Monday, May 20, 2013

So here's the deal...

Day 20, Monday: Get real. Share something you're struggling with right now.

I hate to be a complainer, but I'm still really struggling with my knee injury, both mentally and physically.

Luckily I only suffered a grade two MCL tear, which means that eventually it should heal on its own without surgery. I've followed all the rules that my doctor and physical therapist have given me: rest, ice, compression, elevation, brace, anti-inflammatories, stretching and strengthening. And life has definitely improved, especially since I've been off the crutches, out of the brace, and stopped limping.

I understand that people heal at different rates, and that it's important not to rush things. And I know that if I start using my knee before it's healed, I could cause permanent damage. But I'm so anxious to return to my previous level of physical activity, and it's aggravating that my body isn't bouncing back more quickly. I guess this is the true sign that I'm getting older.

Most days I have a pretty positive attitude, but deep down I'm frustrated that it's almost summer time (bikini/boating season) and I haven't been able to tone my body as much as I'd like. It's been a struggle to force myself to slow down and let my body heal. And it's been especially difficult for me mentally, because I feel out of control; something that's definitely in my comfort zone.

I did just pass the three month mark, so I'm hoping that soon the daily soreness will pass and I'll be able to get back to normal.

So there you have it... my fairly first-world struggles.

Are you struggling with anything in particular right now?

9 comments:

  1. henning loveMay 20, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    sorry your knee is taking a bit too long to heal and it is frustrating sarah! wish there was a magic pill you could take to heal it up real quick. but patience is key so that you don't permanently damage your knee!

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  2. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 1:23 PM

    I pray for a fast recovery! I have a cousin going through the same thing right now so I've seen the struggle and frustration by seeing him through his recovery process...

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    1. Sarah AlwayMay 20, 2013 at 1:56 PM

      Thank you very much! It's difficult but ultimately nothing I can't handle... I might just need to take a moment every now and then to whine about it. ;-)

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  3. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    Poor you, it does not sound very nice for you at all. I hope it gets better soon for you - but definitely let it mend in its own time.
    Good luck.

    ♡ Molly

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    1. Sarah AlwayMay 20, 2013 at 2:00 PM

      Thanks... most days are okay but sometimes it's very frustrating. Time heals all things, I know!

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  4. RebeccaMay 20, 2013 at 2:03 PM

    That sounds hard, I hope the daily soreness goes soon and you can get back to how things were.

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  5. DeidreMay 21, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    Healing is so incredibly frustrating. When I had surgery last year, the doctor told me I'd basically be good to go in 3 months. But the reality is it took me so much longer to heal than that, more like a year!

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  6. BrookeMay 21, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    I really had no idea how annoying something like this was until my legs were in pain for a few weeks, they are fine now but it was horrible not being able to be active! I can't imagine having a bad injury like this! I'm hoping you are able to be back to 100% soon! You look GREAT anyway, I saw those pics of Vegas and you are looking super tone! Shut up! LOL

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  7. jessicajspencerMay 22, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    Hang in there -- I know how hard it is to be sidelined from activities you enjoy. :( Super-frustrating.

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