Its Been 3 Months Since Lisfranc Struck

I thought October would never come.......
When I was first diagnosed with the Lisfranc ligament tear and was told I wouldn't be walking until late September, (that was in July) it sounded so far away.  I am happy to report that I am walking part time in the boot and part time in sneakers.  Exactly three months after the fall.

I can happily report that I am making lots of progress.  In just four weeks time I have gone from using two crutches and the orthopedic boot, to half sneakers half boot.  AMAZING!  I must attribute my success to my physical therapist; this guy is amazing and knows exactly what exercises my foot needs to become stronger with each visit.

I have great days, good days, and bad days.  Unfortunately I do have a good deal of pain on a daily basis but it isn't debilitating. Its annoying I will admit and some days, like today, I do get frustrated with the pain.  I try to remember that it is still very early on in my recovery and that it always could be worse, but really....who wants to feel pain everyday.  I do get scared wondering if this is the pain I will experience from now on, but its just to early to tell.  Hopefully as I get stronger and time goes by the pain will subside.

On Monday I was able to go the whole day with just sneakers, but then I paid for that on Tuesday.  Then today I was able to do just sneakers again, but was uncomfortable.  I am trying to push myself through the pain but I listen to my body and when it gets to a point that I feel tears coming on, I have surpassed my limit and I take it easy for awhile.  I do not want to use the boot as a "crutch" and give into the pain all the time, but I think there are some moments when I push myself too much.

I have just over two weeks left of physical therapy and then I will be on my own.  Total recovery is 8 to 12 months.  I move forward knowing I have made great progress and will continue to do all that I can to be healthy and strong in the future.