#foot cast

[sara-the-wizard]

Safe and Sound

Happy Valentines Day :)

[knowitall1998]

Hey! That's not weight bearing!!

[dominik528]

Billie Eilish performing "COPYCAT" at the Outside Lands Music Festival.

[knowitall1998]

Camo Cast 2023 :)

[teencaster]

One sunny afternoon, Ace was sitting in his wheelchair out in the yard, his leg propped up and covered in a bright yellow cast. He was enjoying the fresh air when his friend Jack came over. Jack had come to check on him, since Ace had broken his leg while trying to show off a cool skateboard trick.

"Hey, man! How’s the leg?" Jack asked, leaning on the fence.

Ace shrugged. "It’s okay. I mean, it’s kind of annoying, but I’m getting used to it. I can't wait to get this thing off, though."

Jack smiled and started walking over to him. But as he got closer, he noticed something strange. "Hey, I just realized something," Jack said, squinting down at Ace’s feet. "Your toes... they’re, like, curled down! I’ve never seen toes like that before!"

Ace looked down at his feet and laughed. "Oh, those? Yeah, they’ve always been like that. It’s just the way my toes are, I guess."

Jack blinked in surprise. "Really? I didn’t know toes could do that. Mine don’t do that! Can you, like, wiggle them or something?"

Ace grinned. "Wiggle them? I can’t even straighten them out! They're stuck like this." He tried to lift his foot, but the toes stayed bent downward, like little claws. "See? They just... curl down. It’s normal for me."

Jack was fascinated. "That’s so weird! Can you show me? I want to see if I can do it too!"

Ace chuckled. "I don’t think you can, Jack. It’s just how my feet are built."

Jack sat down next to Ace and, without hesitating, took off his shoes. He stretched out his toes and tried to curl them down the way Ace's did. But no matter how hard he tried, his toes stayed straight.

"I can’t do it!" Jack laughed, shaking his head. "It’s like... magic or something!"

Ace smiled and shook his head. "It’s not magic, it’s just how my bones grew. I’ve had them like this forever. But hey, don’t feel bad. Not everyone’s toes can do this!"

Jack poked fun, saying, "I guess I’m stuck with normal toes, huh?" He wiggled his toes and laughed, looking over at Ace’s foot again. "I think I’d rather have normal toes than ones that curl up like that."

Ace gave him a playful nudge. "Hey, don’t knock it ‘til you try it. Maybe someday, you’ll be able to join the club of ‘Toes That Curl.’"

Jack shook his head, still laughing. "Yeah, right. I’m good with my regular ones!"

As the two friends laughed together, the day grew warmer, and the yellow cast on Ace’s leg became a symbol of the weird and funny things that made them both unique. Even though Ace's toes were different, it didn’t matter. Jack liked him just the same. 

[teencaster]

David Turner is a seventh grader who has recently joined Maplewood Middle School, and though he's still new here, he’s already catching the attention of his classmates—though not for the usual reasons. David has both of his legs in bright green casts, from his knees all the way down to his toes. Yep, you read that right—both legs, and his toes are sticking out of the casts.

At first, some of us thought he was just another student with a sprained ankle or something, but when we asked, we learned there’s a lot more to his story. David actually had surgery on both of his legs and will be in the casts for several more weeks as he recovers. He’s been adjusting to school with his new casts, and while it’s been a big change for him, he’s handling it like a pro.

In this article, I’m going to take you inside David’s experience so far—what happened to him, what it’s like having both legs in green casts, and how he’s staying positive through it all.

A Little About David: The New Kid at Maplewood

David isn’t just a student with two casts—he’s also a new student here at Maplewood. He moved to the area just a few weeks before the surgery, so his first days here were already a bit unusual. Adding the casts on top of everything has made the transition even more interesting.

“I wasn’t really planning on starting at a new school with both legs in casts,” David says, laughing a little. “But I guess life doesn’t always go as planned, right?”

David’s move to Maplewood has been a big change. He was previously living in a different city, so he had to leave behind his old friends and start over. Still, he’s trying to stay optimistic and make new friends here, even though it’s a bit tricky with all the attention his casts get.

“It’s definitely been a weird way to start, but everyone’s been really nice to me so far,” David says. “At first, I felt a little embarrassed when people kept staring at my casts, but now I’m kind of used to it. It’s just part of who I am right now.”

What Happened to David: The Surgery

So, what exactly happened to David’s legs? Well, according to David, the surgery was something he’d needed for a while. He had been born with a condition called bilateral clubfeet, which meant his feet were turned inward more than usual. Over time, his legs and feet hadn’t been able to straighten out on their own, and doctors decided surgery was the best option to help him walk properly in the future.

“I had to have surgery on both legs because my feet were kind of twisted,” David explains. “It was something I could’ve lived with, but it would’ve made walking and running really hard as I got older. The surgery is supposed to fix it, though, and after I heal, my feet will be able to point straight like they’re supposed to.”

David had the surgery a few weeks ago, and the recovery process is pretty intense. It wasn’t just a simple fix; the doctors had to work on both of his legs. After the surgery, they put him in casts to hold everything in place while his bones and muscles heal. He’s expected to keep the casts on for about two more months.

