I know I said I probably would not make another post before my 6 month mark, but something truly exciting happened a few days ago...I ran up the staircase in our house! I didn't even think about it, I simply hopped up the steps. When I got to the top I giggled out of delight. My husband's voice came out of his office and he asked what was so funny. For the next two days I giggled every time I ran up the stairs. Then, going to my flute lesson, I noticed that I could climb the staircase in the parking garage for the first time without pulling on the handrail. (Going down is still a bit uncomfortable.)
How long has it been? I can't quite remember the last time I could do this...probably 10 months, at least. This "new" knee has given me so many gifts, and running upstairs is just the latest delight. I also tried grocery shopping for the first time...success.
My doctor had told me to not try to kneel on my knee until I hit the 3 month mark, so after the point I have gradually let my knee take a bit of pressure on hands and knees. I have really missed being able to do this Yoga posture -- Cat/Dog is so good for your back. I can now take about 75% weight on my knee.
Last month our local pool offered free water aerobics two days a week. Being in the water felt so wonderful, and I truly believe those classes helped my knee gain even more flexibility and strength. It also seemed to help the scar improve in appearance. (I always put sunscreen on it when I am going to be outside with it uncovered.)
So onward and upward. I am so grateful to have been able to go through this process. I didn't expect it to take so long to recover, but I have to say, it is well worth it!!
