Off topic? Old Toad? Only Today?
No, Occupational Therapy. Gentler than physical therapy and aimed at a somewhat different clientele perhaps, I had my first of many sessions to come. Being immobilized for 6 weeks for a fractured left humerus, it is time to get back to my former self as much as possible. Going very slowly, in part because of my own fear and in part because of the long period of non-movement, we have begun with very simple exercises to get joint mobility back right now.
I am doing shoulder, elbow, and wrist exercises. I hurt! I am using my sling for support when I think I need it, and using my fingers to do more and more. I know the process will be slow and tedious, but time is all it takes, along with a bit of grit. I am still typing one-handed, but I hope to begin to change that soon!
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I feel with you -N! In the third month after the accident and still having neck issues and pain. The chiropractor says it’s time to start physical therapy. Hope yours heals more quickly.
OT has done Tom an immense amount of good after his hand surgery. He continues to do the exercises at home. Judy
OT sounds like real progress! Painful progress, but necessary. So glad you have begun this step in the right direction.
Probably OT doesn’t handle this, but about your reasonable fear of falling: my personal trainer, who also used to do physical therapy, puts me and all his other (ahem) elderly clients through routines designed to improved hip and ankle strength, and balance. If they’re not doing this, you could ask, anyhow.
Easy does it! You know that, and it’s frustrating for sure.
Slow and steady wins the day, hope it hurts less each day.
Thanks, Fraggy! Different parts hurt different days. ;(
Troopers all! Thanks, Judy.
I think your suggestion of balance practice is a good one, and I will look into it a bit later. Life is too full right now! I am feeling better, but know patience must become my primary virtue (among many) for now. Thanks for the thoughts, Kathy.