So I finally got my cast off Friday and a removable brace on with instructions to start my own physical therapy on my wrist. These exercises are moving my hand straight up and down, side to side, in circles and touching fingers to thumb. If the doc feels that I've done a good job on my own when I go back in 3 weeks, I won't have to see a physical therapist. If not......
So I'm determined to do my own therapy. With the brace off, I started my exerises. It was so incredibly painful, I had tears rolling down my face, and I only managed 5 whole minutes! A few hours later, I did the exercises again, and a few hours after that, I did them again. I'm bound and determined to have full use of my fingers/hand/wrist by the time school starts up again. Last night I held a fork in my left hand for the first time in 6 weeks! I was pretty excited about that even though I couldn't grip it very well. It gave me hope :) So this morning, the kids found squishy balls for me to use to help strengthen my grip and I even took one to church and used it during church service. I also practiced writing with my left hand and didn't do too bad. After more than half an hour of trying to hold a pen and write and using the squishy soccer ball, I realized I over did it and have been in major wrist pain since!!! Okay, note to self: working on gaining strength and mobility is good, but don't over do it!
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Good job Debbie!! Got your e-mail, having a great time. See ya!
You can do it, Deb! Time and patience is all you need. Remember slow and steady wins the race! Love ya, girlie!
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