Some of you may know that I pulled a muscle in my right calf while running nearly 7 months ago. (At least that's how it was diagnosed).
Well 7 months later, it's exactly as it was the day it happened. I've had 3 months of physical therapy, an MRI, seen 2 orthopedic surgeons (both of which have said, "I don't know how to help you, or why you're still in pain.") & I've done everything that has been asked of me. I can barely train, as even 3 jumping jacks gives me pain. I used to demonstrate every technique to my students: now, I talk them through it. I've gained 25 lbs since this happened. Some days, I think I need a cane to walk, because it hurts that much. (CaneMasters here I come).
Next week, I go to UCLA Medical Center's Adult Cerebral Palsy Center to have them look at me. (I have a mild form of the disease that affects the right side of my body). I'm sure they don't have a "magic pill" for me, but I'm hoping for some answers.
My whole adult life I've seen myself as an athlete. Until this happened, I was running 3-4 miles, 3-4 days a week plus TKD training & running my school. Now, I teach & stretch...& that's about it. It's frustrating beyond explaination.
I don't have any BB students, but I do have a good support system of schools in my organization (& you folks here) that I'm most grateful for. It's hard to teach an energetic class when I'm in this spot.
Sorry for the downer, but I just wanted to let you know what going on. I appreciate your prayers.
Well 7 months later, it's exactly as it was the day it happened. I've had 3 months of physical therapy, an MRI, seen 2 orthopedic surgeons (both of which have said, "I don't know how to help you, or why you're still in pain.") & I've done everything that has been asked of me. I can barely train, as even 3 jumping jacks gives me pain. I used to demonstrate every technique to my students: now, I talk them through it. I've gained 25 lbs since this happened. Some days, I think I need a cane to walk, because it hurts that much. (CaneMasters here I come).
Next week, I go to UCLA Medical Center's Adult Cerebral Palsy Center to have them look at me. (I have a mild form of the disease that affects the right side of my body). I'm sure they don't have a "magic pill" for me, but I'm hoping for some answers.
My whole adult life I've seen myself as an athlete. Until this happened, I was running 3-4 miles, 3-4 days a week plus TKD training & running my school. Now, I teach & stretch...& that's about it. It's frustrating beyond explaination.
I don't have any BB students, but I do have a good support system of schools in my organization (& you folks here) that I'm most grateful for. It's hard to teach an energetic class when I'm in this spot.
Sorry for the downer, but I just wanted to let you know what going on. I appreciate your prayers.