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My OG mend has started.

I think you should grab that self rescue jack I/m giving away in the ADV forum. I made a smaller version and it's given me confidence. Are you doing lots of balance exercises? This is my greatest challenge. Still can't stand on my right leg without a lot of wobble.
 
Yes on the balance work. 6 days a week.
Just finished that actually. Single leg ( both ) and double toe to heel.

Both really get those little bits working. Getting pretty good at it actually. At first I SUCKED.
I dig it when on the double I can doing breathing movements with the arms while maintaining the balance. Makes me happy. 😆
 
budman said:
I have used that for my wrist. Just need to be super careful not to get anywhere near the eyes. Bio-Freeze has been used as well as ICY HOT and Ben Gay.

Thinking horse shit make sense :laughing
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If you’re dealing with arthritis aches, CBD might be worth a try.
It’s not a miracle fix, and the research is still catching up, but a lot of people report that CBD helps take the edge off joint pain, stiffness, and general discomfort. Unlike menthol creams like Biofreeze (which mainly give a cooling sensation) or Voltaren (which is an anti‑inflammatory), CBD may offer a broader calming effect — some folks notice better sleep or less overall tension, which can make pain easier to manage.

It’s generally well‑tolerated, non‑psychoactive, and easy to layer with other treatments. Just make sure to choose a product that’s third‑party tested so you know what you’re actually getting.

Not saying it works for everyone — but for some people, it’s a helpful addition to the toolbox.
PaulR
 
Thanks Paul.

I forgot I was using it all the time before the leg went crack. Then ran out.
Indeed it does seem to help. Must order more.

Had a great exercise day yesterday. Official PT in the AM and then at lunch the Gym PT and weights but the big win was hitting the 4 mile mark on the bike in just under 20 minutes. Made that goal over a month ago and it feels good to know that I have made cardio progress and leg heals.

Saturday I am sitting on DU CAT. Seeing how getting on an off feels. Inching closer to riding.
 
6 Months yesterday.

Been a haul. This AM has shown me some smiles which will soon lead to some miles.
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Go on and off a couple times. Damn sure I can do it with boots and moto gear on.
Ride next weekend??? Maybe so. :teeth

Tomorrow I am going to wash the bike and do a few more reps.

Still hammering on the rehab. 6 days a week. 3 lower body PT and 3 upper body.
Doing some of both every day though. Balance and stretching for the legs and stretching for the shoulder.
It is obvious to me the shoulder will never get back to pre-arthritis days. A shot may be in order when the pain affects my riding. For now I do not believe it will.
Also I am getting much stronger. I have doubled my bench press as an example. Same goes for leg extensions.

Now doing some newer stuff as I continue to make progress.

Maybe it is time to finally wash my gear. :laughing
 
Lets go!
 
Cabrito said:
Lets go!
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budman said:
6 Months yesterday.

Been a haul. This AM has shown me some smiles which will soon lead to some miles.
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Go on and off a couple times. Damn sure I can do it with boots and moto gear on.
Ride next weekend??? Maybe so. :teeth

Tomorrow I am going to wash the bike and do a few more reps.

Still hammering on the rehab. 6 days a week. 3 lower body PT and 3 upper body.
Doing some of both every day though. Balance and stretching for the legs and stretching for the shoulder.
It is obvious to me the shoulder will never get back to pre-arthritis days. A shot may be in order when the pain affects my riding. For now I do not believe it will.
Also I am getting much stronger. I have doubled my bench press as an example. Same goes for leg extensions.

Now doing some newer stuff as I continue to make progress.

Maybe it is time to finally wash my gear. :laughing
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That’s great news!
Super Good!
You got this !!!!!
PaulR
 
Post of the day! !!
Didyou make vroom vroom noises?
 
Today rolled the bike out and washed it.
The Mrs also..Washed all my gear too for the first time in 4 years. :laughing

After hitting the gym I came home to a clean and warm jacket. More importantly a Wife that is happy to see the progress and is supporting the return to riding.
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Might do Easter Sunday.
 
budman said:
Today rolled the bike out and washed it.
The Mrs also..Washed all my gear too for the first time in 4 years. :laughing

After hitting the gym I came home to a clean and warm jacket. More importantly a Wife that is happy to see the progress and is supporting the return to riding.
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Might do Easter Sunday.
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budman said:
Today rolled the bike out and washed it.
The Mrs also..Washed all my gear too for the first time in 4 years. :laughing

After hitting the gym I came home to a clean and warm jacket. More importantly a Wife that is happy to see the progress and is supporting the return to riding.
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Might do Easter Sunday.
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Hell yeah, Budman. Good to hear you’re making progress. Clean bike, clean gear, and a wife who’s got your back — that’s a good day. Keep grinding, brother. The road’s still waiting on you.
PaulR
 
Thanks Bill.

I realized one more thing needed to ride. Getting my boot on and off. That is a range of motion challenge (a painful one). Started focusing on that this AM by NOT using the sock machine. Sounds silly but tis needed.

Suppose the next test is gearing fully up and throwing the leg over. :cool
 
OK, will reveal a ritual performed often after long rides...

