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Archive for the ‘Physical Therapy’ Category

August 21st, 2006

Physical Therapy Graduate

I wanted to update you on my physical therapy that I’ve been going through since my knee injury back in early July. I “graduated” last week! My physical therapist said I’d met all the goals he’d mapped out, such as regaining my strength, agility, and confidence. Now I’ve got a home program of exercises that […]

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August 4th, 2006

My New Home Gym — In a Box

I went to Wal-Mart the other night to look for some 5-lb. ankle weights to continue doing my knee exercises at home. My physical therapy sessions are winding down (only 3 more), but I don’t want my knee to be injured again. So prevention is key.
I found some ankle weights … and something else. […]

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July 15th, 2006

The Physical Therapy Club

Yesterday at 10 am, my friend picked me up, and I became an official member of the Physical Therapy Club. My husband made a joke about how this must be a sign of aging. I used to go shopping or dancing with my friends in high school; now we go to physical therapy together.
I had […]

By Heather -- 2 comments

July 10th, 2006

Knee Injury Recovery: A Lesson from Tiger Woods

I’m still bummed about my dislocated knee accident. I took my brace off last night for a few minutes, and my kneecap looks all weird and swollen. I made an appointment with the orthopedic doctor for Wednesday, so until then … ooh la la. I’ve got to take it easy.
I’m not alone with being a […]

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July 9th, 2006

Dislocated Knee Injury

Well, here’s something that has put a snag in my efforts to lose weight and get in healthier shape. I dislocated my left knee yesterday.
I had taken my kids to the playground behind my parents’ church. For the first time in months, I had tons of energy because I’d worked out in the morning […]

By Heather -- 22 comments

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