Pseudowalking

A week has passed and I've made some progress! I started physiotherapy and my physiotherapist, Neena, has taught me how to do some simple exercises to prevent muscular atrophy. Also, an important goal is to get my range in motion back. Essentially, a healthy knee has flexion of 150deg. Here's a picture to illustrate:

Range of motion of the knee (from here)

When I first got out of the knee brace last week, my knee could only bend 30deg. On Tuesday, at physio, I was able to bend it to 69deg. And on Thursday (just two days later), I got it to 75deg. I'm halfway there! Yay! Neena has also told me to challenge myself by putting weight on my right leg. So, I've started to walk (well, pseudowalk - I complete the motion of walking but rely on my crutches for balance).

Next Tuesday, I have an appointment with Dr. Theo (aside: again, what amazing and prompt healthcare). I imagine he'll be sharing the results of my MRI and giving me options and/or a recovery plan. I'm looking forward to this. In fact, I'm getting anxious and growing impatient "waiting" to know what is in store for me over the next few weeks/months. Wish me luck!

-ange xx