I have to do what 24 hrs after surgery?!

     I had surgery Monday, December 9 and began physical therapy Tuesday, December 10. All the Godiva chocolate in Texas could not make me happy about this situation. I thought that I would get to lie in bed like a sand bag and have Steven wait on me. Not so much.

    Since PT started at 9:30 Am, I woke up at 7 AM to allow for enough time to rescue me from the CPM unit and DVT cuffs, re-wrap my leg, put on the immobilizer, and get dressed. Where the hell is my coffee and positive attitude?

    @ Kevin Mannix of @Mannix PT in Odessa TX is an amazing physical therapist that gets results and puts his patients first. The first day of PT will always suck, so prepare yourself to be man handled and put to work. Thankfully +Steven Larizza kept a smile on my face while Kevin manipulated my knee. I was given a few exercises to assist with my range of motion (ROM) which wasn't too bad. Heel slides, calf stretches, and gentle massage was a nice way to start off my PT journey.

     When they were done torturing me, Steven took me home and back into the CPM and DVT unit I went. It is crucial to follow your doctor's instructions even when they consist of you lying around for several hours. Suck it up and play on your laptop, read a book, or watch a movie.

    The first week of PT consisted of increasing ROM, controlling swelling, and decreasing pain. Ice will become your best friend and sleeping will aid in the healing process. I slept so much the first week post-op that I didn't need coffee to perk me up in the morning. Remember kids sleep, ice, stay hydrated, perform your exercises, and do what the doctor tell you.

Cabbage, celery, carrots, and spicy meat sauce is a great paleo meal.