Jul
21
On Canes and Cannulas
The last three months have given me probably one of the best lessons of my life in terms of my own dependence on others. This time has revealed to me not only my own personal limitations, but also the grace of friendship, and the kindness of strangers.
About 3 months ago, I suddenly began having problems with my right hip. At first, it was merely a matter of feeling a catch in my hip when I attempted to stand up I found ways to work around it, and it didn't prevent me from my workout routine (4-5 days a week). I was still able to squat my body weight 3 x 10 at the time and do sprints on the elliptical machine, ride my bike, and do other resistance training. I did have some fatigue in movement, but for the most part, I could still get around.
About 3 months ago, I suddenly began having problems with my right hip. At first, it was merely a matter of feeling a catch in my hip when I attempted to stand up I found ways to work around it, and it didn't prevent me from my workout routine (4-5 days a week). I was still able to squat my body weight 3 x 10 at the time and do sprints on the elliptical machine, ride my bike, and do other resistance training. I did have some fatigue in movement, but for the most part, I could still get around.
