I went for a review consultation with my surgeon yesterday and that marked 12 weeks post-surgery. The last time I saw him was six weeks ago and within six weeks I’ve managed to stand up and walk again, albeit with a limp. My foot remains swollen and looking purple. I’m still unable to walk for more than 15 minutes without feeling pain and I can tell you that a toddler walks way faster than I do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
But at least I’m now walking without crutches. Further physiotherapy is needed to work on my foot’s strength, flexibility and endurance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The positive news is that my surgeon says my recovery is progressing well. My next appointment is in three months and all going smoothly, I should fully recover in a year. I might even consider taking out the metal in my foot when I hit the six-month mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though I can now walk (sort of), taking public transport to get to places is still a mission. Which makes me feel somewhat trapped. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
I went for a review consultation with my surgeon yesterday and that marked 12 weeks post-surgery. The last time I saw him was six weeks ago and within six weeks I’ve managed to stand up and walk again, albeit with … Continue reading