Just had my session with the physio and after lots of homework have made a number of controlled walks without my single stick.
A milestone in my recovery and a step closer to where I want to be after nearly 3 years.
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That’s brilliant 
well done you Really pleased to hear that all of your hard work has been successful.
Keep on keeping on 
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Regards Sue
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That’s great news, thanks for posting it
I wish to emulate your achievement when the time comes.
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@mrfrederickson
Mark, good for you. I remember my first time without the cane. Scary, but gradually I was able to walk further and further. I still use mine in crowded areas. I want people to know not to bump me. It doesn’t take much to knock me over, 
You are doing so well…keep it up Lad.
Derek
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Well done
Having a free (working) hand 
is a boon to moving around functionally 
What sort of distances are you managing at this stage 
Keep up the good work
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Thanks Sue lots of repeating and practice to establish the best gate and foot placement still ahead but I’m on my way thankfully.
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Thanks my stick will still be in play when outside until I’m better in doors no point having a fall and destroying my confidence. It’s a great feeling when you get there stamina next stage and then better transition from left to right, but it’s still on the right track
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Thanks it was a surprise to me after the marathon climb last week but the physio felt my foot placement was good enough for the next phase and here I am no more wild leg swinging but short measured steps with no knee popping out to the left
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Thanks Simon still short distance the length of the kitchen and in th hall to th the dining room was tired after so fatigue was an issue that needs building up.
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Yep deffo - but one yard can become two and two can become four and it doesn’t take long till the up to 1,760
How far away is your nearest pub?
I find mine swings in an arc now only when I’m tired or the ground is rough but mostly it’s swings through line of my knee. My foot/big toe still points out a little like a penguin and I find walks over about 100 yd start making the ball of my big toe hurt I think it’s taking more pressure than it used to
Cheers 
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Hi Simon nearest pub is a mile away and on my list for a pint and a steak dinner
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That’s definitely a goal that would / should motivate
What’s your preferred pint?
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@mrfrederickson thats great progress…you’re on your way to better things.
I take my stick if I venture out as dizziness can strike at any point and it helps me stay on my feet. It’s also a good tool to let people know you have walking issues. They tend to give a wider berth & get less frustrated when you’re in their way 
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Will do Sue now to perfect my new found fooot placement and gain in strength
Already looking to get my left arm alive, never giving up until I get where I’m supposed to be.
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Thanks and res like you will have my stick in public to safe guard myself against any issues or over zealous members of society
This strengthening aid is helping me a lot with inner thigh movements
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Well done that’s great news! That’s one of my “must dos” then at least I would have a free working hand!
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Woohoo 
Celebration time comes round again You just keep on coming don’t you @mrfrederickson
So now you’re going to try going around without your stick as much as possible. Because the more you can do without it the better it’s going to get in the shortest amount of time. So I would certainly go without around the house 
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Thanks Lorraine I’m going to keep stick free in the house but outside until my strength and stamina improves the stick will be on hand to avoid falls and my seat to help with stamina issues.
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Oh I whole heartedly agree with you on that Here’s hoping it won’t be too much longer 
