By SheelaR
It’s been one week since my arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a meniscal tear in my right knee. I’m a runner and a dancer, so I’ve put many miles on my 32-year old knees. Running and ballet has kept me sane. Without those two activities, I would have lost my mind by now. In some ways this has been a small price to pay for many years of peace and sanity.
Unfortunately, I’m enduring some of the worst pain of my life. I thought I was finally over the pain hump, but these last 16 hours have been horrific. There are moments when my entire body shudders from the pain. It’s so unbearable that end up crying myself to sleep before the meds have a chance to kick in or wear off. I’ve only got myself to blame … I didn’t keep my knee elevated and iced as instructed, so I’m experiencing a little bit of a set-back. I’m a terrible sick person. I hate being a burden to my parents/family. I just always feel the need to do some things for myself, and isn’t working out for me.
I’m on crutches and should be getting around better in about 3-4 weeks. Keep your fingers crossed! Not everyone has the same experience with this type of injury and repair, but I’m fairly healthy and fit, so I’m not anticipating any additional problems. I’m going to stick to the prescribed routine, and hope for the best.
Sans any meds, I’m actually feeling a bit sleepy … so I’m off before the pain starts.
Thoughts of a Wordinary Girl 