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@terrylis

Cindy, not sure if this will reach you. Thought I’d replied already, but can’t see it anywhere.
Thanks for your very helpful comment. I have an “evenup” shoe raiser and it is really an improvement. Judging from your comments I’m going to use my crutches more, especially for outside walking. I was trying to decide about a rollator, but intuitively kind of realised it wouldn’t be the perfect choice. I need to put some of my weight on walker/crutches and I figured a rollator isn’t designed for that.
Until recently I was a bit worried about crutches, but I’m gaining more and more confidence in them and your remarks have reassured me.
Also, progress is inevitably slowing down. It’s 11 months since I had the Girdlestone procedure. Must say, I’m pleased with how far I’ve come, but I think I’ve got a bit lazy, a bit complacent. Your comments always encourage me to keep going and move forward.
I wish you well in every way. Terry

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Hi Terry....I'm sorry, I had not checked my email in about a week to see this. I find this site not the most user friendly, but very helpful to connect with other Girdlestone patients. I have become friends with several of them through Facebook and now we chat via Facebook Messenger. There is also a way to send Private message on this forum too and I will send you this same message that way. If you want to try to "friend me" on Facebook, it is under Cindy Showerman Marsh. If I don't know your name or recognize the person, I won't except the request though. Too much spam?hackers out there. It sounds like you are getting along pretty good for only 11 months out, so keep up the good work! I'm happy to be available for questions you may have as I totally understand what you are going through......Cindy