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Pugwash's peg-leg

My latest 'Peg-leg' update...

Here, I'm experiencing a serious setback.

Can't remember if I told you I dislocated an elbow (which happens periodically, then re-sets itself within a few hours).

This time it's laid me low.
Had a thorough examination by Mel, the physio and found I have an inflamed nerve, which affects from neck to hand and feels like what happens when one 'knocks the funny bone', but is constant and has been making my life miserable for nearly 3 weeks.

Every movement is agony.
Mel advised contacting my GP practice, which resulted in a telephone chat with a Locum, who advised I increase my Pregabalin dose from 2 x 200mg to 3x.

This helps to dull the pain to manageable levels, though emphasises my hand seems to be partially paralyzed!

The main impact has been me not using my crutches/prosthetic, for feeling vulnerable to falls.
Though it's difficult, I have no option but to keep trundling around in my wheelchair.

My research online assures me the nerve inflammation will settle down eventually.

A week ago, there was no way I could have typed this explanation due to the movements required; so I suppose that is progress?

After 'saying' that, I've had enough for now.

EDIT
Just realised today is exactly one year since my accident.
 
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pugwash said:
My latest 'Peg-leg' update...

Here, I'm experiencing a serious setback.

Can't remember if I told you I dislocated an elbow (which happens periodically, then re-sets itself within a few hours).

This time it's laid me low.
Had a thorough examination by Mel, the physio and found I have an inflamed nerve, which affects from neck to hand and feels like what happens when one 'knocks the funny bone', but is constant and has been making my life miserable for nearly 3 weeks.

Every movement is agony.
Mel advised contacting my GP practice, which resulted in a telephone chat with a Locum, who advised I increase my Pregabalin dose from 2 x 200mg to 3x.

This helps to dull the pain to manageable levels, though emphasises my hand seems to be partially paralyzed!

The main impact has been me not using my crutches/prosthetic, for feeling vulnerable to falls.
Though it's difficult, I have no option but to keep trundling around in my wheelchair.

My research online assures me the nerve inflammation will settle down eventually.

A week ago, there was no way I could have typed this explanation due to the movements required; so I suppose that is progress?

After 'saying' that, I've had enough for now.
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Good god I hope it settles down. "Old age is not for sissies." Betty Davis
 
Oh dear, that doesn't sound good! In any case, I wish you all the best for your recovery! Unfortunately, inflammation always takes a little longer to heal. But I'm pretty sure you can do it!! Thumbsup Thumbsup
 
Latest update...

Please regard it as a recap of the last years events; most of which you are aware of, but containing my latest progress.

It's a little over a year since my accident and the journey continues to be an ordeal to be overcome.

Coming to the end of 6 months of physio and have managed to accomplish all that was asked of me... not bad for a 70 year old fart.

I was issued with a very basic, heavy prosthetic. It's rigid, not articulated at the knee so is of limited use, with crutches and is hard work.
I have, however, persevered.

The physio has been frank with me all the time and I've often seen the astonishment on her face when I've made progress.

Apparently I'm one of a small percentage to get this far.
I've been told repeatedly I will always need additional support and will never walk without.

Guess what?
Yesterday I was determined to make the effort... for the first time, unaided, I 'walked' up and down between parallel bars, 3 times!

OK, it was a very basic struggle, but I did it.
Just like Kenneth Moore in 'Reach for the sky'.

The physio was speechless!

I must say I felt rather chuffed.
Finally I demonstrated it can be done.
Like a small child taking its first wobbly steps.

I've managed to continually surprise everyone throughout my treatment and rehab.
I've never felt more alive, never been downhearted and had them all laughing at my positivity and contagious sense of humour.

Of course I have to respect my much reduced circumstances.
I rely heavily on my one good, reliable friend to do my shopping... without who's help I'd truly be in the piccalilli!

I'd rather not be in this position.
I nearly lost my life, yet survived the gruesome event and am living to tell the tale''.

So you are basically up to date.

May I wish all my friends here a very sincere Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
 
Have you watched the movie Men of Honor, with Cuba Gooding Jr. as Navy Master Diver Carl Brasher, a diver who lost both legs in on-ship accident, refused to give up and got medically reinstated as a diver with two prosthetic legs. Helped by his mentor, played by Robert DeNiro, he fought the system against the odds as poor uneducated black man in WWII era of the Navy.

He also did what no one believed a person could do!

