One step back 2 step forward - Knee

Just thought I would provide an anatomy of the knee.
Well, I over did it yesterday to the point where I was in so much pain that I could barely have a full breath. I could not wait to get home. It was giving me such a shortness of breath from the pain. I feel like all my healing went down the drain. Back to square one. I was even bleeding a bit.
I got home, medicated it, took my drugs, ate dinner and went to sleep. I woke up this morning and just like magic, I feel 200% better. Nice healing going on and no pain at all. I am more confident today.
In the office, I took of the wrap, have my leg up and a fan blowing it to let it air out. Feeling good.
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Another day with the Knee

Well, I am having another frustrating day with the knee. Can barely move it for peddling. I have 5 full days to heal until I take my first ride on Sunday which will be 58 miles.
I can't imagine, being this inactive for this long stretch of time.

This is who I am. I realized that Physical and emotional healing HURTS!!!

that is it for today

Update on Knee Injury

Ok here are some update, went to the Doctor today and she took a tissue sample to make sure there are no bugs, whatever that means. It looks like it is healing but not as fast as she thought. I am taking anti inflammatory drugs and she thought I was also taking Anti-biotic, but I was not, so she prescribe me some to take 500mg 4 times for 5 days called Cephalexin.
When I ask if I will be able to ride on July 20th, she has this expression as not sure what to tell me, but she then said she thinks I will be ok, but to take it easy.
I am suppose to see her again for a special appointment on Friday the 18th at 9:30am, just for me. Since I am leaving that day.

That is for now.

Danny

WARNING:Update on the injury

Well here is picture as of today 7/10/2008. Still frustrated that I can't bend my knee too much. Today I decided that I a going to let some air on it and not wrap it up for the night. It doesnt sting as much, but I hope I can bend it by July 20th. It is still raw, but I think I am on my way to heal

Update on my injury

Ok, I went to the doctor and she said it is a pretty good gash, but since I am pretty healthy I should heal fast enough by the time I do RAGBRAI which I start riding on the 20th. I was concern about should and arm and I have now Rotary Cuff tendinitis. But putting a cold pack and in 3 days doing some therapy, I should be ok.

Today, My arm feels great, I have more movement then yesterday, so my confidence has been boosted up that my shoulder will get better.
My knee is still bleeding through the hole, in fact I only walked a block and my wrap fell down and I looked down and noticed that I was bleeding through my pants, not good. So I had to use the first aid kit and patch myself again. I hope this thing heal faster.
I am so bummed out that I can't do any workout, upper or lower body. I tried doing sit up, but then my shoulder started to hurt.
I just have to be patient
That is it for now