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Spring training now in session

TJ is in great shape and is a terrific runner. The track season starts up in two weeks and he’s already got training on his mind. He’s started walking to his friends around the neighborhood, rather than riding his skateboard. He’s asked me to move the exercise bike out of the living room so that he can use the treadmill in here instead. Originally I was not thrilled at this idea but in all honesty I haven’t used either on in a while. The treadmill got put on the back porch at Christmas time to make room for the tree. I’ve learned in physical therapy that the bike might well knock my SI joint out of alignment so I’m afraid to ride it. I’m thinking we should bring it in for him, and I’m even a little hopeful that I’ll be able to use the treadmill at some point as well.

Mar 01, 2009 | 0 comments | View Post

PT progress

Well I’ve gone to four sessions of physical therapy for my hand. They’re trying to rehab my hand/wrist/arm as treatment for carpal tunnel. They always start out by applying heat, which I like. It’s all downhill from there. Then they ultrasound. Then they apply Biofreeze, which is sort of like industrial strength Bengay. Then they have me do different exercises with small equipment. By now I’m really not enjoying myself. Last, they apply ice. I hate the ice, it really hurts. I’d rather risk the “after” effects of taking something like an alli diet pill than have to be iced. Therapy does seem to be helping a bit but I’m concerned about how I’ll feel after I’ve gone to all of my sessions.