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Range of Motion

9/13/2014

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I started my day yesterday with OT. It was time for a reevaluation and the news wasn't what I hoped to hear.
  • My range of motion for straightening my arm isn't improving. 
  • My bending range is improving minimally. 
  • However, my ease of doing things is much better. 

I cannot fathom not opening my arm fully for the long term.

There IS a solution.

The solution is to wear the brace Laura, my OT, created for me.

That was MUCH easier to do before real life came into play. It is bulky and cumbersome. BUT, it ensures my arm stays as straight as it can. I am going to have to figure out how to wear it while going about my day. I just HAVE to.

I followed OT immediately with a massage. Jen is who put it into perspective for me. She said I was training to get back to work; which I have. I am working four days, a half day on Wednesday - I am gearing up for the full day. And, my position at the desk requires I write, and erase, and write some more. So, as much as I am taking a step up in my treatment, I am also going backwards.

I went home, showered, put on my makeup and headed to the salon. I asked Leslie to blow out my hair for me as I knew my arm would be shot for the day.

On the way down to the salon I had a pity party in the car.

I walked into the backroom at the salon and started to cry. The back room is our "safe room." It is the only place you can legitimately have a nervous breakdown, or be angry, or cry. So, imagine that I had said breakdown with four women sitting there. The mama instinct kicked in. There is nothing better than having a crying jag and knowing people will help you and offer you a tissue.

Today I am working at the salon.

When I get home I will welcome the brace. I. Will. Get. A. Full. Range. Of. Motion.

Damnit.

xo
One step up and two steps back 

http://youtu.be/MkFQHScyti0

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sarah
9/13/2014 06:22:02 am

Have you tried standing while working? You can still do the work-but the desk will be farther away so you will need to extend by necessity. That will make you exercises part of your daily routine. Ask your, OT

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Maggie ~ TGHR
9/13/2014 10:14:55 am

Sarah ~

If I thought I could write while wearing the brace, I would be on it. But, I don't think I can. I am actually typing this while wearing it, and I have texted while wearing it, but pen to paper might be a bit too challenging.

I do stand a lot and when I am standing I make a concentrated effort to put my arm out straight.

xo

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ADME services link
8/30/2015 06:30:10 pm

Hi, will you feel so painful when you wear the brace to do work no matter you are outside or at home? My daughter has a brace too and I am very sympathetic with her.

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