ScorpyStell's blog

I’ve been working out with kettlebells for almost 5 years now and have seen tremendous results. Everything from losing 40lbs to improved strength, speed, and athleticism, to being a more confident and successful person. It’s all about training the mind and body as a whole. Training hard really does carry over to every aspect of your life. I love my kettlebells and am always finding new ways of switching things up. Lately I’ve been getting more serious about testing my strength endurance and integrating kb timed sets into my workouts. This is a 10 minute Long Cycle test set I did after a fit test, kettlebell workout and some indian club work. I’m sure I could’ve gotten more reps had I done this earlier in the workout but I think it’s a good start. My new fitness goal for 2010 or later this year, is to work up to 130reps, compete in a Kettlebell Sport competition and of course, WIN! I think it’d be a good challenge, just to see how far I can push myself.

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10 months post op. Today I went back to see my orthopedic surgeon Dr. Veillette.

The purpose of this appointment was mainly for scheduling another surgery if I wanted. In my head, I was still contemplating on whether or not I should get my ’9cm, low-profile, pre-contoured, titanium Smith + Nephew clavicular plate and 9 screws’ removed. My gut said ‘No’ but I wanted to discuss it further just to make sure I’m making an informed decision that I won’t regret in the future.

I’ve got my full range of motion back, am able to lift heavy weights, have not been compromised in any way, and have not been experiencing much pain aside from if and when I happen to put weight on it or wear a messenger bag…and, I can still feel the hardware beneath my skin. Nothing major and life is good. The question: is it worth the risk of infection, a possible numb patch that may not reduce, and another scar? I don’t think so.

I was reassured that if kept, the plate will not deteriorate over time and was told that only 5% of his patients actually get the plate taken out. That’s a pretty small percentage. Plus, the only reason why one would take it out would be if the plate is uncomfortable (ie: acts up in cold weather), causes pain, or somehow comes loose (haha, and I doubt I’d have any problems with that esp since I have 9 screws!).

With that said, I have decided to keep my Titanium plate and live happily as a bionic girl. Finally, my clavicle adventure concludes

Thanks everyone for the kind words, support and for following me on my journey.

Dr. Veillette, if you’re reading this, thanks so much for everything – You’re the BEST! None of this would’ve been possible if it weren’t for the ORIF surgery. I’m extremely thankful to be back stronger and able to continue being athletic. Couldn’t have asked for much more than that! For anyone with shoulder issues and broken clavicles, you have my highest recommendation.