Four Month Follow Up

It's been just over a month since my last post and things have gotten MUCH better.  About 3 months in, I was able to ditch the boot permanently.  Shortly thereafter, I stopped using the crutches and switched over to a cane because I was walking with a bit of a limp.  Another week or so later, I barely even needed the cane- I just used it to walk long distances faster.  As of yesterday, I ditched the cane for good and am almost walking normally.  Now, I'm even starting to do some guided two-leg calf raises.

Last weekend, I worked a 9-hour catering shift, mostly washing dishes in the kitchen.  This was the most standing and walking I've done in a LONG time and, after the shift, my ankle swelled up big time.  However, it felt just fine in the morning and it seemed to help with the recovery process (physically & mentally).  As for rehab, I've been massaging & stretching the ankle everyday on my own and swimming as much as possible.

A few days ago, I started taking yoga classes again, which has been a HUGE help.  I could really see a difference after just 3 classes and I can now comfortably stand on just my left foot.  I can also tell that my left leg is REALLY weak and needs some strength training.

Yesterday, I had another check up with the doctor and the prognosis was excellent.  I am well ahead of schedule and should be capable of running in about a month (less than 6 months since the injury).  And I should be ready to start strength training very soon.  Needless to say, the tendon (and life is general) is getting better and better each day.