December 27, 2007
Kick-a-thon
Day 11: I went to physical therapy after work. The therapist said she thought I had become noticeably better as compared to the day before. She spoke with the doctor’s assistant, who passed on instructions that I was to keep the weight off my leg until my January 3rd appointment with the doctor. That is frustrating. But I guess I need to follow orders to make sure I heal properly. So did I do too much today? This evening, we had our dojo’s annual charity kick-a-thon (http://www.jkasv.com/dojo/events/kickathon.html). 2008 front-kicks. I spent half of the time taking pictures and video and giving minor instruction. But I also did some light kicks while sitting down. All on my right side, stabilizing my left on the chair. I will not be back at the dojo until Jan 3rd, after my doctor’s appointment. So there isn’t much risk of me doing any significant karate between now and then. I’m feeling great. I think the range of motion in my left hip is now better than it was just prior to the surgery. I will see if I can find time to visit the gym tomorrow to ride the stationary bike a little. Next physical therapy will be next Wed & Thur, due to the holidays.