Quote from: FutureStryder on June 29, 2019, 06:18:59 PMWhy did he stop writing ? Something wrong?? Any complication after months ?
Hi Stryder, I still update one time a week, every Sunday. During consolidation and recovery; there isn't too much to write about since the daily routine is the same. I had zero complications and I'm walking very well. Also, just started to do a light jog.
Quote from: InFullStryde on June 29, 2019, 06:02:42 PMHi Jubart,
Everything is going great as far as I'm concerned. My diet is normal. I usually eat a lot of veggies and protein. I'm a meat eater also, so a steady dose of chicken and fish is okay for me. I'm taking Vitamin D, C, MultiVitamin, and Protein Shake for added meals. I'm actually about 10 lbs heavier than my average weight before CLL... That combined 6 inches of added bone definitely adds to the weight because I'm not any bigger or anything around the stomach or upper body. Calories are at about 2000-2500 per day.
So the .. the 6 inches bone .. gives you more weight?
Quote from: PANDA:BEAR.. on June 29, 2019, 06:28:17 PMSo the .. the 6 inches bone .. gives you more weight?
I believe it does. I'll ask Dr. M. It has to give you a bit more.
Quote from: InFullStryde on June 29, 2019, 06:21:43 PMHi Stryder, I still update one time a week, every Sunday. During consolidation and recovery; there isn't too much to write about since the daily routine is the same. I had zero complications and I'm walking very well. Also, just started to do a light jog.
I'm so happy for you to hear that. I hope you also do your gym workout for upper body regularly.
Any remaining pain ? Duck ass gone completely?
Quote from: FutureStryder on June 29, 2019, 06:47:25 PMI'm so happy for you to hear that. I hope you also do your gym workout for upper body regularly.
Any remaining pain ? Duck ass gone completely?
Thank you! Yes; back at the gym and working out pretty much everything...Upper and lower body. Pain is gone and Duck is pretty much gone.. I think 95%.
(Sunday) Day 177 Post Op - Day 84 Consolidation/Recovery Phase - DISTRACTION COMPLETED...[7.5 cm Achieved / 3 inches Taller!]
Good morning CLL'ers!
Another update coming live from sunny So Cal. As it turns out my condition continues to get better. Today is by far the best I have felt with my legs since the day before surgery. The CLL process has been a fascinating one to me. If you're lucky enough; you truly do get a little bit better each and every single day. I'm pushing up against 6 months now and I'll describe below what that means. I know that the 6-month mark is somewhat the golden date that Doctors will typically inform you as far as walking normal again. I'll explain what 6 months is to me...
6 Months for Me...
I can walk again. I have some stiffness which can be felt and if examined very closely can be seen too. The tightness is from the quadriceps. It does not impact me from doing anything out of necessity. I can stand for as long as I need to and probably walk 2 - 3 miles without a break if I needed to. I went on a trip about 2 weeks ago where I needed to walk about 60,000 steps over 5 days. I was tired and there was some "Drag"; meaning my gait would be a tad off as the walking became prolonged, but It wasn't bad. I just look like a guy who maybe is "recovering from something" but nothing that indicated any major problems. I was pretty normal to the common onlooker. At 6 months I can do a slow jog and I have some versatility back. I'm not flirting with athletics yet, however. I can do small jumping, hopping, pivots, etc...but it is not athletic yet. For my life, that is fine because I hung up the cleats many many years ago...However....based on where I am at today I expect to be back to modest sports activities in about 2-3 more months. If it's 4 months...that's fine. I'm in no hurry since my necessities are being met.
My "Duck Ass" Or Anterior Pelvic tilt (APT) is 87% resolved. It is not noticeable to the onlooker and I do not feel back pain from it any longer. It also does not affect my final height and it's not bothersome anymore. Where the APT comes into play the most is when I have sat or laid down a bit. Overall the tightness from resting the legs for a little while makes it so I need to take about 15-20 warmup steps and just stretch for a few minutes before I am loose again. The reason for this is because again, the quadriceps are still tight (They get a tiny bit looser every day). In time, these will continue to loosen through my stretching and strengthening. Moral of this story and why do I share it?....I want prospect CLL'ers to know that the feared "Duck Ass", is in most cases nothing more than just tight quads and weak glutes. That's it. Work your glutes, walk, and stretch and it will go away... Nice thing is that the Duck Ass will reduce it self to a point where you won't notice it much well before it's totally gone. Incorporate a few extra work outs to your general routine and it will dissapait in weeks to months. (It's not a years thing).
Guys, I'm so happy. I cannot tell you how much this has improved my life and I'm so so so thankful for all the support you have given me, Dr. M has given me, my PT has given me, my family has given me....and the list goes on. I could not have done this without everyone involved. It takes a village.......(wait for it)............. to be successful at CLL. I will do another post in a couple of months that focuses just on the impact this has made for my life and that will also require me to disclose how height impacted me before CLL; I trust that you guys will be able to relate to me in so many ways. I'll close out with this statement... "I'm Finally Free".
