Well, here we are, and whilst I am, understandably frustrated at the length of time all is taking, I am pleased to report that there has been significant improvement, albeit there are some days when the forward steps seem to take a retreat. I can get up and about on my own, however I can't bend enough to put socks or shoes on, for example. With the drugs, I am able to get out to the shops and for a drink on a Friday night, but sitting down for any time is very uncomfortable, which is another reason why I can't post long details of anything.
The long term diagnosis is positive. I have also now started physiotherapy twice a week, which is helping to relax the muscles that have tightened to rock over the months. I am not going to set goals as to when I can get back to doing things that a normal person would do. I'm guessing that the earlier advice that it would be, at the earliest, next March when I could run again, is still the realistic time frame for that, but we will see.
I'll come back and post again soon, hopefully as things get even better. Here's a pic of me from Sunday, when we hosted the hash from the house - obviously I didn't take part in the running, but enjoyed the company of friends, which helps the healing process. It's been a tough few months, but we're getting there - Snail like at times, but whilst the light may seem a long way, I think I can see a flicker in this tunnel.
