So I just got off a FaceTime session with Guichet, and am quite sure I am going to go through with the surgery, likely this very summer. The cost isn't an issue, the pain I can handle, and I know I have the discipline to adhere 100% to the pre- and post-op training requirements. My ONLY, ONLY concern is making a 100% athletic recovery, and I mean 100% — even 99% recovery would be unacceptable to me (this is why I have decided to go with Guichet -- because of his emphasis on full recovery through a rigorous training regimen.)
Now, before you shoot my goal down as unrealistic, know this:
1) I am only lengthening 5cm, and not a mm more. Again, full recovery is my only concern, so I am being very conservative. Also, because I am already 176 cm tall, there isn't really a need for me to be greedy (Please don't lecture me about how I'm already "tall enough". That's subjective.)
2) As I stated above, I have the discipline of a Spartan, and will follow all of the doctor's guidelines TO A TEE, without exception.
I know that the only documented case of a 100% ATHLETIC recovery (not just of everyday functions), is ShyShy, who did the surgery with Guichet and followed his guidelines. And he lengthened 7.5 cm, a full 50% more than my goal.
What concerns me is that with the rest of Guichet's diaries, they are either incomplete (the patient just abruptly stops posting in the middle of their recovery), or the patient did not make a full athletic recovery. However, for this latter set, those patients either got greedy and continued clicking after Guichet instructed them to stop, or they did not adhere 100% to his training regimen. So it's hard to draw conclusions from these.
I am looking to get a better idea of how realistic 100% athletic recovery is, if I follow Guichet's instructions like ShyShy, AND only lengthen 5 cm.
I am looking for past LL patients who STUCK TO THE PROTOCOL and are willing to chat via phone/Skype about their experiences, good or bad. Guichet patients would be ideal, but that is not necessary. What's important is that you are a patient who was fully committed throughout the entire process and followed your doctor's instructions like gospel. Since this is such a big decision, I am willing to pay you for your time, via PayPal, Square, Venmo, or whatever method you prefer. If you're willing, please PM me.
Look forward to speaking with some of you,
Quincy
Past LLers willing to chat about your experience? I'll pay you for your time.
Quote from: Chestbrah on April 05, 2016, 05:41:22 PMSo I just got off a FaceTime session with Guichet, and am quite sure I am going to go through with the surgery, likely this very summer. The cost isn't an issue, the pain I can handle, and I know I have the discipline to adhere 100% to the pre- and post-op training requirements. My ONLY, ONLY concern is making a 100% athletic recovery, and I mean 100% — even 99% recovery would be unacceptable to me (this is why I have decided to go with Guichet -- because of his emphasis on full recovery through a rigorous training regimen.)
Imo, if you can't accept possibly never reaching your 100% pre-op athletic potential, then this surgery is best avoided. Amount of distraction is only one part of it. You could still run into complications that happen on the operating table, or your soft tissues could respond very poorly to the lengthening and you'll have problems at the 1st centimeter of distraction. I think it's very likely that you'll recover 100% of your walking ability, but unrealistic to think your running endurance won't take even a 1% hit.
KiloKAHN,
Thanks for your input. In your opinion, what do you think is realistic as far as athletic recovery, if one has a dogged commitment to the training, etc? How well have you personally recovered?
I didn't do the surgery yet, getting a 100% recovery is unlikely in though. If you are not willing to accept loosing some of your atheletic abilities, don't get this surgery.
Doing a resonable amount with a good Dr. seems like a safe choice, you will probably loose some explosiveness and endurance non the less.
You will NEVER reach your pre-op athletic potential,so dont expect that.But (assuming you wont have any problems in lengthening and recovery phase) you can still get to a decent athletic level.
This surgery is a trade off.You will have to sacrifice something for extra cms.Every LLer will trade their athletism with those extra cms and some will go further and trade their proportions too.
Quote from: Quincy on April 05, 2016, 06:11:07 PMKiloKAHN,
Thanks for your input. In your opinion, what do you think is realistic as far as athletic recovery, if one has a dogged commitment to the training, etc? How well have you personally recovered?
My walking and going up/down stairs is back to pre-op level. Running feels a bit weird and I have to stop quickly because of pressure that builds up, but I think I have CECS and it's something that not everyone will encounter. From what I've gathered, explosiveness and endurance are what take the biggest hits when running. I'm going to be reuniting with my old judo team on Monday and my old coach brought an extra gi so I can practice with them. I'll let you know how that goes and probably post a vid of what I'm able to do.
If 99% recovery is unacceptable to you, then I have bad news... You will not recovery 100%, it is impossible. You can have an excellent recovery, but 100% isn't happening. Based on what I've read and my dealing with sports injuries anyway...
@ Nightwish and others - Sure 100% not possible? Which are the worst results you've seen?
@OP - I know some patients who would be interested in talking. For how long would they have to talk? Would you sign a confidentiality contract? Do you want their real names? Would you expose them in the forum or keep the secrets for yourself?
100% Is not happening.
Quote from: programdude on April 06, 2016, 04:34:09 AM100% Is not happening.
this. Lurk more. See the compendium of diaries thread. What you want is not possible with current technology.
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