Rehab has taught me that I really don't like pain! I wish I could report that I am a tough guy; that I can happily take a beating and then ask for more. Alas, that's not me. I've always considered the downside of stupid stunts and, with a few notable lapses of judgement, managed to … Continue reading Walking: It’s not Overrated
Tag: Injury
Cripple Chronicles Continue
Old People Killer It's coming up on three weeks since I fell and ripped my quadriceps. I am now cleared for passive, gravity assisted, flexing of my knees. This morning I managed a seventy-five degree bend. I would like to reach a full ninety degrees before the end of the week. I suspect my days … Continue reading Cripple Chronicles Continue
Top Ten Invalid Annoyances
The way I roll. I have been in the rehab/old-folks home for eight days: long enough to adjust to the routine. It's amazing how quickly we get on with a new normal. This doesn't mean I am comfortable or thrilled with my circumstances. I have a list of invalid annoyances. Let's do this from least … Continue reading Top Ten Invalid Annoyances
iPhoning It In
Last week I fell in Faust park and tore the quadriceps muscles above both knees. Right now I am in a skilled nursing home waiting for a change in my "weight-bearing" status. For the time being I cannot stand or even bend my knees. An outing consists of being helped into a wheelchair and rolling around … Continue reading iPhoning It In
A Walk in the Park
At noon on February 23, 2011 I decided to get out of the office and take a little walk in nearby Faust Park. What could go wrong? Lots apparently. Faust park is in western St. Louis. It's distinguished by an absolutely charming butterfly conservatory. The conservatory is a greenhouse that's maintained at 85F year round. … Continue reading A Walk in the Park
