The Titanium

I had my second physiotherapy appointment yesterday at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. In the two weeks since the last appointment two weeks ago I’ve gained 7º of extension in my elbow, from -42º to -35º. I came away with a new program of movements, several of which focus on holding low weights for a long time.

This morning I was back at the QEH first thing for my 4-week followup with my surgeon, Dr. Wotherspoon. The appointment started with an X-ray of my elbow, which gave me a chance to get a good look at the titanium radial head replacement:

My arm is healing up well, I learned; no concerns. The road ahead, as it was at the 2-week appointment, is to just do the physio, regularly and relentlessly, to build range of motion and, eventually, to rebuild strength.