So, I have been battling a knee issue for awhile. I had surgery on it, but managed to re-tear my meniscus muscle again. In the meantime, I have been over compensating on my other side and leg to the point my shoulder and leg are weak and sore, too. I visit physical therapy at least once a week and then will go back and get re-evaluated by the Orthopedic surgeon to determine if I have to undergo another surgery again. The physical therapist told me that the physical therapy will not repair the tear, just make my leg stronger. Ummm, if I am going to need therapy after surgery anyways why can't I just get it repaired and then go forward? Insurance. Good ole's crappy insurance. Have to check those boxes!
I've been offered two types of exercises in the meantime I can do on my own, one of them is swimming and the other is a stationary bike. A lady at work brought in a contraption that fits under her desk and is of bicycle variety. I got a bit excited over it and asked if that would be a solution for me? My PT said yes, I could do it. So, I'm starting to look into those gizmos and some of them are not cheap. Right now though, money is very tight so it will need to wait. Especially, since I have to pay $40 each week for therapy.
Got to remind myself...time and patience and more of the same.
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