It has been a month since the second surgery. I am getting out the the cast of on July 8th and going into the boot. The last time I made the transition I mentioned doing a lift/wedge in the boot and my doc said it was not necessary.
Does anyone have advice on lifts/wedges? The boot I have from the last time is not adjustable.
I have been doing many more isometric exercises this time around - toe spreads and toe curls. I hope that will help. I really have no pain and have had none from the incision. I wish I had tried it earlier, but I ordered a knee walker for monthly rental fee of $140 - free shipping both ways - I have a vaction coming up in mid July and wanted to be more mobile. The company is KneeWalkerRental.com. - save $20 with save20 code at check out. I searched everywhere for a used one and they do not exist. They are crazy expensive to buy - $300 - $500 for what seems like a simple unit. You can buy a great bike for that much.
Here a two links to good article on rehab/PT for achilles I wanted to share. I thought they gave some good details - especially part 2.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Active-Rehabilitation-Of-An-Achilles-Tendon-Injury&id=887530
http://ezinearticles.com/?Achilles-Tendon-Rehabilitation—Part-2&id=887536
Also - does anyone have input on riding a bike outside? How much have others done safely in the boot or post boot with success?
I apprecaite your feedback and encouragement. The first month has gone by quickly.
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