post surgery playing problems..

[Bob Russell]

thanks guys, these words of encouragement mean an awful lot.. Went to PT today, and they feel I will get a lot back.. However, they did a LOT of tests, and my right hand is now considerably weaker than my left, including, wrist and shoulder,,, They use hand strength gauges, and a bunch of other techniques.. Lots of loss in R pinky, ring, some in index as well as the outer edge of the right that I use to mute.. Did some playing today,, not too bad, not great but acceptable.. I will go with the thought that it may improve, but even if not, there will be enough left in the tank to stick with it.. The "real" end will come soon enough I guess, why rush it..bob

Sorry you're having these problems, Bob. As others have already said, you're still in early days and there's a lot more healing to anticipate. It's good that you're doing PT; that can help you get the lost hand strength back. And you've got the desire to play - that might be the most important thing. I'm pulling for you!

[Larry Dering]

Bob you are getting there for sure. It takes a good bit for the inflammation to calm down and the real recovery to take over. I'm amazed at how well my hand is today compared to last year. Of course my age is filled with other issues but I take it all in stride. Still able to move about on my own and enjoy playing what I can. Hang in there Bob you will do just fine with a little more patience and therapy.