"Pain and swelling since November of 2006 in this 37 year old runner. There is horizontal tears of the posterior third of the medial meniscus extending to the inferior articualr surface. Articular cartilage surfaces are intact without osteochondral defect or bone marrow edema. The lateral meniscus is intact as are the cruciate and collateral ligaments. There is a small knee joint effusion. Alignment of the patellofemoral joint is preserved. The quadriceps tendon and patellar ligament are intact. Impression: medial meniscus tear. Otherwise intact knee."
I met with an orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon earlier this week. He went over the MRI films with me and we talked about how to handle things considering that the Ireland trip is now eight weeks away. He feels that I will be in good shape four weeks post-op; so, I went ahead and scheduled surgery for August 24th. The doctor said I will be able to run again ... it was music to my ears! I'll undergo some physical therapy before the trip to strengthen my quad and I'll be good to go. Now, I have to focus on getting the girls ready for the start of school on August 20th & 23rd. Lots to do, but happy we've got a plan.
It's another hot and humid day in the city. Darrin won't have a day off until next Friday. Caitlyn is up in Michigan at school camp and Alex is spending the day at the beach with Dalia. It's Friday and I'm glad to be alive.
