I had the same sprain/break. I broke one of the (I'm not a doc so wording will be unofficial lol) spur bones, or the bone that looks like a triangle. Also as you said, multiple fractures and contusions. I also had what the ortho said was a fiberous tear on the tendon. I wore one of the stupid boot things (well at least thats what I told him I did) for about a week and a 1/2 or so before I couldnt stand it anymore. I limped around for 3 months. It got better, but stayed sore for at least a yr, yr 1/2. I say use the thing best you can. I went hunting and 4 wheeler riding etc. It hurt but the doc said realistically you cant do much more damage and if hunting is that important then just do it. I did not take pain killers either. I know everyone is different with pain tolerance so maybe you cant use it. If it was me I'd be biking and hiking the best I could. Around town and stuff I'd use the boot and crutches. I say good luck with what ever you decide. I hope I didnt sound like a jerk or a know it all, cause that was not my intention. I was just giving you my experience with a similar problem, and a sort of pep talk. Have fun. Tony Robbins, I mean Todd Lauster:laughing:
