In terms of ROM, I can get about 120 flexion when I really push, and almost at 0 degrees straightening. I am working on straightening as often as I can, but I am also doing a lot of bending exercises to get the tendon to work more. I am still walking with a limp, but using the proper walking mechanics. Before my leg was straight as a board and I was limping even more. The pain is still ever present, well not pain but a weird feeling of tightness/stiffness. I don't really know how to explain it other than, I can feel my tendon working/engaging with every step or movement I make.
I got cleared for driving, but my PT told me to practice in a parking lot first. Makes sense since it's been a few weeks and I need to see how my knee reacts when I put pressure on the pedal and move between the gas and brake pedals.
Other than that, no real updates. My exercises are still the same: 1/4 wall squats, single leg stance, bending, straightening and some hip stuff. I try and do these 3 times a day, with a more intense session in the evening that also includes an arm workout. It feels good to sort of be back on my feet. I hope that with each day that passes now, my knee will start feeling more normal. I haven't been sleeping well so that is something I hope gets better soon too. Little gains each day, and week by week I am seeing improvement. I'm continuing down the road to recovery.
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