One of the knock-on effects of this deterioration in my hamstrings etc is difficulty in getting on and getting going on my bike. I need to sit on and get my right foot in place and I used to be able to scoot then with my left leg to get going and then put my left foot on the pedal. Now I have less strength to scoot with my left leg but am also unable to pull my left leg back and onto the pedal. Once I'm going I can still ride but definitely need help to get going.
We went to stay with my sister and family for Easter weekend and had a lovely time together. On Saturday we went to Stanwick Lakes. I was able to join in on my bike once Peter had got me going! I did also need a bit of a push up anything more than a gentle slope.
The search for a car is ongoing and it is looking likely that I will be able to get support through Access to Work to help with the cost of adaptation.
I am now on a waiting list for an assessment at home from the Social Care Occupational Therapists - hopefully it will be quite soon as I do now need help to get out of the bath.
Today I plan to find some new shoes to wear with my splint!
