7 weeks post surgery and 9 weeks post injury I am down to walking in the boot with one crutch almost full time.
Today was my second session of physical therapy. The therapist said that most people have zero degree range of motion and I am at three degrees coming right out of the boot. He is impressed with my range of movement and what I can do in such a short period of time. ALL GOOD NEWS!
Given all the horror stories I have read online about these lisfranc injuries, I must say I am doing remarkably well.
This week has been the best yet! I am walking up and down the stairs with the aid of crutches, and now that I am down to one crutch I have one hand free! I feel so much more independence! I felt for the longest time that this day would never come. I feel so great, am in such good spirits, and feel so blessed to have amazing doctors to be treating me.
When I went to the doctor's office at six weeks post injury, I had no clue what to expect. I was even more nervous visiting the pt for the first time, but all has turned out great. I whole heartily believe that it has been the positive attitude that has made all the difference.
I can't wait for the one year anniversary where I can blog for the last time and hopefully post that I am a success story!
Started off non weight bearing on a scooter, then in the boot using two crutches, now down to the boot and one crutch! Progress made!
Hey, very nice site. I came across this on Google, and I am stoked that I did. I will definitely be coming back here more often. Wish I could add to the conversation and bring a bit more to the table, but am just taking in as much info as I can at the moment. Thanks for sharing.
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