More than a month ago, I hurt my knee. I don't know how -- I woke up one morning and I couldn't straighten it. It was locked in place and screaming pain would shoot through it when I tried. It took me more than half an hour, lots of tears and finally just DOING it (like ripping a bandaid off) to get my leg uncrooked. But something happened to it and it hasn't been right since.
It took a couple weeks of wrapping it and babying it until it felt *mostly* healed. I'd still get a twinge if I tried to squat or kneel, but I could walk, run agility and more with no issues.
Until Sunday. Sunday, during a walk, I felt something ... move. It didn't hurt then, but I knew something had happened and sure enough as the day progressed, the pain began. It's not unbearable, but it is uncomfortable.
The worst part is this: The Deerfield Fair is this weekend.
I don't know if you remember, but last year for the fair I was sick.
DD loves the fair more than she loves Christmas. She talks about it all year long, marks off her calendar for it, saves up money to spend at it. It is, without a doubt, her favorite day of the year.
It requires a LOT of walking. And standing. And I hurt my knee.
I swear, I'm cursed. I can't remember the last time we went to the fair when the weather was pretty and I wasn't hurt or sick. It's ridiculous.
Anyway, I'm babying my knee again for the week and if I have to, I'll use crutches to go. Because, I'm not disappointing my DD. But MAN does it make me angry... *sigh*
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I hate to say this because when it happened to me I kept dismissing it, thinking it was a pulled ligament, but...it could be a torn meniscus.
The only way to repair the meniscus is to snip away the frayed edges.
I URGE you to see a doc if it's lasted longer than a few weeks. I waited months, had a doc who covered it up with pain meds and I ended up damaging it even more.
If you suspect at all it could be more serious, fix it now before it gets worse.
I'll never get my knee back the way it was. Now, I'm paying for my mistake.
oh my gosh, I remember the last time the fair was around, you were sick. After the fair, promise that you'll see a doctor.
You Appreciate Life's Sweetest Moments
You are a great compromiser. You can deal with personalities of every flavor, and you're good at making sure each person has a say.
You have a well formed personality. You love who you are, and you wouldn't change a thing about yourself.
You are an optimist, and you never give up hope. You're always seeing the bright side of things.
You are usually pretty low energy and serene. Even if you become excited, you try not to get worked up about things.
Pretty accurate.
Take care of that knee and have a good Tuesday.
Maria, I looked online, and that does sound a lot like what my problem is.
Dru and Maria, I actually have an appointment coming up for a full physical in October ... I may wait until then since it's not that far away.
Thanks!
I hope you see a Doctor soon rather than waiting, the wait could do more damage.
You Appreciate Life's Quirkier Moments
You are a great compromiser. You can deal with personalities of every flavor, and you're good at making sure each person has a say.
You have a well formed personality. You love who you are, and you wouldn't change a thing about yourself.
You are sweet in your own unique way. Only those who know you best understand your kindness.
You are usually pretty low energy and serene. Even if you become excited, you try not to get worked up about things.
Close. Except for that last part. *G*
I hope your knee feels better soon. I also hope you have a nice day!
Hugs!!! I hope it's an easier fix than it sounds like it might be.
That stinks, my dear. I am so sorry! I'm praying that ice and analgesics will make it enough better that you can ENJOY the fair!
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