Oak Tree

Fall is here.

A handsome oak tree in Saint Francis Cemetery near Vogar, Manitoba.

Michael Truman

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Just for fun

This is an excerpt from my hospital physiotherapist on my discharge on September 11, 2024.

“From the motor vehicle collision, patient was admitted to hospital for the following orthopedic injuries and subsequent surgeries: Fracture of distal end of left ulna; nerve palsy of left lower extremity; bilateral open femoral fractures, fracture of right tibial plateau; Left rib fractures, ribs 8-10; fracture of the manubrium with conservative management; Right L5 pedicle fracture.

He underwent irrigation and debridement open fracture of left femur, and right tibia; Closed reduction and application of external fixator to bilateral femur and right tibia; Left elbow irrigation and debridement and closure; left ulna closed reduction and application of fiberglass slab, on Feb 16, 2024. Removal of external fixator; open reduction internal fixation, fracture, right distal femur; open reduction internal fixation, fracture, tibia, plateau (right); meniscal repair right knee; removal of external fixator, open reduction internal fixation distal left femur, irrigation and debridement on February 26, 2024.”

Fun stuff.

Walking the halls

Recently had another session on the anti-gravity treadmill. I managed to run it for a little more time and a little faster. Building up strength is a slow process.

I have more appreciation for those with disabilities. I have a family member with cerebral palsy and has used a walker and a wheelchair. I have always stopped and asked if anyone needed help if they were in a wheelchair or had some other disability or injury. It really hits home when it is you and you are struggling with basic things. Crossing a parking lot with minimal strength using a walker over uneven ground will scare you. So will using one of those ramps to get onto a sidewalk. You get very anxious that you might fall. I have fought hard not to fall and so far I have succeeded. 

I pushed myself today. My previous best walking the hallway outside my condo was 1,400ft over the course of the day. Today I pushed it to 2,000ft. I seem to be suffering more discomfort and stiffness than pain. I will tone down the walking for a day or two and get back at.

Elevator Friday - Gronlid, Saskatchewan

Courtesy of Dale Redekopp.

 

Cpt Mo Wednesday