the long road back

I had my first physical therapy appointment yesterday. I'll be going twice a week to start. The therapist pushed and pulled my leg and foot and had me resist her pressure to see what we have to work with.

Synopsis:

I can raise and lower my foot about a half inch.

I cannot move my foot side to side.

I can wiggle all but my big toe. I cannot curl my toes.

I can straighten my knee completely but I can not bend it fully.

Sound bites:

"Stretch your foot with a towel behind it. Hold it for at least 30 seconds. Stay on the crutches until I can clarify your weight baring status."

". . .there's lots of scar tissue to breakdown . . ."

"What's your goal?"
"To walk without a limp."
"That's a good goal."