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Old 04-24-2011, 01:20 PM
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Hi Nitro,

I'm pretty much where you are in terms of the time since my fall while skiing. I have progressed to being able to watch movies and this weekend was the first that I allowed a visitor to come over and engage in conversation. I was a daily gym-goer before this and running at least 3 days/ week.

Since the fall I've taken 3 very slow walks which only increased my symptoms. My doctor and I have discussed doing light stretches and movements while being supported by a chair or wall. Nothing that would get one's heart rate up!

He advised me only to start something like a small, brief walk when I am symptom free (which I have not yet been but very much looking forward to the day!). If we start too early, we are susceptible to having setbacks.

Even going outside and sitting on the bench has helped me or going for a very slow, stroll around the block can help release some of the energy. And ultimately, do what your body needs to feel good, whatever that means for you.
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