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Mar 18, 2008 11:36:20 GMT -5
Post by dan on Mar 18, 2008 11:36:20 GMT -5
chicanos:
my bid to match cal ripken as lehigh's own ironman has ended- after last week's 75-80 miles and two workouts, my lower calf seized up and started to catch on me- i ran on it through the weekend, thinking it was just sore. then my shin started hurting a little bit, and finally, the last two miles on sunday's run felt like i was missing the bones in my lower left leg-
long story short, i've strained the lateral soleus muscle and peroneal muscle in my left leg- i am on crutches, receiving laser treatments, taking contrast baths, receiving electrical stimulation, and tomorrow i start ultrasound-
the diagnosis looks good, however, as I am hoping to be able to run again by the end of the week- fortunately, most of my base work is done with, and i am only missing 10k workouts right now-
i am still in good spirits so long as i still have a shot at the season, but i also realize that God's plan is God's plan, and if the season is meant to play out like this, then so be it-
i will be home for easter, and if i am able i will potentially join you for some semblance of a run- keep your fingers crossed as i try not to throw my crutches out into the lehigh river- it is amazing how much more difficult they are after 6 years and 30 extra pounds- maybe i am just a wuss.
keep fighting the good fight, and congrats on Chambersburg as they looked like some superb efforts.- DAN
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Mar 18, 2008 12:40:27 GMT -5
Post by frojoe23 on Mar 18, 2008 12:40:27 GMT -5
Keep your head up - at least it isn't something serious. Shouldn't take to long to get over and you'll be right back where you were.
Of course, with you being on crutches, it will make it much easier for me to lap you in a 10k!
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Mar 18, 2008 13:19:41 GMT -5
Post by dan on Mar 18, 2008 13:19:41 GMT -5
we are learning about the material properties of aluminum in one of my classes. as such, i know that it will make an excellent implement for shattering your kneecap. in other words, if you try to pass me, i will take you out. i used to be a little league slugger, i know how to knock it out of the park.
dont mess with me and my chafed armpits.
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Mar 18, 2008 14:12:31 GMT -5
Post by frojoe23 on Mar 18, 2008 14:12:31 GMT -5
Of course I do know that you have a weak spot on your calf - and my friend, I will be wearing spikes!
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Mar 19, 2008 6:50:09 GMT -5
Post by baldisbetter on Mar 19, 2008 6:50:09 GMT -5
Dan, There is always aqua-jogging. You’ll heal quickly.Take care.
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Apr 1, 2008 9:15:18 GMT -5
Post by dan on Apr 1, 2008 9:15:18 GMT -5
compadres:
i know it has been awhile since i last wrote to you all, but unfortunately, my case has not lived up to the moniker "no news is good news." i have not run now in 15 days and my confidence is slowly draining. i have already started coming to grips with the fact that my outdoor will be most likely caught in a tree before it even got off the ground and into the sky.
my soleus has not responded to any treatment as of now. i have not worked out using my legs in a full week and the pain still remains. it is difficult to know what is really going on here, but i am hoping it is just a serious strain. tomorrow i may get to go see the orthopedist to determine if anything else is awry down in my lower extremity. my shin has started hurting, too, and it all causes me to wonder what is really going on.
my workouts have been restricted to upper-body only, so that means i can swim using only my arms (think of a brick dropped into the deep end), use a hand bike which replaces foot pedals with a hand crank (think american gladiators event minus the glory and tight suits and hulk hogan encouragement), or take out the old steady standby known as the wheelchair and deal with a technologically advanced track where there is actually a drainage system in place which causes the whole thing to be slanted. i actually do miss the poorly engineered beast that was the beall high school blacktop beauty. as a result, my arms are becoming pythons but my legs are craving attention- my body's opposing parts are becoming sadly disconnected and unsynchronized with their pals
treatments have consisted of laser shots to promote inflammation (and thus healing), ultrasound, electronic stimulation (to promote blood flow and healing), alternating hot and cold contrast whirlpool baths to promote blood flow, and stretching. most recently, i started receiving iontophoresis treatment, which is a way of electronically injecting anti-inflammatory medicine into the area in an attempt to help pain subside. i dont know too much about it. also, i have started receiving tissue massages that cause me a fair amount of pain and discomfort.
so that is the rundown. things are looking bleak. if i started running again this weekend, my first race would likely be the 19th. then i would run three total races for the season (19th, 26th, and then conferences) and most likely no 10ks. if the season looks to be just 1500s, i dont know if that is necessarily a good thing. if it comes down to it, i would rather just take the extra time and come back strong in the summer.
if that is the case, all i can say is watch out in late june at the old iron furnace because i will be a bit hungry!
thanks for all of your care and concern and i'll be thinking of you all as you start the final build-ups to race day. talk to you soon-DAN
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Apr 1, 2008 9:42:38 GMT -5
Post by frojoe23 on Apr 1, 2008 9:42:38 GMT -5
Danny Boy,
I would try very hard to see the orthopedist. See if they can check you for compartment syndrome as well - it doesn't sound like that (it would really only hurt when running), but you might want to make sure since nothing seems to be working at this point.
Also, you may want them to check your for wimpitis - it is a rare condition that occurs in at least 99 percent of the population, characterized by the inability to do anything as well as David Mertz - just kidding!
Give us an update whenever you find out something!
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Apr 1, 2008 17:30:49 GMT -5
Post by wvrunner on Apr 1, 2008 17:30:49 GMT -5
Dan,
I hate to hear the bad news and I hope you find out a definitive diagnosis soon. From what I've read about soleus strains they can take awhile to heal. Keep us posted and Take Care.
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