Movie you killin' it man!
I find it very confusing how LL patients say LL is hard, you can't go back to work after a month, you need people to take care of you but in such videos it seems not that difficult. 
I don't know what to believe..
And really take it easy though. Walking stairs is a bit much at this stage I think 
You can always do that in a month or two.
E Z: correct
Cena: It's not easy, Stryde makes it that much easier I guess, it's different for everyone. I did need someone to take care of me in the beginning stages I'd say first 2-3 weeks.
I push myself to improve daily, If I took it easy I probably wouldn't be able to do what I am able to do now, I know my body best so I push as far as I know I'm safely capable to do so.
Nice job, Movie! Legs are strong. You're really killing it. How is the range of motion with stretching and are you doing PT at home or at a clinic?
Thanks IFS! Range of motion is decent, I can't touch my toes anymore how ever since I've distracted almost 4CM's but I still stretch lol, and at home
Quote from: Movie on September 14, 2019, 05:04:29 PMThanks IFS! Range of motion is decent, I can't touch my toes anymore however since I've distracted almost 4CM's but I still stretch lol, and at home
Nice and no big deal on not being able to touch your toes. I'm still working toward touching my toes and I've completed 8.5 months now of recovery. Granted, I probably should be stretching, more, lol.
You're doing so well and you're light years ahead of where I was at in terms of being able to move around. You should change your name from Movie to Moving. lol. Just kidding. Talk soon.
All the Best,
IFS
Movie,
Its so good to hear from you man! I just wanted to know does Mahboubian provide financing options for LL. Also what is the full cost you have paid? I think I remember hearing around 60k but just wanted to be sure. Anyways you really look like you're doing good, I definitely think this surgery seemed nearly impossible even 5 years ago... it just seems now that things in LL are advancing. More people are doing it, doctors are becoming more skilled in the practice, and the community is stronger. You are a pioneer of this community yourself, it is amazing to see your progress, I am only 23 but hope to get this done in my twenties.. and by the looks of your strength it just seems to me that I want to get it done ASAP and just work through the battle. You make it so realistic, thank you!
dreamingtall: Yes I heard of Care credit or something like that where you can make payments if you qualify, but honestly didn't look into it much because I paid cash, and yeah it ended up being 70k for the surgery total + 2.3K anesthesia fee (which I haven't paid and will talk to the hospital before I do so, because Mahboubian said it was all included).
Thanks bro appreciate it, I'm 23 as well, do it ASAP if you really want to do it, I really feel like youth is working in my favor, my callous looks very good I'm sure that has some play on that.
Quote from: Movie on September 15, 2019, 12:06:19 AMdreamingtall: Yes I heard of Care credit or something like that where you can make payments if you qualify, but honestly didn't look into it much because I paid cash, and yeah it ended up being 70k for the surgery total + 2.3K anesthesia fee (which I haven't paid and will talk to the hospital before I do so, because Mahboubian said it was all included).
Thanks bro appreciate it, I'm 23 as well, do it ASAP if you really want to do it, I really feel like youth is working in my favor, my callous looks very good I'm sure that has some play on that.
Bro awesome video - looks like you are doing incredible honestly.
This gives us all alot of inspiration so thanks very much
Quote from: Movie on September 14, 2019, 03:20:52 AMtoday I was at mahboubian's clinic and I think one of you recognized me, and asked If I had recently done the surgery, but I said no ... I just wasn't in the mood earlier to talk to anybody haha my bad guys I regret it I could've maybe answered questions you had, if you're here on the forum hit me up bro (middle eastern guy accompanied with a lady and another man).
Here's the vlog update by the way:
dude that was me! haha... the lady was my mom and the other dude was my bro. i went in for a consultation with mahboubian and recognized you instantly as you walked in, since your earlier videos had shown your face.
no worries, i'll hit you up with questions on here if i have any. your walk was fine and it looks like you are making amazing progress!!
Looking great man, thanks for sharing!
I wish I had enough money to go with internal Femurs...
Oh well, at-least I found an amazing doctor. Will be less comfortable, but eventually we will both look back at this time and be proud of ourselves. 
Having a psychotherapy-partner looks motivating, it sure helps.
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