03 November 2009

magical miracle RICE

thanks everyone for the advice and well wishes!

I'm happy (ecstatic, really) to report that my knee is feeling MUCH better. Last night I swam and it felt fine.. the flip turns made my knee feel a little wonky, but I managed to do them with my left leg straight (that must have looked hilarious). This morning I really don't feel any pain, except when I bend or strighten it suddenly. I can walk normally without pain or limping.

RICE has really been amazing.
Rest: swam last night, haven't run since Saturday, and will not run for a while. May try cycling in a few days.
Ice: I've been icing as often as possible.. at home and at work.
Compression: Bought a cheap knee compression sleeve and have been wearing it regularly.
Elevation: when I can. currently my leg is propped up on my desk with a bag of ice on it. have been propping it up with a pillow at home in bed.

I think maybe it was just really inflamed? I'm not sure but I'm glad it appears to be healing quickly. I need to remember to continue resting. I have a strong enough running base -- from both IM training AND from an early spring marathon this year -- to not run for a while. I'd like to get in one more long ride this weekend but I'll see how I feel.

This week will be a lot of swimming.. which is good. I like swimming.

25 days!

12 comments:

  1. I'm glad your knee is better. Definately trust your base. Swimming is good, too. Low impact.

    :-)

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  2. That is such great news! I have been thinking about your knee for 2 days waiting for an update!

    Trust your instincts on this -- here is to hoping it keeps getting better!

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  3. gosh it's so close!!! yay on the knee!

    on the other hand. how do you fit it all in?? give me some tips woman!!

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  4. Something as simple as RICE works wonders!!!!!

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  5. Good to hear the knee is feeling better. Props to you to follow RICE, I know it can be hard!

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  6. Good news that your knee feels better :)

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  7. Rest, you'll be fine. I'm sending good thoughts your way! :)

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