I just had my 3 month post-op on Thursday with Dr. Scheid and silly me thought I was going to be able to be done with the crutches all together, instead I have an additional four more weeks with a cane. I am looking it as if Dr. House can make it look cool, so can I. I have even attempted to find flame stickers so it looks like I am going fast lol. I am such a big fan of House and now I have something in common with him :) The doc told me that he can still see with the bones are healing and I need additional time to allow them to heal. It aggrevates me because I can not make the bones grow faster and just because I am young and otherwise healthy, it has nothing to do with how fast or well my body heals. It is a discouraging to know that I am not healing as expected and further delays my time to get back into ROTC and training. I was hoping to be able to start running in another month, but that is pushed back as well. However, I am allowed to start horseback riding again, but just trail riding; nothing too crazy yet.
It makes me feel a little better to be able to go riding, but I feel like one step forward two steps back. I was hoping to be done with crutches and running in a few weeks, but I am looking at a couple more months instead.
ROTC has begun and I have no motivation to be there and I feel that I just got screwed over in more ways than one. I like our new colonel, his name is Thomas Rude and don't let the last name fool you because he is such a nice and upbeat person to be around. I feel that he truly cares and wants us to learn. I am hoping this year turns out differently. I pray that it turns out differently.
I know you're frustrated - but I bet the four weeks will fly by! You can get through one more month for a lifetime of change. Funny - I wanted to paint flames on my crutches too, so it looks like I am going faster. I don't watch House, but he must have them too! :)
ReplyDeleteHey Jen! Good to hear from you! I am disappointed, but I am taking it in stride. It is only a few more weeks. I am allowed to literally get back on the horse a bit, which I feel is a big accomplishment and something more for me to do to feel normal again. How are you doing? Hope you are healing well!
ReplyDeleteAshley, how are you doing? The 4 weeks will seem like forever I'm sure, but once they're done it will probably seem like it didn't take long at all. Funny how health and age don't seem to matter on healing, huh? I was just reminded by a hipster that I shouldn't get too down on myself if I don't heal fast (I may be able to do my surgeries back to back, 6 months total time!!!). Sounds like you've got a good mind set though. I love House too! :-)
ReplyDeleteHi, Ashley. First of all, thank you for posting your story. I hope this minor disappointment doesn't keep you from holding your head high that you've come so far! I live in Franklin, TN and also had a RPAO on July 23rd this year. I'm still touchdown weight bearing only and don't go see my surgeon for another 2 weeks. I haven't been able to connect with ANYONE who has had this done to get some encouragement, ideas on handling recovery, etc. so I'm hoping to meet some friends! I'm 34 and have 2 small children, so this recovery has taken a toll on me and my husband as well. This is NOT an easy thing! Are you able to drive yet? Would love to open up communications with you, and offer some encouragement to you as well! I have a blog ... http://myrpaostory.blogspot.com and you are welcome to take a visit.
ReplyDeleteTake care and congrats on how far you've come! Hope you have a fantastic weekend!
Lori