Today marked a recovery milestone – I managed to walk to my physiotherapy appointment, which was 350m away from home, and back! Even though I had to use a crutch, I was walking without my moon boot on. It marked the first time since my injury that I was able to get out of home by myself without any help. I can go and get a cup of barista-made coffee at my neighbourhood café!!

I’d like to think I’ve been making good progress since my review consultation with my surgeon two weeks ago. X-rays taken during the review showed that my fractures have healed and I could start physiotherapy. The recovery process involves gradually putting weight on the foot and getting flexibility as well as strength back to the ankle, toes and calf.

Although it will still be awhile before I can get back to bushwalking and sports, it definitely felt good to be walking again!!!