IC another update

[Wenderwoo]

Well, I think my last progress report was a bit premature, as the Achilles is still very tender. It’s a bit random, but definitely not right, and still has the bump on it. So I contacted my GP again via their online service (attaching a pic), to ask if I could have a physio appointment. She replied that she would refer me, and I got a letter today to contact the physio to make an appointment which is on Monday. Very frustrated, but also very impressed with the NHS service!

[RunningMigster Graduate]

Not good to hear. Really hope they give you some good news on Monday.

Keep us posted!

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Good luck Wenderwoo with your physio appointment hope they can sort it out. 👍

[Womangolfer Graduate]

Hopefully they can get it sorted.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Wow you are lucky to get an appointment that quick.

I can normally see my GP within a day or two but referral to physio is weeks and when you want to move to the next level, as I have just done, the wait is three months.

Make the most of it.

Are you doing eccentric heel drops?

[Wenderwoo Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Yes, I’ve been doing the heel drops, and other stuff recommended by the GP. It’s weird as seems to improve, and then it’s really bad again.

[59er Graduate]

I hope your physio appointment goes well. I think when you start running one of the 'qualifications ' you need is a PHD in patience. You know that if you don't give your injury enough time it will come back to bite you on the bahookie! So, take your time, take advantage of the good ol' NHS - where would we be without it? You'll come back stronger and keener which can only be a good thing!

[Grannyhugs Graduate]

Wow that’s fantastic service. Hope you find solutions soon.

[pete1212 Graduate]

Hope it gets better soon wenderwoo it’s so frustrating not going for a run 😡🤞you be back 🏃‍♀️Soon

[Thisoneistrying Graduate]

Sorry it's still playing up. Hope the physio goes well x

[Nymahchai Graduate]

Hope it all goes well on Monday. Impressive service for Physio. That makes such a difference getting a quick referral as it doesn’t leave you losing fitness. 🤞great.

[SteveWebbo Graduate]

Good luck on Monday Wenderwoo

[John_W Graduate Ambassador]

If you have a small bump (I did) it's possible that you have a small tear and that take months to heal properly. Tendons are just very slow to get better because of the lack of blood flow.

Keep at with the eccentric heel drops, but prepare yourself for possibly a longer time out than you originally thought. Hang in there!

John

[Wenderwoo Graduate in reply to John_W]

Thanks

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate in reply to John_W]

Me too, I had a bump which was scar tissue. Heel ok now but foot problems. Good luck Wenderwoo, sending healing vibes for a speedy recovery. xx

[1Cat Graduate]

Oh no, sorry to hear about your Achilles, very good luck in your recovery. Sounds like you're getting good help and advice!

[Aspire24 Graduate]

Hope physio goes well and you start 2020 being able to run again

[Debston Graduate]

Frustrating for you but great that you can see the physio on Monday and hopefully get some expert advice and help to sort it out.

[RunawayBetty Graduate]

Oh, that sounds really frustrating. Good luck to you on Monday, it's great that you got that appointment! I haven't run for a week now (too much life getting in the way) and find it so hard to have to be patient.

[59er Graduate in reply to RunawayBetty]

I know this feeling! I'm wondering if I should just wait until all the festivities are over and then get back to it although I am running around like a headless chicken 😂

[Jacca Graduate]

Sorry to hear you’re still having trouble ☹️ Glad doctor referred you - my gosh that’s super speedy our doctors take weeks just to get a referral!!

[Wenderwoo Graduate in reply to Jacca]

Our GP’s are pretty good in the grand scheme of things. They use a service called AskmyGP, which is basically email. But stops the surgery getting jammed.

[Tasha99 Graduate]

Try gel heel cups. £5 for two pairs on amazon. Instant cure for my son and my friend who have Achilles issues. And try higher drop shoes next time you need to buy. Could’ve saved myself a fortune in physio sessions if I’d have known how different shoe drops effect different parts of the foot/leg.

[Wenderwoo Graduate in reply to Tasha99]

Thanks, I just bought some, but haven’t tried them yet. 🤞🏼

[Purplekkkkkt]

I have Achilles issue left leg also

Hoka trainers help

Also just added a gel insert and even more relief!