Continued Tales of My Left Knee – Arthritis now!

I never imagined that I would be blogging about my knee. If my knee could talk, what would it say today?  “Help – get me some fast and permanent relief!”

I am in agonizing pain. Eight weeks into my recovery: my knee is stiff, swollen and hurting! How could this be? I was used to exercising daily and now I can hardly walk. I am supposed to be getting better. I can barely do my physical therapy program, let alone my own exercise program.

My doctor’s response: “You’ve got arthritis of the knee. We fix the meniscus and now we have another problem. I’m going to give you a cortisone shot. This shot is a miracle in that it will speed up your recovery! You’ll feel much better in a few days. You’ll feel like you can run. No running or squatting for now!”

As if I could joyfully run and merrily sprint out of his office. Instead, I will slowly and carefully hobble out, stunned after hearing the word – arthritis. The word stinging like the swift injection of the cortisone shot in my knee. Hopeful that this “miracle” will get me back on the road to recovery.

A few days later and I am skeptical. My knee feels funky – although not quite as painful – a bit stiff.  I do have better range of motion.  I used my elliptical trainer yesterday for the first time in months. Today I’ll try my spin bike. I feel like I am starting over or perhaps I am beginning again.

I am not one to give up quickly and let arthritis or injury to prevent me from leading an active and healthy life. After some initial adjustment, I have signed up for the Brain Tumor Society Ride for Research in May. I’ll begin training next week.

 

 

  

Author: gobefitc

What do you think of when the word fitness comes to mind? What images and thoughts appear? What are you doing in that moment? Is it enjoyable or are you just going through the motions? Beth's philosophy is that fitness should be fun, goal-oriented, realistic and integrated into daily life, regardless of age, gender, health and level. Attitude is everything when it comes to health and fitness. She inspires and motivates every individual to utilize their greatest gifts: their body, heart and mind, by creating a dynamic and functional program that incorporates fitness into everyday life. The days of tedious and monotonous workouts are over! Instead, you get an exhilarating program that suits you. Variety is the spice of life! Participating in a lifelong fitness program that excites you, empowers you, and reflects you and your goals is your ultimate health and fitness success story. The real question is: What do you imagine for yourself now — at whatever stage you may be in your life?