Keep going, and you will prevail at your goals, and exceed what they say you can't do!
 
pugwash said:
Latest update...

Please regard it as a recap of the last years events; most of which you are aware of, but containing my latest progress.

It's a little over a year since my accident and the journey continues to be an ordeal to be overcome.

Coming to the end of 6 months of physio and have managed to accomplish all that was asked of me... not bad for a 70 year old fart.

I was issued with a very basic, heavy prosthetic. It's rigid, not articulated at the knee so is of limited use, with crutches and is hard work.
I have, however, persevered.

The physio has been frank with me all the time and I've often seen the astonishment on her face when I've made progress.

Apparently I'm one of a small percentage to get this far.
I've been told repeatedly I will always need additional support and will never walk without.

Guess what?
Yesterday I was determined to make the effort... for the first time, unaided, I 'walked' up and down between parallel bars, 3 times!

OK, it was a very basic struggle, but I did it.
Just like Kenneth Moore in 'Reach for the sky'.

The physio was speechless!

I must say I felt rather chuffed.
Finally I demonstrated it can be done.
Like a small child taking its first wobbly steps.

I've managed to continually surprise everyone throughout my treatment and rehab.
I've never felt more alive, never been downhearted and had them all laughing at my positivity and contagious sense of humour.

Of course I have to respect my much reduced circumstances.
I rely heavily on my one good, reliable friend to do my shopping... without who's help I'd truly be in the piccalilli!

I'd rather not be in this position.
I nearly lost my life, yet survived the gruesome event and am living to tell the tale''.

So you are basically up to date.

May I wish all my friends here a very sincere Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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Thank you for sharing your latest progress, Pugwash. It's good to hear you've made this progress between the bars.
Regards, Peter
 
You go Pug!!! That is truly amazing. Heads up everyone, don't ever tell Pug that he can't do something!

That is really great news, my friend. I know the journey as not been at all easy, with many ups and downs, so what a triumphant moment that must have been. Well done.

Perhaps now there is a reason to look into articulated prosthetics? It seems to me that once you have conquered the balance and movement issues, a bendable knee would make it that much easier.
 
pugwash said:
Latest update...

Please regard it as a recap of the last years events; most of which you are aware of, but containing my latest progress.

It's a little over a year since my accident and the journey continues to be an ordeal to be overcome.

Coming to the end of 6 months of physio and have managed to accomplish all that was asked of me... not bad for a 70 year old fart.

I was issued with a very basic, heavy prosthetic. It's rigid, not articulated at the knee so is of limited use, with crutches and is hard work.
I have, however, persevered.

The physio has been frank with me all the time and I've often seen the astonishment on her face when I've made progress.

Apparently I'm one of a small percentage to get this far.
I've been told repeatedly I will always need additional support and will never walk without.

Guess what?
Yesterday I was determined to make the effort... for the first time, unaided, I 'walked' up and down between parallel bars, 3 times!

OK, it was a very basic struggle, but I did it.
Just like Kenneth Moore in 'Reach for the sky'.

The physio was speechless!

I must say I felt rather chuffed.
Finally I demonstrated it can be done.
Like a small child taking its first wobbly steps.

I've managed to continually surprise everyone throughout my treatment and rehab.
I've never felt more alive, never been downhearted and had them all laughing at my positivity and contagious sense of humour.

Of course I have to respect my much reduced circumstances.
I rely heavily on my one good, reliable friend to do my shopping... without who's help I'd truly be in the piccalilli!

I'd rather not be in this position.
I nearly lost my life, yet survived the gruesome event and am living to tell the tale''.

So you are basically up to date.

May I wish all my friends here a very sincere Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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That's a very uplifting report Mr. Pugwash. Desire along with prayer is the secret to success; it trumps will power every time.
 
RussF said:
You go Pug!!! That is truly amazing. Heads up everyone, don't ever tell Pug that he can't do something!

That is really great news, my friend. I know the journey as not been at all easy, with many ups and downs, so what a triumphant moment that must have been. Well done.

Perhaps now there is a reason to look into articulated prosthetics? It seems to me that once you have conquered the balance and movement issues, a bendable knee would make it that much easier.
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Thanks for that Russ.

It's the getting, not the wanting.

Pardon the pun, but that will be the next step.
(not too far).
 
Pray the progress continues and that you will continue to be an inspiration to many people. Because you have been on this forum. This is great to hear that you are moving forward. Cheers.
 
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