Quote from: StrydeNailChallenge on March 12, 2021, 04:33:03 AMHello SPhantom,
I am currently in month 7 and can do 3 miles in less than 25 minutes and 1.5 miles in about 12 minutes on grass, without pushing it too much. I believe I can be faster if I have to, especially if I train myself for a few weeks before making the record and also if the track is better than a grassland.
I believe the earliest I could do 1.5 miles under 16 minutes would be in month 4 in early December 2020, but never tried that then. I took it easy on speed, but worked on increasing distance, e.g., walked for over 10 miles per day. My avg. "Walking + Running Distance" so far in 2021 is 6.1 miles per day. After my last appt. with Dr. M. on Jan. 12th (Month 5) and getting his confirmation on full callus consolidation, I increased my speed.
I have a feeling any CLL'er with no serious issues during surgery or post-op should be able to run 1.5 miles under 16 minutes, latest one year after the surgery, but please double check with others to make sure of that. Best wishes on your future endeavors.
SPhantom,
I am wondering if you could record your 1.5 mile or 3 mile run. It would be good to know how you did before doing the surgery. Unfortunately I was never into running, so I did not record my time before the surgery. I do have that for swimming, though.
Femurs with Dr. Shahab Mahboubian - July 2020
Quote from: StrydeNailChallenge on March 16, 2021, 07:11:15 PM SPhantom,
I am wondering if you could record your 1.5 mile or 3 mile run. It would be good to know how you did before doing the surgery. Unfortunately I was never into running, so I did not record my time before the surgery. I do have that for swimming, though.
Yeah that's my plan. I am out of shape right now, but my 1.5 mile time is 17mins. I think within the next 2 months or so, after losing some weight I should be able to get it at the 14min mark. I am still saving up for the surgery so my plan is to get to a time of 10mins or so for the 1.5 mile within the next year or so. People are saying that you can recover around 80% of your running so that should put my goal at 12mins post LL, which is good enough for what I need it. I am also stretching my muscles every day and already preparing the surgery 2 years in advance, so that I will be at my best and won't have to worry about being sore.
Quote from: SPhantom on March 16, 2021, 09:54:30 PMYeah that's my plan. I am out of shape right now, but my 1.5 mile time is 17mins. I think within the next 2 months or so, after losing some weight I should be able to get it at the 14min mark. I am still saving up for the surgery so my plan is to get to a time of 10mins or so for the 1.5 mile within the next year or so. People are saying that you can recover around 80% of your running so that should put my goal at 12mins post LL, which is good enough for what I need it. I am also stretching my muscles every day and already preparing the surgery 2 years in advance, so that I will be at my best and won't have to worry about being sore.
Sounds like a carefully drafted plan. I agree with all the things you said.
Just wanted to remind you that it would get exponentially harder as you shorten your time. I think my timing of <25 minutes per 3 miles or 12 mins. per 1.5 miles are average and easy to achieve. However as you push it towards 6 and half minutes per mile [to achieve 1.5 miles in 10 mins.] things get exponentially difficult. Be careful with your knees. If you have access to a running track, then avoid running on hard floors.
Quote from: StrydeNailChallenge on March 16, 2021, 10:48:44 PMSounds like a carefully drafted plan. I agree with all the things you said.
Just wanted to remind you that it would get exponentially harder as you shorten your time. I think my timing of <25 minutes per 3 miles or 12 mins. per 1.5 miles are average and easy to achieve. However as you push it towards 6 and half minutes per mile [to achieve 1.5 miles in 10 mins.] things get exponentially difficult. Be careful with your knees. If you have access to a running track, then avoid running on hard floors.
Yeah I heard that too. I have a treadmill so that's what I am using for running right now. My plan is to also get an elevation mask and start wearing it while running, and eventually I am also going to be getting a weight vest, to increase the difficulty. The most important thing I have learned about mile times, is that pacing is the most important thing so hopefully the elevation mask helps to increase my lung capacity.
Quote from: readyprecisestryde on March 13, 2021, 10:10:10 AMI removed it couple of weeks ago. All Precise Stryde has been recalled by Nuvasive and there are corrosions on the Stryde. Nuvasive is recommending to remove the nail no more than a year. Please let us know when you hear back from your doctor.
Hi readyprecisestryde,
Dr. M. confirms there is rusting and corrosion on stryde nails, however he thinks I should not worry about the recall, as my surgery went well and my x-rays have been perfect.
My CLL surgery was back in July 23, 2020. Dr. M. had already told me [back in January] that I could remove the nails by March 2021. I am going to get that done soon; sometime in Month 8 post-op.
Hello SNC,
Awesome and the nail removal surgery is easier than the original surgery. It is not a walk in the park though. I am happy that I removed the nail and the corrosion was causing me a lot of anxiety. Good luck!
Day 252 (8 months and 9 days) Post-op - Hardware Removal Surgery
I removed the nails today (April 1st, 2021). All went perfectly 
The surgery started at 10:30am and by 2pm I was walking unassisted. So far, sitting and standing have been smooth, but I use my arms as support. I can use the restroom with no issues. I had an early release from hospital and was at home by 4pm Getting in and out the car was easy.
I feel a bit sore (hip area), but my plan is to avoid painkillers; and use ice packs instead. Overall this surgery been a lot easier to manage than I had imagined. I'll write more details soon and continue to update until full recovery.
Update @ 8pm pacific time: It's been over 4 hours since I got back home. I have continued to walk unassisted (short [<2minutes], and slow walks).
I have no pain, but my side hips are a bit sore. I had expected a lot more discomfort. Perhaps it's cause I was on anesthesia during the removal surgery, but I hope that's not the case, and it's because the removal causes little to no pain generally. I guess I'll find out soon!
I got sore throat which also propagates to my left ear. I have taken the two dozes of Pfizer, therefore I am not much concerned about covid-19, but it could be cold or flu.
Wow SNC, your nails are already out? I bet that's a record as well! Great to hear that the surgery wasn't too rough on you. It seems like the people who have the toughest time with nail removal are those who got four nails (in two segments) taken out all at once.
SNC - congrats! Add this to the book of CLLer Guinness book of records, which along with all your other feats has to put you at the top all-time! If I can do the journey in twice as much time as it took you with the same amount of success, I would consider that outstanding. Congrats again 👍
Quote from: BelowTheMean on April 02, 2021, 04:11:16 AMWow SNC, your nails are already out? I bet that's a record as well! Great to hear that the surgery wasn't too rough on you. It seems like the people who have the toughest time with nail removal are those who got four nails (in two segments) taken out all at once.
Thanks BelowTheMean,
I think you are right. I don't think anyone would dare to remove the nails in month 8. I think my quick consolidation phase was the main reason.
I however would not be surprised if we saw more stryder CLL'ers opting for an early removal around one year post-op (instead of 1.5 yrs or longer), due to the recall.
Did you already consult with your doctor about nail removal?
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