Yea!! The Injections Are Working

Well with some luck, today was my last visit to the foot doc. The injections I received two weeks ago have improved my foot/ankle to the point that no immobilization will be necessary. On a scale of 1-10 (ten being the worst) I have gone from a 50 four weeks ago to a 10 down to a 6. For the first time in a year I am able to walk normally. I still have some discomfort but it is bearable, also the doc feels that with a stabilization brace and the molded orthotics that will also improve.

Now all that is left is having the orthotics made. Doc has referred a company that will come directly to my house so I will not have to worry about missing work and arranging travel (I don't drive). My only concern is how much I will have to pay. So far I have been able to pay as I go without having to accummulate a balance and add to my debt.

Dr Appointment

Welp had my doc appointment today. Overall not too bad, discounting the torture of having a needle stuck into my ankle joint (actually didn't hurt as bad as the one in the heal 4 months ago). Anywhoo no immobilization as of yet, altho it is not completely out of the picture. Is dependent upon my reaction to this new injection if this doesnt help in the next 2 weeks then my foot/ankle will be immobilized for 3-6 weeks. I also need to get a special ankle brace and be fitted for the hard orthotic insert for my shoes. Also need to get x-rays done and MRI but that is not definite yet.

So much for digging out of debt, I just keep adding more. I have been paying as I go with this battle so as not to add to my debt problems. But my need to continue working is taking a toll on my ankle; doc was not too thrilled to hear I was still pulling 12 hour days. Gotta do what I gotta do.

I am hoping this injection helps :))