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Post Operative Activities

Monday, October 23rd, 2006

Well, the "damage" has been done, yet I have yet to "see" what the "damage" looks like. My ACL reconstructive surgery was performed Friday, October 20, 2006. Today, Monday, October 23, 2006, my bandages are changed. So, for the first time, I will see the incision holes, etc. My pain pump is also removed. I am anxious to see the product. But, in the meantime, I will simply take all the physical challenge I can stand - going to the bathroom. Besides the excrutiating pain when pressure is exerted on my left leg, performing the act is quite difficult and circus-like. Anyways, I’ll keep you all posted.

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Pre-Hab Activities

Sunday, October 8th, 2006

So, in the past 2 weeks, I have had a significantly reduced level of exercise. Instead of climbing stairs for 30 intense minutes, I’ve been getting in te pool to “Hydrocycle” - bicycling in the water. This activity, albeit “unique” has its benefits: mild resistance is provided by the water…cool temperature of the water is soothing to my knee. I am still maintaining strength of my upper body. Today, I worked biceps, triceps, and delts for 60 minutes. I followed this up with a Pilates class desgned for those stricken by Multiple Sclerosis. With all the dealings with my injured knee, I “forgot” that I have a chronic, debilitating illness. Whatever…it’s all relative…as I never forget to “Appreciate the Negative.”

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