Today was the day I had simultaneously been looking forward to and dreading ever since I found out I needed surgery. I’ve wanted it to get here because it means the first true day of recovery has arrived, and I’m on my way to getting back to normal life. However, I had heard many horror stories about physical therapists jerking legs around and causing all sorts of horrific pain. Thankfully, that scenario didn’t materialize at all.
The physical therapist I’m working with here in Decatur is a pretty cool guy from Oklahoma who is a huge Oklahoma football fan. Thus, we pretty much discussed football the entire time I was there, especially since SEC Media Days coverage was on TV.
He had me do some pretty simple exercises – mostly leg lifts in various forms, as well as an exercise where I lie flat on my back and pull my left heel back to try and bend my leg as much as it will allow. I was able to bend it about 95 degrees on my own, and 110 degrees with his help. He told me my performance was really good, and that some people weren’t able to do the things I did today until 2 weeks after their surgeries. I think my dedication to strengthening my legs before surgery really paid off.
Since I did well today, I don’t have to go back to PT tomorrow (which is what would normally happen). My next appt isn’t until Monday (with Wednesday and Friday appts to follow). However, I still have to do the set of exercises twice a day each day. I just finished my second set for today, and they were a little bit tougher than the ones this morning 
I know I promised a picture of my strangely shaven knee, so of course I delivered. In fact, I have TWO pictures for you. Enjoy..
Doing an exercise
Leg hair comparison
