Back to square 1: March 2009

Full set of crutches again due to zero improvement from 6-weeks of total rest so far. I emphasise the word TOTAL. The limp & pain persists. Following review he said there would be no improvement whatsoever until ALL weight bearing is removed completely by using full crutches constantly. Admittedly I was only using 1 crutch and didn't bring to work while only limping there. The grey stick just doesn’t match any of my clothes and looks rather pitiful. Despite never applying any normal walking pressure during all this time - the limping was still too much pressure on the pelvis.

Did you know that “The pelvis supports the entire weight of the body and all muscles”? Therefore your pelvis is the most serious and worse possible place to get a fracture - particularly the inferior pubic ramus bone (in my case). I have genuinely been taking this rest business v-seriously ensuring as little need to move as possible. Sacrifices galore have been made to ensure no unnecessary travel or movement. But this evidently was not enough. Yes I know…. should have been using both crutches all along.

Receiving blog comments & emails from fellow sufferers, which is reassuring knowing I'm not alone even though the severity of stress fracture varies. For me the pelvis is severely fractured, wehey. I'm starting to wonder how much longer I can maintain the positive outlook and brave face. My patience with this total sedentary life can only stretch so far. Hearing friends speak of brighter sunnier days for walks and jogs in the park only puts more salt into the wound despite their good intentions. That feeling of pure bliss is now a distant memory. Bring on 'life'… soon again please God? Any comments welcome. (but not if referring to the idea that perhaps I may be now starting to reach insanity)