Wrist And The Art Of Movement

It has now been a few weeks since my last post on the subject of fecked wrists. During this time I'm pleased to report my emo suicide scar (remember kids, down not across) is healing nicely and doesn't look quite as bad as I feared it might. Doctor gave it another x-ray for good measure, and reports the bones are healing well but that getting it wiggling (technical term) is crucial. During the first three months after surgery you regain about 90% of your potential movement before the joints start to stiffen, and getting back extra movement from that point onwards becomes considerably more difficult.

Cue the physio! The actual rotation of the wrist is rather limited at the moment, but a series of stretches to get the hand moving in all directions has definitely improved what I can and can't attempt. Jar opening is heading up the list of manly activities it would be nice to do. Better than it was, but still a way off great.