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I am recovering from a stroke

FearGod

FearGod

Freedom Of Mind
MysticSang'ha said:
Update:

My typing is better. I can feel the keys a little better and recapturing muscle memory in my hands. I still hold a spoon weird....I mean it FEELS weird....but most people are unable to see the difference.

I'm functioning pretty good. And stage work en pointe is now a definite. My strength is back. Feeling the toes in my pointe shoe, though, isn't there yet.

I can run again, too. That's back. Well, technically I DON'T run for exercise, but I can if I want to lol. I stick with power walks and intense yoga and Pilates exercises in addition to dance classes for my fitness regimen.

I can handle a knife again, and cooking is a joy for me again.

So I'd say functionally, I'm at 90%. A few things are awkward, but overall my muscles and joints and tendons are getting me where I need to be.

Here's the downside:

I still lack sensation for the most part. I am really looking forward to being able to feel light brushes on my skin, or clothing on the right side of my body, or even if something scratches or burns. I feel pressure. That's a start. But fine sensations are a long way away.

Also, my brain has been processing differently. It takes longer for me to communicate something and for me to understand what is being said to me. Confusion is more frequent. But it's not unmanageable. I lose my train of thought more frequently....but THAT is a moment of humor for me and for the folks around me.
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Thanks for the good news, improvements means you're going to be well and i trust that you're going to be fine. :)
 
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Smart_Guy

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Premium Member
MysticSang'ha said:
Update:

My typing is better. I can feel the keys a little better and recapturing muscle memory in my hands. I still hold a spoon weird....I mean it FEELS weird....but most people are unable to see the difference.

I'm functioning pretty good. And stage work en pointe is now a definite. My strength is back. Feeling the toes in my pointe shoe, though, isn't there yet.

I can run again, too. That's back. Well, technically I DON'T run for exercise, but I can if I want to lol. I stick with power walks and intense yoga and Pilates exercises in addition to dance classes for my fitness regimen.

I can handle a knife again, and cooking is a joy for me again.

So I'd say functionally, I'm at 90%. A few things are awkward, but overall my muscles and joints and tendons are getting me where I need to be.

Here's the downside:

I still lack sensation for the most part. I am really looking forward to being able to feel light brushes on my skin, or clothing on the right side of my body, or even if something scratches or burns. I feel pressure. That's a start. But fine sensations are a long way away.

Also, my brain has been processing differently. It takes longer for me to communicate something and for me to understand what is being said to me. Confusion is more frequent. But it's not unmanageable. I lose my train of thought more frequently....but THAT is a moment of humor for me and for the folks around me.
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Are your hugging skills back too?

:hugehug:
 
Debater Slayer

Debater Slayer

Vipassana
Staff member
Premium Member
MysticSang'ha said:
Update:

My typing is better. I can feel the keys a little better and recapturing muscle memory in my hands. I still hold a spoon weird....I mean it FEELS weird....but most people are unable to see the difference.

I'm functioning pretty good. And stage work en pointe is now a definite. My strength is back. Feeling the toes in my pointe shoe, though, isn't there yet.

I can run again, too. That's back. Well, technically I DON'T run for exercise, but I can if I want to lol. I stick with power walks and intense yoga and Pilates exercises in addition to dance classes for my fitness regimen.

I can handle a knife again, and cooking is a joy for me again.

So I'd say functionally, I'm at 90%. A few things are awkward, but overall my muscles and joints and tendons are getting me where I need to be.

Here's the downside:

I still lack sensation for the most part. I am really looking forward to being able to feel light brushes on my skin, or clothing on the right side of my body, or even if something scratches or burns. I feel pressure. That's a start. But fine sensations are a long way away.

Also, my brain has been processing differently. It takes longer for me to communicate something and for me to understand what is being said to me. Confusion is more frequent. But it's not unmanageable. I lose my train of thought more frequently....but THAT is a moment of humor for me and for the folks around me.
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You are getting there. Glad to hear you have made progress.

Love you, Heather. This to me is exactly like following the recovery of a loved one.

:glomp:
 
MysticSang'ha

MysticSang'ha

Big Squishy Hugger
Premium Member
Update:

I've been battling wildly fluctuating blood pressure for a few weeks. Docs have been checking and testing and changing meds and moving meds around. I did land in the ER recently because of a hypertensive emergency again. But because MRI showed no sign of second stroke, docs are more certain this is stress related and that my obsession with various parts of my recovery have me in a constant state of anxiety. It isn't uncommon for PTSD to be present after a sudden life- threatening event. So doc prescribed anti-anxiety meds and told me to ONLY focus on the simple parts of my recovery and just go live my life.

And yesterday, I felt my hand. All of it. When it was in my pocket I felt the entire pocket lining. It was amazing and beautiful and the happy grateful tears starting flowing. It returned to being frozen and difficult after a little bit, but it was a light at the end of the tunnel.
 
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Smart_Guy

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Premium Member
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beenherebeforeagain

beenherebeforeagain

Rogue Animist
Premium Member
MysticSang'ha said:
Update:

I've been battling wildly fluctuating blood pressure for a few weeks. Docs have been checking and testing and changing meds and moving meds around. I did land in the ER recently because of a hypertensive emergency again. But because MRI showed no sign of second stroke, docs are more certain this is stress related and that my obsession with various parts of my recovery have me in a constant state of anxiety. It isn't uncommon for PTSD to be present after a sudden life- threatening event. So doc prescribed anti-anxiety meds and told me to ONLY focus on the simple parts of my recovery and just go live my life.

And yesterday, I felt my hand. All of it. When it was in my pocket I felt the entire pocket lining. It was amazing and beautiful and the happy grateful tears starting flowing. It returned to being frozen and difficult after a little bit, but it was a light at the end of the tunnel.
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Yay!!!:hugehug:
 
MARCELLO

MARCELLO

Transitioning from male to female
I cannot read what written here,since I am really afraid to have one. Surely,it is not the right time for me to face this.
 
Jayhawker Soule

Jayhawker Soule

-- untitled --
Premium Member
MysticSang'ha said:
Update: ...

And yesterday, I felt my hand. All of it. When it was in my pocket I felt the entire pocket lining. It was amazing and beautiful and the happy grateful tears starting flowing. It returned to being frozen and difficult after a little bit, but it was a light at the end of the tunnel.
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You learn a lot when you're barefoot. The first thing is every step you take is different.
- Michael Franti
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I love you, my friend.
 
Shadow Wolf

Shadow Wolf

Certified People sTabber & Business Owner
MysticSang'ha said:
And yesterday, I felt my hand. All of it. When it was in my pocket I felt the entire pocket lining. It was amazing and beautiful and the happy grateful tears starting flowing. It returned to being frozen and difficult after a little bit, but it was a light at the end of the tunnel.
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That's awsome!!
 
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