Last year, I had 2 knee surgeries – one on each knee – to correct my Osteochodritis Dissecans defect. Instead of the ‘traditional’ methods of fixing the OCD, I opted to participate in a study for a new procedure utilizing a cartilage … Continue reading
Friday I went to my knee doctor for a 4 and 6 month check up on my knees. Under normal knee surgery circumstances, I would only be seeing my doctor if I was having pain or issues with my knee … Continue reading
Last week, my knee and body was feeling SO GOOD! Last week, I ran 2.6 miles on Sunday, 2 miles on Tuesday evening. Because I was feeling so great, I got up early on Thursday Morning in Kansas City to … Continue reading
You read that right – I ran 2 miles yesterday! A few weeks ago, I attempted my first outdoor run and it was not pretty. I was really frustrated with myself and my body, realizing it had only been a 5 … Continue reading
I’ve been blogging for years and years under many different names. As Janene put it, a blogaholic. Blog name: SheWillBeL0ved (or: Maroon 5 meets emotional high school girl) In high school, I started a blog on LiveJournal as a way … Continue reading
What’s this?! A Vlog? If you have a leg injury, like me, you may be looking for ways to keep the rest of your body engaged while you’re recovering. Whether you’re stiting out for 3 days, 3 weeks or 3 … Continue reading
I’ve blogged less about recovery of my left knee surgery this time around. This time, it’s old news, been there, done that. So far, my left knee is doing great – I’ve got a really great range of motion, swelling is … Continue reading
When people see me on crutches, whether I know them or not, they look at me with pity and remark how terrible it must be to be on crutches. Generally, I agree – crutches are not the first accessory I’d … Continue reading
Today is my first day back at work in just under 2 weeks and first day back after surgery. As much as I love sitting on the couch and passing the days away with Netflix, I’m really excited to be around … Continue reading
Well, surgery #2 for 2011 is over and done. It feels good to know that all I have left to do is recover! We arrived at the Rocky Mountain Surgery Center at 7:30 a.m. for my scheduled 9:15 a.m. surgery. After … Continue reading