Week 2 of Broken Ankle Recovery

Round up of Week 1: Well, I learned a lot last week. I learned that teenagers are in their own worlds, but they are also very generous. I learned that my husband has the patience of a Saint. I learned that it is a good idea to group items together for efficiency of portability. I learned that an optimistic spirit is definitely helpful during a period of injury. I learned that pain is subjective. It hurts more to get up from resting than to tackle stairs after not having rested all day.

Week two goals:

1. Try to get my shit done at work without the distraction of ME.

2. Rest ankle while at work

3. Use "walking" motion while walking on crutches, even though it is slower than lifting the leg.

Today I took the bus for the first time in a week. It was interesting. I was fine. I thought it would be a big deal. Walking from Kennedy Plaza to the office was a little tough, but nothing I can't handle. It's hot out.

Pain:

I am trying to use only ibuprofin today. The pain seems to have lessened somewhat. I still have pain when my foot is moved from side to side or during the "putting on a sock" motion, making it hard to dress. I have little pain while putting weight on it. Nights are still a challenge. The couch works better than the bed.

Okay, these are really boring posts, but I thought it would be good to track all of this.