Post graduate blues - ligaments!!

[Bev_Beeti]

Having completed my graduation run last Sunday I was elated. But I’m back down to earth with a bump and a possible knee ligament injury. Not only am I in considerable discomfort, especially when weight bearing or standing for too long, I’ve also got what I can only describe as withdrawal symptoms in not being able to run. The only saving grace is it’s so hot.

I’m seeing a physiotherapist this coming week and I’m really hoping I’m not going to be out of action for much longer. I’m assuming I’ll have to go back and do intermittent walking/running again before I tackle 5k. As I’m a new runner does anyone have any advice?

[QueenTea Graduate]

I’m in the same boat as you, Bev_Beeti. Finished C25K two/three weeks ago and have been on IC ever since with thigh issue. It is getting better but pain comes back whoever I attempt to run. I never thought I’d be so miserable at not being able to go for a run, but like you, don’t know how I’d manage to run in this heat. Good luck with physio - I was told by Dr to try shorter distances & to take it easy. 🙂

[Bev_Beeti Graduate in reply to QueenTea]

Thanks QueenTea - hope you recover soon too x

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to QueenTea]

Hey you... we are going to need a bigger Injury Couch Great company though x

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

So many of us on the IC currently.. we could form a little club of our own... poor you!

See what the Physio says and we will take it from there

[Bev_Beeti Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks - physio tomorrow but it’s feeling a bit better today and I managed a longish walk at lunchtime. It’s like you call a plumber and the tap stops dripping. Not taking any risks though and still seeing the physio as he may be able to help with some strengthening exercises to stop it happening again.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Bev_Beeti]

Well done ! I hope ti goes well

I love my Physio guy... just hoping he will be all I need x