The Healing Hand . . .

It's been about two and half weeks since my carpal tunnel/locking trigger finger surgery. It is healing quite nicely with my stitches having been removed a week ago. Most of the brusing is gone, but I still have swelling and the stitched areas are still a little tender. I was told it would take about two months for the strength in my hand and finger to fully return, although, for the most part I am doing pretty good. It can sometimes be hard open jar lids, hold heavy objects, close my hand all the way, etc. I can actually type better than write since I don't have to grip on to a pen or pencil and typing only requires partially bending my hand. I can tell when I have over done it as my hand does ache and gets a little stiff. I just know when that happens it is time to take it easy. I have become quite proficient with using my left hand, but, I must say I am even more grateful to have two hands and even more grateful to have two healthy ones!! I look forward to a full recovery and full use of my right hand - I really can't complain - but I have to say, it's been nice to have 'my right hand man!'(husbby) around when needed!!!! Thank you dear!