Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Life is good. I'm healthy and wise. :) Only rarely am I reminded by my body that I've had surgery. Only when I put forth bodily effort I can feel something inside. Unidentifiable but something. The only reminder and only sometimes... but a reminder of what? Should I always remember? Is it because I should be careful? Watch I don't push too hard... or really, doesn't it mean I should push harder if it is no longer a challenge?
After recovering from the flu and fatigue last month, I feel like I'm finally, truly on the mend. November/December displayed great progress as far as energy and no longer really having physical 'strains' or limitations but then the holidays hit and even more stresses than typically come with it.
I partied too much one night that I didn't seem to fully recover from until a month later; my plans changed abruptly from driving 1500 km in each direction for the holidays to dealing with our tenants moving out of the condo; having it painted throughout immediately after Christmas and deciding to move back to the condo then have to move/downsize while 3 of us got taken down by the flu. A lot to deal with the last 2 weeks of 2010.
In regards to the 'partying', I think my tolerance level has changed drastically. I bought a bottle of red wine last week and it took me 4 evenings to finish it. Not typical of me! But I was explaining to my husband that after 1 drink it almost feels like it's after the effects of 3 or 4 drinks have started to wear off where one may not feel so good. Almost hung-over, almost 'sick' feeling or run-down. Very strange. I guess I should think of that as a positive thing. I'm not drinking as much as I used to and when I do it affects me more quickly so I'm a cheap drunk. :)
I am being challenged in karate more (again) too which I love.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Influenza aka "the flu"
My husband came home early one day last week and crawled into bed. He was chilled and feverish. Wonderful timing, we're moving!
The next day of course I picked up what he had and spent December 30th and 31st under the covers, chilled but sweating profusely. I've had the flu before but this time I feel like death warmed over.
Amazingly, my family managed to move appliances and some other big things by end of New Year's Eve. There is still a lot to do... we are still spread out over 3 residences. The dogs are wondering what is going on but hopefully that will get sorted this weekend.
In the meantime, I broke down and got some Buckley's Mucous and Phlegm because I cannot keep food down from coughing so much. At this rate, I'm sure to loose a lung.
I'm sleep-deprived, restless and stressed! What a way to start the New Year.
The next day of course I picked up what he had and spent December 30th and 31st under the covers, chilled but sweating profusely. I've had the flu before but this time I feel like death warmed over.
Amazingly, my family managed to move appliances and some other big things by end of New Year's Eve. There is still a lot to do... we are still spread out over 3 residences. The dogs are wondering what is going on but hopefully that will get sorted this weekend.
In the meantime, I broke down and got some Buckley's Mucous and Phlegm because I cannot keep food down from coughing so much. At this rate, I'm sure to loose a lung.
I'm sleep-deprived, restless and stressed! What a way to start the New Year.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Tuesday, December 28, 2010 - 28 weeks post-op
Almost the end of the year - 28 on the 28th - weeks since I had surgery.
I am feeling fine. I started being more active in the past 4-5 weeks. Every time I do something strenuous I am really sore afterward. I haven't been doing much of anything for so long, no wonder. I am no longer exhausted though after I exert myself.
I have noticed in the past 2-3 weeks that my chest or pec muscles are really tight and sore. I saw an RMT and CD regularly over that time which really helps. My neck and shoulders are as well. I think it's due to my desk position but I feel like I stretch often.
In any case, I feel pretty good and am looking forward to a New Year!
I am feeling fine. I started being more active in the past 4-5 weeks. Every time I do something strenuous I am really sore afterward. I haven't been doing much of anything for so long, no wonder. I am no longer exhausted though after I exert myself.
I have noticed in the past 2-3 weeks that my chest or pec muscles are really tight and sore. I saw an RMT and CD regularly over that time which really helps. My neck and shoulders are as well. I think it's due to my desk position but I feel like I stretch often.
In any case, I feel pretty good and am looking forward to a New Year!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
tibialis posterior tendinitis
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 - 20+ weeks post-op
I sprained my foot. It was a really stupid incident but I know a brilliant master of physio therapy. Or physical therapy. Either one he performed 5 different physio treatments on me 3 days in a row.
It happened Saturday night just before bed. I couldn't walk all day Sunday so worked from home Monday then finally called around 2:30 p.m. I got in by 3 and had the following:
Day 1
1. ultrasound - tough on the tissues, feels like electricity running through you or else your foot is on fire
2. magnet therapy where it seems nothing is happening for 20 minutes
3. soak in very hot bubbling water for 20 minutes
4. hop on a bicycle for 15 minutes
5. get on a balance ball, low to the ground, and I have to step on the outside of the wooden circle, and point my toes together FORWARD then point my heels BACK - and forth. And back and forth. It was tough!
Day 2
Same deal - both sessions last 90 minutes. At the beginning I said I was about 40% better. After therapy he said to walk on it, so I did but by the end of the day I cannot walk on the sprained foot.
Day 3
I can get out of bed and go to the toilet without hobbling! It is still sore but I can almost put my heel down to walk. An hour-long session of therapies and I feel no pain on the balance ball in the end. I can walk nearly 'normal'. I am happy and declare no more sessions required.
