Baaaaaad Dog!

So, I started my day with a visit to the podiatrist. I mentioned in my last post that Tucker had chewed up one of my orthodics.
(this pic really doesn't do Tucker's work justice...the entire heel of the thing is missing!)

Unfortunately these aren't your over-the-counter types...I had these cast-molded following surgery on both of my feet. When I called to get my appointment, the gal on the phone told me that the plate itself is virtually indestructible. I said, "weeeellll, this boy can chew through his metal kennel...and the heel of the insert is gone..." I remained hopeful.

One look at the orthodic and I was told that it was not salvageable, and this would require casting my feet again for a new pair. The good thing is that we were able to kinda step back and re-evaluate my activity level, and determined that I really need something different anyway. Alas, it's probably for the best - it's just VERY expensive!!!

By the way, I love my podiatrist! Chris Guerrieri, podiatrist extraordinaire, operated on both of my feet - it's been 6 (left foot) and 7 (right foot) years ago now, and pre-surgery, I would've never been able to do all of this running, biking, etc. So, if you're in need of a foot doc, check out Mid-America Foot & Ankle Specialists.

Now I wait for my new pair of orthodics to arrive. I expedited the order so it should be next week some time...