. Break put me thru hell. Did your foot hurt when u started weight bearing?

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    17 сағат бұрын

    There was some uncomfortable pressure in the ankle, but no pain in the foot

  • @mathanranjith817
    @mathanranjith8177 ай бұрын

    Sir full speed running video uploaded please

  • @valentinaperlaska9498
    @valentinaperlaska9498 Жыл бұрын

    Do you plan to leave the screws and plates in? I just had ankle surgery as well and wondered. God bless

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    I do!

  • @rooseveltjames2387
    @rooseveltjames23874 ай бұрын

    Hi Zack! Thanks for sharing. I broke my fibula just over a year ago (no surgery needed) and the ankle swelling remains. I've attempted to run a few times but the tightening of the calves and the knee pain has been unbearable. The knees have gotten worse which has limited my ability to do lunges and squats. I was runner prior to the incident (5 miles daily) so the psychology of it all has been another battle. What's been your routine (diet, exercises, etc( to get you to be able to do half marathon. My 2yr anniversary is Dec 2024.

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    4 ай бұрын

    Mostly what you see in the rehab video (check the playlist in description). New 3-year update coming soon

  • @johnslossenger6482
    @johnslossenger6482 Жыл бұрын

    Good luck with your half marathon

  • @nhungquynh6187
    @nhungquynh6187 Жыл бұрын

    How long do you think we can back to gym and work out after have tibial plateau fracture

  • @nhungquynh6187

    @nhungquynh6187

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm 20 yo and doing gym 2 years I can said I:m fit girl 😅 is that possible for me to go back to the gym and doing workout with light weights and bands ?

  • @Larissa-of3qt
    @Larissa-of3qt Жыл бұрын

    I've broken tib/fib from a few places (when walking on the street with flat shoes - sober :)) had surgery 11 months ago.Stll not healed. I am still on crutches and doctors say this is nounion and need another surgery but they don't promise that they wll get it right so they said might need 2-3-4 more surgeries until they get it rght. Ive had second, third, forth opinion from different doctors and they all say the same thing. I've been doing physio for the last 6 months and using Exogen device for the past 2 months. Still nothing! No imporvement whasoever. I am 48, eat healthy, always exercised all my life, sleep well, drink plenty of water) Take my Collogens for the bone, vit D, C,, K, Calcium, milk, plain organic yoghurt, bone soup etc..

  • @cheapthrills2626
    @cheapthrills2626 Жыл бұрын

    My ankle is not functioning well can not do squats 4 month have been done will this be improve with time

  • @kaloyansl

    @kaloyansl

    Жыл бұрын

    No worries it depends on the break. While most of they may looks simillar the people recover differently. I have broken both bones down to the ankle (ankle not affected). So after 3.5 months im just starting with walking without any crutches, while some people on the second month , although breaks looks "almost" the same. My biggest impact was on the ankle dorzi flektion that prevents from doing most of the squats and so on.

  • @jataylorm855
    @jataylorm855Ай бұрын

    It’s is the worst I’m suffering after breaking my fibula compound fracture after 5 years the pain is getting worse

  • @cheapthrills2626
    @cheapthrills2626 Жыл бұрын

    Did you develop osteoarthritis arthritis

  • @faldiesolomon3553
    @faldiesolomon3553 Жыл бұрын

    Hope you don't mind me asking. Has the hardware been removed or do you still have it in? What does that look like long term?

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    Plan on keeping it all in!

  • @faldiesolomon3553

    @faldiesolomon3553

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ZackHenderson Is that the better option? I had my surgery three weeks ago, lower fibula break. Got the stitches out yesterday. Started non-weight bearing exercises today. Was just wondering what's best regarding hardware. Thanks for your help.

  • @ZackHenderson

    @ZackHenderson

    Жыл бұрын

    @@faldiesolomon3553 I have no discomfort and it beats getting filleted again. That's my doc's recommendation.

  • @faldiesolomon3553

    @faldiesolomon3553

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ZackHenderson Thanks Zack. Appreciate your response. LOL at filleted.

  • @dasgupta35
    @dasgupta35 Жыл бұрын

    I have trimalleolar fracture . After recovery I can also be good as you I guess