heelpatch

Infection responding reasonably well to erythromycin.  Cellulitis is all gone and there is less stiffness in the ankle joint.  Wound still has not completely closed, but there is a healthy looking scab over the last little open bit–about the size of a match-head.  Making acceptable progress on strength.  Discontinued PT.  Have been taking 8-10 mile bike rides which feel completely normal–not really working the tendon or calf muscles as much as I would like.  Can do a single leg heel lift with just a little cheating–best indication yet that the surgery actually accomplished something.  See MD in a week for follow-up on infection.  Will try again for clearance on some light running.