Well, I won't know for sure until written report gets to my doc and then I meet with him on the 7th, but after my MRI today (kinda' creepy, those things) the tech said he didn't see anything so if it's something, it's very subtle.  (I take that as a good sign)

On top of that, the knee is feeling quite good lately.  Something I really didn't think was going to come.  That sharp pain when I stepped wrong really had me scared but hasn't presented itself in about 3 weeks now.  I don't know that something *wasn't* torn and/or sprained but whatever it was that pain is definitely gone.  (I've read that outter meniscus tears *can* heal themselves if that was it.)  Now, hopefully, maybe doc will clear me to do a little yogging.  (Please Lord say so)

In the meantime, I'm ready to head out for another bike ride as that certainly ain't hurtin my knee.

Hang in there Hilary!

Hilary,

 

Can you get on an elliptical or stationary bike?

 

If you aren't already, I'd recommend mixing it in with your swimming & see if you can't work those hips in a different way to work the pain issue??  (just a thought)

 

I put 14 miles on the bike today.

 

Don't freak.  Just try to find something that doesn't hurt & DO IT so you can get that feeling of accomplishment!!

Thanks. I have access to the gym so I have options. I slept horrible last night because it hurts. I also dreamt about the fact that I'm probably looking at taking more time off running to let this heal. Its not worth limping around in pain.

Rock that walk!!!!

Making an appearance here for just a few days (I hope ). I've been struggling with what I suspect is runners knee and shin splints during my first 10K training cycle ever. I pushed through for my race on New Years Day, which was 90% pain free, but I've been hurting since. My left knee and shin are not happy with me. Keep in mind that I have hypermobile knees (they bend a good bit backward), so my ligaments and tendons are looser than the average Joe's, so that's probably the culprit. And I dislocated my left kneecap years ago, which can't help. I know I have a lot of muscle knots in my calf and shin, so I'm pretty confident that the shin is a muscular thing and that there's no sfx. Crossing my fingers.

I made a doctor's appointment for Tuesday for a checkup and I'll ask who they recommend for sports medicine/PT. I hope learning some strengthening exercises and a few days' rest will solve the problems.

Hilary, I've been following your trials. Hang in there!

HopesMom, walking is something, eh?

Obiebyke - where does your shin hurt?

Oh boy. I was asked by a coworker why I'm so cranky today. He's a guy and we joke around usually. He knows I run and I told him that most likely its because I've only run once in the last fifteen days. I truly believe this to be true.