heeling’s Achillesblog

Entering week 3 after opting for non-operative protocol based on my own take on all the research & the helpful comments from all of you. I have my first physio appointment tomorrow, which is quite impressive on the UK NHS. But this is just an initial assessment so we’ll see … Have also booked a private physio appt at sports clinic for next week so can decide later whether this is worth continuing (& paying for). And got a call from my OS secretary today saying he wants to see me at week 5 (prior to this I just had an appointment for week 7). She also said he advised me to remove 1 wedge from boot (ie go from 6cm to 4cm lift). Told her I had already done that! Am doing ankle and other exercises every day as recommended by UWO protocol & have started PWB on crutches. But still using knee scooter for big trips out.
Am also enjoying a week off work as the children are on holiday here, and getting out & about is helping lift my spirits! I normally work from home so it’s great to have a break although know I am lucky in this regard as have not had to have a single sick day off work so far.
Wishing everyone a good recovery.