21 weeks post lisfranc surgery

After 21 weeks of lisfranc surgery recovery I can now easily stand on my tip toes AND keep my balance without hanging on to the counter.

21 weeks after lisfranc surgery

My physical therapist told me I was about 65% - 70% of the way to full recovery.  I resisted the urge to hug him when I heard this news.  

21 weeks post lisfranc surgery left side view

In physical therapy this week, my therapist tied both my legs together with a band and had me walking sideways.  This action put a lot of pressure on the inside of my recovering foot which is where most of my pain still resides.

I was pleased this new exercise didn't cause any additional pain, but rather gave me new confidence in being able to side step.

lisfranc surgery scar week 21

I can now walk not only forwards and backwards, I can walk sideways pain free.  This new ability came in handy when my husband and I went to a movie and had to crawl over people by side stepping  to our seats.

21 weeks post lisfranc surgery right side view

Having gained confidence in my ability to move in any direction, I am experimenting with leaving my cane in the car.

To remain pain free, I have to walk slowly but I can now maneuver out of the way if need be.  I am continually amazed at how fast everyone walks and wonder why everyone always seems to be in a hurry.  It is like I am moving in slow motion and everyone else in fast forward. 

If I try to speed up, pain takes over, so for now, I will be content to watch the blur of people darting past me.

21 weeks post lisfranc surgery