Journal entry by Shaun Phay —
Had an appointment with my orthopedic surgeon last Thursday and got a bunch of x-rays done. Everything is healing very well! I got cleared to start weight bearing on my right foot without the black boot! But my PT says I'll have to wean myself off of it since my ankle is going to be very weak for a while. I still have to use the walker to walk and the wheelchair since I can't go more than a few hundred feet at a time but progress is progress! My wounds are slowly healing and are almost completely scabbed over and I'm so thankful for that! Glad to be feeling better! I've been able to get out into the community a few times to go shopping, have meals with friends and family, and run errands. It's exhausting to be out and about but I enjoy being able to socialize and feel somewhat normal. I am still dealing with quite a bit of pain on a daily basis but I have a feeling that it will be sticking around for a while. Some days are better than others but I am learning techniques to help me cope with the chronic pain such as meditation, music therapy and some stretches. Overall I'd say everything is going well. Keep the prayers coming my way, I definitely appreciate the love and support! Thank you all!
~Anna~
~Anna~
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