I'll pull the bike into the garage, slump into a camping chair and clap my hands twice. Beautiful blonde appears to remove my boots. socks* and garners a kiss for her efforts.

Ask Mrs. Budman for some help with the boots. She can call you Arthur (or Lancelot) and you can refer to her as Guinevere.

(* No, she's not so appreciative of my safe return as desirous of getting my clothing washed as well as this rider.)
 
Man are you a lucky SOB.

I am happy just have her come out and say "Don't mess up any of my shit!... and make sure everything goes back were it was before you moved it."
 
budman said:
Man are you a lucky SOB.

I am happy just have her come out and say "Don't mess up any of my shit!... and make sure everything goes back were it was before you moved it."
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Does not mean she isn't happy that you're home :x
 
ThumperX said:
Does not mean she isn't happy that you're home :x
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Of course it does not. She seems genuinely happy that I have gotten to this point and was genuinely excited to show me how clean my gear was.
The day she moves some of her shit so I can fit another bike in the garage I will know she thinks I am a keeper. :teeth
 
Another week. A couple of observations and medical updates.

Observations:
1. Small stubbed toe led to a quick (and small stumble) where I had to catch myself with the right leg. Ouch. Not a problem but.... ouch. It showed me my leg is NO WHERE near normal strength. Got it.

2. Mrs. asked if I was going riding on Sunday. That was cool. "Not yet"

3. The above brought me to the conclusion if I lose by balance at all and lean right I am jumping off the bike so save me myself. "DU CAT you are on your own!" I know it would still hurt like hell and please Mr. Bud DO NOT TRY TO SAVE IT!!!!!!

So that has me a little mentally set back as once again reality steps in to cool my jets. There is still a long way to go.

Medical:
Next week is the last PT session for my shoulder. I have made some range of motion improvements, but nowhere near normal. Therapist thinks I have gotten about as much as I am going to get... so probably Medicare will say "YOUR DONE".

Going to have to live with this forever... at least I can ride without any problems. Thinking I will take a cortisone pain injection shot. I have been making good strides weight lifting and it would be nice to do that and few other things without the pain.

Two weeks of PT left on the leg. I have a feeling I will have to fight to get them to continue. I believe it is necessary to help maintain the stretching focus and continue to monitor the range of motion.
 
budman said:
Another week. A couple of observations and medical updates.

Observations:
1. Small stubbed toe led to a quick (and small stumble) where I had to catch myself with the right leg. Ouch. Not a problem but.... ouch. It showed me my leg is NO WHERE near normal strength. Got it.

2. Mrs. asked if I was going riding on Sunday. That was cool. "Not yet"

3. The above brought me to the conclusion if I lose by balance at all and lean right I am jumping off the bike so save me myself. "DU CAT you are on your own!" I know it would still hurt like hell and please Mr. Bud DO NOT TRY TO SAVE IT!!!!!!

So that has me a little mentally set back as once again reality steps in to cool my jets. There is still a long way to go.

Medical:
Next week is the last PT session for my shoulder. I have made some range of motion improvements, but nowhere near normal. Therapist thinks I have gotten about as much as I am going to get... so probably Medicare will say "YOUR DONE".

Going to have to live with this forever... at least I can ride without any problems. Thinking I will take a cortisone pain injection shot. I have been making good strides weight lifting and it would be nice to do that and few other things without the pain.

Two weeks of PT left on the leg. I have a feeling I will have to fight to get them to continue. I believe it is necessary to help maintain the stretching focus and continue to monitor the range of motion.
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Setbacks aren’t the story
Your persistence is…..
Keep pushing,
Budman you’re on the right path.
PaulR
 
budman said:
Another week. A couple of observations and medical updates.

Observations:
1. Small stubbed toe led to a quick (and small stumble) where I had to catch myself with the right leg. Ouch. Not a problem but.... ouch. It showed me my leg is NO WHERE near normal strength. Got it.

2. Mrs. asked if I was going riding on Sunday. That was cool. "Not yet"

3. The above brought me to the conclusion if I lose by balance at all and lean right I am jumping off the bike so save me myself. "DU CAT you are on your own!" I know it would still hurt like hell and please Mr. Bud DO NOT TRY TO SAVE IT!!!!!!

So that has me a little mentally set back as once again reality steps in to cool my jets. There is still a long way to go.

Medical:
Next week is the last PT session for my shoulder. I have made some range of motion improvements, but nowhere near normal. Therapist thinks I have gotten about as much as I am going to get... so probably Medicare will say "YOUR DONE".

Going to have to live with this forever... at least I can ride without any problems. Thinking I will take a cortisone pain injection shot. I have been making good strides weight lifting and it would be nice to do that and few other things without the pain.

Two weeks of PT left on the leg. I have a feeling I will have to fight to get them to continue. I believe it is necessary to help maintain the stretching focus and continue to monitor the range of motion.
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Why does it have to be the freaking right leg? I suppose that our dominant side would of course cause that leg to be the freaking hero, thus the commonality of right leg/knee/ ankle/ foot injuries.

I think you should take this thing off my hands and pass it on to the next person.
 
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