It is still sore to walk on so I'll take it slow but I will definitely be going downtown tomorrow. I'm going a little stir crazy at home.
I sprained my foot. It was a really stupid incident but I know a brilliant master of physio therapy. Or physical therapy. Either one he performed 5 different physio treatments on me 3 days in a row.
It happened Saturday night just before bed. I couldn't walk all day Sunday so worked from home Monday then finally called around 2:30 p.m. I got in by 3 and had the following:
Day 1
1. ultrasound - tough on the tissues, feels like electricity running through you or else your foot is on fire
2. magnet therapy where it seems nothing is happening for 20 minutes
3. soak in very hot bubbling water for 20 minutes
4. hop on a bicycle for 15 minutes
5. get on a balance ball, low to the ground, and I have to step on the outside of the wooden circle, and point my toes together FORWARD then point my heels BACK - and forth. And back and forth. It was tough!
Day 2
Same deal - both sessions last 90 minutes. At the beginning I said I was about 40% better. After therapy he said to walk on it, so I did but by the end of the day I cannot walk on the sprained foot.
Day 3
I can get out of bed and go to the toilet without hobbling! It is still sore but I can almost put my heel down to walk. An hour-long session of therapies and I feel no pain on the balance ball in the end. I can walk nearly 'normal'. I am happy and declare no more sessions required.
It is still sore to walk on so I'll take it slow but I will definitely be going downtown tomorrow. I'm going a little stir crazy at home.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
18 weeks post-op
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
I feel pretty good. I am a little stressed (hmmm, note to self - pick up more B-complex vitamins).
Even work, which is completely crazy-busy right now, is fun and exciting. I'm head deep into it all and loving the chaos. Enjoyable and sufficiently challenging allowing me to rise in the face of adversity as I learn new tools, relearn skills and manage things like I've never done before. Fun times!
My abs, arms and shoulders are still sore from Saturday's cool-down, i.e. 100 push-ups and 300 crunches. I had to lead them... and I just plowed right along. I barely managed 20 push-ups on my toes... after the first set of 20 push-ups, 60 crunches, at the second set of 20 push-ups I reverted to my knees. In any case, I feel my ab muscles all the way from under my chest to the pubic line. I had to use my core muscles in both these basic exercises and I can feel it!
I need to incorporate into my life regular lower body exercises like lunges and squats.
I'm going to invest in a resistance band (Chapters, under $20).
I brisk walk 15-minutes twice daily (to and from Union station for work) 5 times a week.
I brisk walk 12-minutes twice daily (to and from Pickering station for home) 2-3 times a week.
I really, really should invest in more cardio but... it's so tough! I need a serious attitude adjustment.
I feel pretty good. I am a little stressed (hmmm, note to self - pick up more B-complex vitamins).
Even work, which is completely crazy-busy right now, is fun and exciting. I'm head deep into it all and loving the chaos. Enjoyable and sufficiently challenging allowing me to rise in the face of adversity as I learn new tools, relearn skills and manage things like I've never done before. Fun times!
My abs, arms and shoulders are still sore from Saturday's cool-down, i.e. 100 push-ups and 300 crunches. I had to lead them... and I just plowed right along. I barely managed 20 push-ups on my toes... after the first set of 20 push-ups, 60 crunches, at the second set of 20 push-ups I reverted to my knees. In any case, I feel my ab muscles all the way from under my chest to the pubic line. I had to use my core muscles in both these basic exercises and I can feel it!
I need to incorporate into my life regular lower body exercises like lunges and squats.
I'm going to invest in a resistance band (Chapters, under $20).
I brisk walk 15-minutes twice daily (to and from Union station for work) 5 times a week.
I brisk walk 12-minutes twice daily (to and from Pickering station for home) 2-3 times a week.
I really, really should invest in more cardio but... it's so tough! I need a serious attitude adjustment.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
16 weeks post-op
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Wow, I have to say I don't feel like I had major surgery 4 months ago. However, I have been sick twice and this last time is going on 4 weeks! That's utterly ridiculous!!
It occurred this week to me that my energy still comes and goes. Sometimes I feel so drained and tired. I have been pushing myself to climb the stairs at work every time but this week I can barely breathe, my chest feels tight and I still have a phlegm cough so I've resorted to using the elevator...
Today is my parents 53rd wedding anniversary!
It was so great to be able to spend some quality time with them this summer (a whole 12 days!). I can't remember when that last happened. I love them and miss them! Sometimes I wish I lived closer.
Wow, I have to say I don't feel like I had major surgery 4 months ago. However, I have been sick twice and this last time is going on 4 weeks! That's utterly ridiculous!!
It occurred this week to me that my energy still comes and goes. Sometimes I feel so drained and tired. I have been pushing myself to climb the stairs at work every time but this week I can barely breathe, my chest feels tight and I still have a phlegm cough so I've resorted to using the elevator...
Today is my parents 53rd wedding anniversary!
It was so great to be able to spend some quality time with them this summer (a whole 12 days!). I can't remember when that last happened. I love them and miss them! Sometimes I wish I lived closer.
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About Me
- Roz
- I married Lorne on Saturday, August 13, 2005. Our children Benjamin and Brittany live with us and our 3 dogs Bailey, Rex, Leo, and Molly the cat.