“The casts are going to be on for about six to eight weeks, but they said I should be able to walk normally after that,” David says, clearly looking forward to the day when he can run around again. “It’s a lot of waiting, but it’s worth it.”

The Bright Green Casts

David’s casts are bright green, a color he picked out himself.

“I thought the green would be cool. Plus, I wanted something that would stand out, so people would notice my casts and not just look at me like I’m some weird kid,” he says, chuckling. “It’s like they’re a part of me now.”

The casts cover both of his legs, all the way up to his knees. And as if that wasn’t noticeable enough, David’s toes are sticking out of the end of each cast. Normally, casts cover everything from your toes to your knee, but in David’s case, the doctors made sure his toes were left uncovered. This is because his feet needed to be in a certain position to heal properly, and leaving his toes exposed helps keep them straight.

“It’s kind of weird at first,” David admits. “When I first saw them, I thought, ‘Wow, that’s a lot of green!’ But I’m getting used to it. I actually think it’s kind of cool that my toes are sticking out. It makes it easier for people to see them, and I guess I kind of like the attention.”

The exposed toes have definitely been a topic of conversation for a lot of students. Some people are curious about how it feels, and others just think it looks funny.

“I asked David if it tickled when his toes were sticking out of the cast,” says his classmate, Olivia. “He said no, it doesn’t tickle at all. I thought it would be like his feet were always cold or something, but apparently it’s not bad.”

David says he can’t feel his toes the way he would normally. Because of the surgery and the way the casts are positioned, his toes don’t move much, but they’re not uncomfortable either.

“I guess I don’t really notice them anymore. It’s just normal for me now,” David says. “But sometimes, when I see people staring at my toes, I laugh. It’s like, ‘Yeah, I know, it’s kind of funny-looking, but this is my life right now.’”

The Challenges of School Life with Two Casts

Living with two casts, especially as a new student, definitely has its challenges. For one thing, getting around is a lot harder than it used to be. David needs crutches to move around, and he has to be careful not to bump his casts into things. Going up and down stairs has become a huge challenge too.

“I’m lucky that the school has an elevator, but it’s still a pain to get around. I need help with a lot of things right now,” David says. “Luckily, I’ve got some new friends who help me out. My buddy Max helps me carry my books to class, and Mia always makes sure I get a seat at lunch that’s easy to get to. It’s nice to know I’m not doing this alone.”

David’s teachers have also been super helpful, especially when it comes to getting him the materials he needs to keep up with his work. He’s still adjusting to the slower pace of getting around, but he’s managing. One of the biggest challenges, though, is gym class.

“Gym class is a big challenge right now,” David admits. “I can’t play any sports or do anything active, so I just have to sit and watch. I guess that’s okay, but I miss being able to run around with the other kids.”

Despite the challenges, David is staying positive. He’s looking forward to when he can be more active again, but in the meantime, he’s taking things one step at a time.

“I try not to focus too much on what I can’t do,” David says. “I just take things slow and focus on getting better. I’ll be back on my feet soon, and then I’ll be able to do everything I used to do. I’m just happy that the surgery is going to help me in the long run.”

Getting to Know David

Even though David’s recovery is taking up a lot of his time, he’s still a pretty cool guy to hang out with. He’s super friendly, has a good sense of humor, and loves talking about his favorite video games.

“I’m really into Minecraft and Fortnite,” David says with a grin. “Even though I can’t be super active right now, I can still build stuff in Minecraft. It’s kind of like my escape when I can’t do anything else.”

David also enjoys reading books and watching movies, and he’s a big fan of superhero stories.

“I guess you could say I’m kind of like a superhero right now,” David jokes. “I’ve got these super cool green casts, and my toes are sticking out like they’re ready to take on the world.”

Despite all the attention his casts are getting, David seems to be settling in well at Maplewood. He’s made a lot of new friends in a short time, and everyone seems to admire his positive attitude and sense of humor.

“I think David’s really brave,” says his new friend Mia. “Having both legs in casts can’t be easy, but he doesn’t let it stop him from having fun and talking to people.”

A Bright Future Ahead

David’s story is one of resilience and optimism. He’s had to face a lot of challenges with his surgery and recovery, but he’s doing it all with a smile on his face. His bright green casts are a symbol of how he’s facing these obstacles head-on, and he’s excited for the day when he can finally take them off and get back to normal life.

“I know it’s going to be worth it in the end,” David says, looking down at his casts. “I just have to be patient and keep a positive attitude. The hardest part is over, and now it’s just about getting through the rest of the healing process.”

We’re all rooting for David as he continues his journey to recovery. And who knows? In a few months, we might just see him running down the halls of Maplewood, ready to take on whatever comes next.

[maybearobot-witu]

You wanna know how easily I can fall in love??

YOU WANNA KNOW??

I FELL IN LOVE WITH A GIRL WITH A CAST AT THE BOWLING ALLEY BUT BARELY EVEN TALKED TO HER.

[fuckedupmiki]

Broken foot "adventures". Cast twins outside the hospital. Can't bear any weight on my foot for at least 10 days, and goddamn, it's fucking frustrating. Please send me healing vibes <3