The Rupture

I’m in my 10th week and time & progress seems to have slowed down. Can’t get rid of my limp.  With the holidays upon us, I have to make sure I get my exercising in regardless of how tired or busy I’ve been.  Hard to do.  I’m tempted to get out to the after Thanksgiving black Friday sales, like a crazy person.  Any of  you intrepid US ATRers (that should be a real word) ready to face the masses and “run” out for the sales?  How about you ATRers in other countries? When do you start doing your Christmas sales?  I’m totally 2 shoes now and haven’t even slipped the boot on for security when out & about.  Just tight and a bit irritated feeling on part of the incision.

Seems that around the scar where its rubbed by my shoe, I’ve got this pins & needles irritation.  Asked my PT about it & was told to keep massaging the Achilles & scar as the nerves are growing back.

Trying to do one legged semi-squats doesn’t work too well yet.  My balance is shot.  I’ll have to keep working on that.  My routine, 2 or more sets of 2 legged 10 heel raises on the stairs per day.  Massage scar and Achilles.  I rub vitamin E over the scar.  Ride the stationary bike for a few miles, making sure I keep my heel low and use good technique.  15 minutes on the treadmill making sure I’m using good heel toe action. I find this the hardest.  The PT keeps telling me I’m still favoring my right and not pushing off adequately.  She says it’s strong enough.  Though it’s tight and stiff, I should be able to walk without the limp.  Hard to do that.  I’m trying hard not to but it’s like I forgot how to walk right!  Crunches and hip extensions using a stability ball. I try to swim 3Xs a week at least.  Now that I’m down to 1 PT/week I hope to get to 4X for swimming.  I “jog” in the pool too.

PT visits are now 1/week.  Usually start out with laser & ultasound followed by massage.  Then on to Achilles stretches.  Balance on the dome, station 2 (upside down) 2 & 1 legged.  1 legged clockwise, counter-clockwise, front & back on Baps (Biomechanical Ankle Platform System)  board.  One legged press & 1 legged toe raises on the shuttle using 4 & 3 bands.  Next week she wants me working on a slight “jog” and cutting!

Happy Turkey day guys!  I’m thankful my guys are not making the meal & I’m fit enough to do it!

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