Monday, March 21, 2011

Nine Weeks Later

Last Friday, I had another follow up appointment with the doctor. Things appears to be progressing very well. I no longer have to wear the large boot brace, but I need to wear a small brace that fits into my shoe. It looks slightly similar to this. In some ways, wearing the larger brace was easier and a little more comfortable. I have very wide feet and it is difficult for me to find shoes that fit, let alone trying to cram a brace inside the shoe. I was a little concerned about trying to find something I could wear to work but my mom managed to find me a pair of black dress shoes at Shoe Carnival that I can wear to work. They fit all right and I'm not in too much pain.

I have noticed that it can be a bit uncomfortable walking around. I didn't really have any pain at all while I was in the larger boot brace. I suppose it is because I am actually putting more pressure on the tendon.

I have been cleared to perform most exercises, elliptical, bike, even some leg exercises at the gym. However, I am not cleared for running just yet. I have a follow up appointment in seven weeks.