happy healthy hippy
A blog following my Triple Pelvic Osteotomy in January 2016
I've been meaning to write an update for weeks but I haven't got round to it until now as I've been so busy. My social life is back up to full speed. The past few weekends have been booked up with nights out for birthdays/leaving dos, a spa day, the Christmas markets, & I have a hen do in Edinburgh tomorrow. I can't remember the last time I've been this busy but at the same time it just feels so normal to slip back into my old ways and be able to do everything I want again...
Well almost! I haven't got back to running yet but I've tried a few jogs up and down the hall in the apartment 🙈 or for literally a few minutes on my journey home from work. It doesn't feel quite right yet but I can't put a finger on what is uncomfortable! On the plus side, my walking is finally feeling normal hallelujah! Finally my hard work pays off. So naturally my next step is to want to run! But part of me isn't convinced I'm ready yet... maybe the physio in me talking as I don't feel at my optimal strength yet! Or perhaps it is just a confidence thing. It feels like I'm waiting for that moment where everything clicks into place and I just know it's the right time. Getting back on a snowboard soon is also in the back of my mind. It's exciting that I'm even contemplating this! I'm sure my body is capable but I'm a bit nervy about falling over and bashing my hip! I probably will hold out a little longer as I found out that I'm having my screws & plate removed 3 weeks tomorrow! I've not had much time to think about it which I think is a good thing. Although I'm a bit gutted il be hobbling over Christmas, it's exciting to know that this will be my last surgery and il have closure on this hip saga once and for all! I've been rehabbing my butt off the last few months - quite literally - so I'm chuffed that my walking has improved. I've been pushing myself with the cardio on the bike and using the treadmill to walk fast on incline. My physio has also give me the green light to do impact work which includes jumps and hops - it's something completely different so it's fun! I recently did a 3 hour sponsored walk supporting a cause very close to my heart. My little problem has been put into perspective by one of my best friends heartbreaking news. Health really is our most precious gift and yet it's so easy to take it for granted. Having my pelvis sawed apart and screwed back together has certainly changed my attitude and made me appreciate and be thankful for everything and everyone in my life. Andrea x
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