Time flies….
Wow, it’s hard to believe how much time has passed since my injury / surgery. Here’s a quick update:
I continue to gain more and more strength each day and can now walk with no noticeable limp. I am still noticeably weaker in that leg, especially doing calf raises, but my gait is nearly normal and I can walk / run with very little issues.
The only lingering issues are the scar area and heel. The scar area still gets red and a little inflamed when I’ve been on my feet for a while.
The heel is my biggest problem to date. I have some amount of pain in my heel every day. If I’ve been on my feet a lot the heel pain is pretty severe to the point that I can’t hardly stand on it. Hopefully this will pass eventually as well.
Good to hear that your recovery is advancing well. I am looking forward to walking without a limp!
My surgeon suggested a brace with heel pump to help the circulation in the tendon area. It has a cushion of air under the heel and arch of the foot with which you can pump air. It might help your heel pain. AirHeel (Pneumatic Achilles Wrap) by Aircast
See something similar at this page:http://www.physioroom.com/product/Aircast_Plantar_Fasciitis_AirHeel/3120/37985.html
I have pain in the heel after standing a lot, but I hope it will go away with time???
Good luck.
Comment by 2ndtimer — September 20, 2009 @ 9:31 pm
So great to hear another success story - gives those of us further behind so much hope!
Best wishes,
Sam
Comment by sam66 — September 21, 2009 @ 2:30 am