I have borrowed forearm crutches, rather than the underarm ones, LaMa, but the knee brace seems to really reduce my pain. I'll just have to get used to walking as little as possible for however long it takes.If I had to have surgery on any major joint I´d hope it to be the knee. There are risks to any surgery but the knee is usually a straightforward one for recovery. If you´re using crutches for the first time: try to stand up straight and keep your shoulders down. If the height of your crutches doesn´t allow for that: adjust it. Our shoulders usually aren´t trained to take our weight so it´s important to make it as easy as possible for them. Ideally you´d get an expert to show you how to do it right.
Thanks, Em, I will. I knew there was something really wrong.Oh no Cate, that’s not the outcome I hoped for you. So disappointing. But look, see what the surgeon says and do everything they recommend for now.
Forearm crutches don't have you risk nerve damage in your armpit (yay!) but most people still tend to pull their shoulders up when they use them so the same advice applies.I have borrowed forearm crutches, rather than the underarm ones
I have no idea how to use them, LaMa. I will try to find out. In the meantime, they're just sitting there.Forearm crutches don't have you risk nerve damage in your armpit (yay!) but most people still tend to pull their shoulders up when they use them so the same advice applies.
I think it's been happening for a while, but playing golf twice in a week seemed to make it worse. I only managed 7 holes the weekend we went away. Thanks for the love & the hugs. I need them right now.Awww sorry to hear that Cate , have you any idea what may have caused it . Seems to have got bad very fast . Sending you lots of love and good wishes and
Thanks, Liza, especially for the hug. I wish I did know. G is going away for a week in just under 3 weeks time. I'm starting to feel really vulnerable. I think we will have to start thinking about moving somewhere else. I also feel that I don't really have other people to lean on. We depend on one another maybe a bit too much.That's some really tough news to get Cate. Good your gp was on it and sent you for that MRI instead of just assuming a meniscus tear and leaving it at that. Sounds like you'll need to pretty careful. Do you have an idea when you'll be seeing the surgeon?
Sending you a hug
I completely agree with Em . You have some nice ladies I know you check in on and they do you too . I also would look for help . Do you know people actually genuinely liked to be ask for help . I love to help out if I can and I know you do too . Give yourself a chance first and see how your leg works out before you sell up !!!!I'm sure that someone as lovely and supportive as you come across on this forum has a lot more people you can depend on than you think. Don't be afraid to ask for help Cate. You'll be surprised at the amazing response you get, I know it. xx
I read that yesterday & got a bit teary. That's very sweet of you, Em. I'm not good at asking for help. Most of my friends are older. Most of them have family living nearby who can take them to things if they need help.I'm sure that someone as lovely and supportive as you come across on this forum has a lot more people you can depend on than you think. Don't be afraid to ask for help Cate. You'll be surprised at the amazing response you get, I know it. xx
Oh, Petal. I know you're right. I love being asked to help. We all like to feel needed. We do both love it here.I completely agree with Em . You have some nice ladies I know you check in on and they do you too . I also would look for help . Do you know people actually genuinely liked to be ask for help . I love to help out if I can and I know you do too . Give yourself a chance first and see how your leg works out before you sell up !!!!
Thanks, Liza. I think I have been getting scared about the future & how much harder it will be especially if we lose our mobility. I think we will plan on moving in about 5 years though. If we leave it until we are very much older the move would be too hard.That's tough with G going away for a week. Maybe one of your kids could come by for a weekend at least--help out, keep you company?
I agree with Petal about seeing how your knee heals before planning a move any time soon...i know a lot of people around here eventually move into town once things become too hard to run out in the country...and it often is a positive move to be walking distance to shops and such, but hopefully you'll have some years yet on your property since you love it so much.
That's not a bad idea, Em, especially when G is away. I'll think about it anyway.Ask for help walking Archie from your neighbour’s kids with the bikes, they sound like they would be well able!
That's basically the reason why I'm keeping my license (and am making sure I drive when I can) : you just never know where you'll end up needing one and it makes such a difference for independence.I need to go to an appointment while G is away I'll ring our older son & see if he can take me. R doesn't have a drivers licence. he has never had one.
It was LaMa. I hope we continue having them.That old-friend-catch-up sounds lovely!
Keeping my mood up will be very important, Liza. I will just have to find ways. I felt more positive for most of today. Attitude is everything. I also sat outside with him & G took him for 2 decent walks. I have been concentrating on how much worse it could be & how lucky I am today, instead of feeling so sorry for myself. Thank you, Liza xoThat's really too bad about not being able to move much Cate, but yes, so much can be done through limiting food. I think one big thing will be how to keep your mood up with having to keep the movement limited and not wanting to resort to too many food/alcohol treats to improve mood. Do you have some good alternative plans for how to spend the time Cate? Is there a nice area in the garden to just sit with a book, enjoy the aromas, the birds, the wildlife? Does Archie have a good area in the yard where he can run a bit when you're not able to take him on walks?
Oh, I know you're right. There are lots of things I can do with Archie.Cate our dog gets loads of exercise without walking most days . She chases balls , we hide stuff for her and she chases bubbles . Oh and she plays lots of tug of war .
Glad you friend called you . That was nice . It sounds like you are thinking way too far into the future . Hopefully your knees will repair
October 2020
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