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Old 02-02-2005, 04:13 PM   #18
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Re: Injured aikidoka wants training tips!

Had the staples out of my ankle yesterday (felt like getting 20 beestings in a row - but it feels SO much better afterwards!). I've got a `walking' boot now (ironic that I'm not allowed to walk with it!) The doctor told me that I will still need crutches for 6 weeks at least, and that I'm not allowed to bear any weight on my ankle for 4 more weeks. The plate, if needs be, will be removed in 6 to 8 months (another sugery, and another month using crutches - b&^^*%#!!!). I'm starting to practice bokken cuts while seated (not ideal, but any conditioning is a bonus right now) and using light weights. I'm reading anything aikido related I can lay my hands on, and I'm going back to watching classes tomorrow.
Thanks, guys, for your support and guidance.
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