I started Physical Therapy (PT) on Friday, September 9th. My Physical Therapist is GREAT! She was very pleased with the range of motion I already had. I measured at 90 degrees on the first PT session. I was concerned with the amount of bruising and swelling going down my leg and into my foot/ankle (see above picture). My doctor said this is normal it basically is just gravity pulling the blood down from the knee into the ankle.
My physical therapist gave me 10 exercises to do twice a day. I have been working on those every day. I have to go PT 3x per week. I am excited to go though because it is one step closer to getting off crutches and getting better. Here is a good website to see some examples of PT exercises they may give. Obviously do not try anything without the advice of a professional! ACL-PT Exercises
My second (2 hour session) at PT, went great. They stretched me out and worked on a lot of exercises. Because I have great strength back in my leg, I am only using one crutch now per the physical therapists instructions. I am SO happy because this is one step closer to being able to walk normal again/get my life back! She said I will start the bike next session which should be great for range of motion and strength.
As the weeks go on, I will continue to update how the rest of my PT appointments goes.
What is the best exercise you have learned at PT?
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