Thank you again you guys, I'll update once again next Sunday and ..... Those Fireworks on July 4th...here in the USA...well those have two meanings this year...Obviously, celebrating independence; but additionaly, I'm celebrating my freedom from height dysporhia.
Talk soon!
IFS
Hey ..IFS.. thanks for another great update.. your surgery and recovery has been amazing..
It's just shows how.. great planning and going with the right doctor.. gets you impresse results.
Well done ... buddy!!!! Keep us posted ...
Don't let up, My man. Keep pushing for better recovery every single day. Don't let up until you're at least a year post surgery! I'm thinking of scheduling my consultation with Dr. Paley soon.
Quote from: InFullStryde on June 30, 2019, 04:24:34 PM(Sunday) Day 177 Post Op - Day 84 Consolidation/Recovery Phase - DISTRACTION COMPLETED...[7.5 cm Achieved / 3 inches Taller!]
Good morning CLL'ers!
Another update coming live from sunny So Cal. As it turns out my condition continues to get better. Today is by far the best I have felt with my legs since the day before surgery. The CLL process has been a fascinating one to me. If you're lucky enough; you truly do get a little bit better each and every single day. I'm pushing up against 6 months now and I'll describe below what that means. I know that the 6-month mark is somewhat the golden date that Doctors will typically inform you as far as walking normal again. I'll explain what 6 months is to me...
6 Months for Me...
I can walk again. I have some stiffness which can be felt and if examined very closely can be seen too. The tightness is from the quadriceps. It does not impact me from doing anything out of necessity. I can stand for as long as I need to and probably walk 2 - 3 miles without a break if I needed to. I went on a trip about 2 weeks ago where I needed to walk about 60,000 steps over 5 days. I was tired and there was some "Drag"; meaning my gait would be a tad off as the walking became prolonged, but It wasn't bad. I just look like a guy who maybe is "recovering from something" but nothing that indicated any major problems. I was pretty normal to the common onlooker. At 6 months I can do a slow jog and I have some versatility back. I'm not flirting with athletics yet, however. I can do small jumping, hopping, pivots, etc...but it is not athletic yet. For my life, that is fine because I hung up the cleats many many years ago...However....based on where I am at today I expect to be back to modest sports activities in about 2-3 more months. If it's 4 months...that's fine. I'm in no hurry since my necessities are being met.
My "Duck Ass" Or Anterior Pelvic tilt (APT) is 87% resolved. It is not noticeable to the onlooker and I do not feel back pain from it any longer. It also does not affect my final height and it's not bothersome anymore. Where the APT comes into play the most is when I have sat or laid down a bit. Overall the tightness from resting the legs for a little while makes it so I need to take about 15-20 warmup steps and just stretch for a few minutes before I am loose again. The reason for this is because again, the quadriceps are still tight (They get a tiny bit looser every day). In time, these will continue to loosen through my stretching and strengthening. Moral of this story and why do I share it?....I want prospect CLL'ers to know that the feared "Duck Ass", is in most cases nothing more than just tight quads and weak glutes. That's it. Work your glutes, walk, and stretch and it will go away... Nice thing is that the Duck Ass will reduce it self to a point where you won't notice it much well before it's totally gone. Incorporate a few extra work outs to your general routine and it will dissapait in weeks to months. (It's not a years thing).
Guys, I'm so happy. I cannot tell you how much this has improved my life and I'm so so so thankful for all the support you have given me, Dr. M has given me, my PT has given me, my family has given me....and the list goes on. I could not have done this without everyone involved. It takes a village.......(wait for it)............. to be successful at CLL. I will do another post in a couple of months that focuses just on the impact this has made for my life and that will also require me to disclose how height impacted me before CLL; I trust that you guys will be able to relate to me in so many ways. I'll close out with this statement... "I'm Finally Free".
Thank you again you guys, I'll update once again next Sunday and ..... Those Fireworks on July 4th...here in the USA...well those have two meanings this year...Obviously, celebrating independence; but additionaly, I'm celebrating my freedom from height dysporhia.
Talk soon!
IFS
Top man - congrats!
Great Job IFS on the 6 mth milestone. Actually, everyday is a milestone in LL journey or life for that matter. For regaining athletic or fitness level, I suggest that you can try the thread mill on a incremental pace increase. It has a progressive effect and something tangible to work with. i.e Start a 2.4 km (or any fix distance that is meaningful for you) and a pace of say 5.0. (lower pace if need be, once again up to you) With each daily walk (again up to you on the frequency), slowly work your way to a jog/run (probably pace 6.0 onward). You can watch videos or motivational clips as you walk/eventual run (do be mindful of safety of coz but it helps to pass the time and keep the discipline).It helps me in regaining my post LL fitness level in a sustainable and somewhat structured way. Great Job on your diary btw. You will serve as a guidance for other dream seeker.
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