Sep
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3 months Post Op
September 10, 2009 | |
Hello everyone, just checking in to give you all an update on my progress. I have completed 14 PT sessions to date and feel that I am making steady progress. I’m still trying to build my strength and flexibility. Iwould say I am 60% of the way there. I can do some brisk walking / slow jogging with a slight hitch in my stride but I can walk at a normal pace with pretty much no limp if I am concentrating. As far as strength goes, I think I have a ways to go. I still can’t do a single leg heel raise. I can akwardly walk on my tip toes though. I’m currenlty taking a two week break from PT as I am traveling outside the US. I continue to do the daily stretches and exercises given to me by my PT. In terms of flexibility, I would say its getting better every week. Especially the mornings which are not so bad anymore. There is still a little stiffness but that goes away after a few steps. I recommend stretching your achilles and calf every night before you go to bed. It has made a difference for me the morning after. I’m scheduled for 2 more PT sessions when I get back and thenI have my 4 month follow up with the doctor. I’ll post another update once I hear what the doctor has to say about my progress.