Nov 26 2008
Turkey, Shopping, Scar Care and Holidays
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!
