Today I went to see the surgeon, and he took x-rays. Originally he told me the bones would heal in 6-8 weeks. It's been 8 weeks now, and the bones are not healed. There is still a gap between them, but he says that will fill in in time. Apparently they were not clean breaks. Both bones have visible gaps on the x-rays.
On a more positive note, he's delighted with the range of motion I have. He's still talking about removing the metal in a year. He says that it will be an easier surgery and I don't necessarily have to have general anesthesia....
He didn't give me any restrictions, but I won't be doing any heavy lifting for a while-- my arm complains if I forget and try. I'll go back in 2 months. I hope I will see signs that the gaps are filling in then.
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