Femur injury and muscle rcovery

[rvermeul]

thanks for your response. The surgery was to repair the shattered femur.

In regards to my diet, that is what is surprising to me. Our family eat very healthy and well balanced meals. My doctor told me the fact that I am fit should aid my recovery but again, that type of muscle loss that quick, I didn't expect. I hope to start physio at the U of Calgary next week and will look to being better than I was prior.

thanks again

[Canuck Physio]

That is what I suspected, however, how many days post surgery are you know?

What I meant about atrophy is the time post-surgery, although how and what you ate before surgery would no doubt be helpful, it is just a few days of immobility, limited movement due to surgery and resultant atrophy that can be significant.

If you previously trained, the it is likely that you will regain to prior level of activity more quickly. The key is really get going asap.

I don't doubt that you can get back to 100%, but I think it is everything you do - including diet (high in protein to alleviate muscle loss), physiotherapy, relaxation and rest to optimize all aspects of your recovery.

Regards

[rvermeul]

I am 18 days post-op. I see now and you're right, I basically did not eat for 7 days after. I had complications in my stomach and bowels after surgery and was not allowed anything due to a stomach tube for 2 days plus no appetite for the remainder. That makes sense.

thanks so much for taking the time to give me the advice and the insight. I plan to be busy once I get my physio note on Monday. I see lots of walking and biking as before.

cheers