3rd times a charm

Haven't written in a while and usually that means good things but honestly I just haven't had much time. Pain is still here, limited movement and all that stuff. Today I started PT for the third time, and this time is for me to prepare for surgery. Upper and lower strength so I will have an "easier" time moving muscles and getting my body around. Today she did lots of physical tests on my strength and we devised a plan for the next 2 weeks. all things do not hurt me at all, and if it does we will change it. About 5 exercises total. And we also talked about exercises with walker, crutches and canes to prepare for using those so my muscles are ready. I definitely think this is a great idea because I do not want to be weak and trying to stumble around and since I am prone to falling and and very clumsy I need all the help and preparation I can get.  :)

Bridge: laying on back with knees bent. Lift butt off ground and hold. 3x10
Plantar flexing: On left left with right foot off ground or toes resting, stand on tippie toes. 3x10
Resistance: tubing around ankles. Laying on back swing leg straight out. Both sides 3x10
Thigh master: lol pillow between knees and squeeze for 5 seconds. 3x10
Chair-ups: 5or 6 3 times a day. Have some weakness in my wrist from a carpal tunnel so that is tricky. Hope to get stronger soon to get that up.

My PT Carolyn is pretty funny. She said my "reward" in PT is more and harder exercises LOL Lucky me. She is super nice and made me feel safe and comfortable. The last 2 times i went to a therapist I did not feel comfortable with them. Both of them made me feel like an outsider or like my therapy was wasted time. I don't know why but the relationship was not there. I truly feel having a good relationship with honesty on both parts is great and helps me open up a little bit more and even try harder. I see her again in 2 weeks.

So, counting down the days til I see Dr. John Clark, Surgeon. I am looking forward to it and finding out a little more info. I know right know I need a PAO but that doesn't give specifics. Like his technique or what he likes to see. That is on July 29th. 3 weeks and 2 days. GAH So long. Anyway I will keep posted on my PT progress and if anything comes up.