I'm back

[ScottM]

Below are a few pictures of my long last 7+ weeks. It is what is required to evict a squatter called arthritis. Still facing 6 weeks of PT but I was able to back in the shop today and cut this very simple project. The thumb is still stiff and a bit numb, but it felt very good to make saw dust again.

 

[bowman]

Progress is progress! Glad to hear you are back at it!

 

[Wilsoncb]

Something like this really makes you appreciate healthy hands. Hopefully, you’ll be good as new soon.

 

[bobby g]

Welcome back to the shop Scott! Good to get the progress report. Take it easy though.
bobby g

 

[Robert LaPlaca]

Wish you well on your recovery..

Was that surgery for CMC arthritis on your thumb? Unfortunately I have a matching pair currently, after seeing your incision, maybe they don’t bother me…

 

[Charlie]

Welcome back.

 

[Canuck]

Glad to hear some positive progress, Scott. Keep up with the PT!

 

[ScottM]

Wish you well on your recovery..

Was that surgery for CMC arthritis on your thumb? Unfortunately I have a matching pair currently, after seeing your incision, maybe they don’t bother me

Yes, this was for CMC joint arthritis. Like you I have a matched pair. I am right handed but my left thumb was in the worst shape so did it first. Waiting to see how this recovery goes before thinking about doing the right. For sure I won’t do it in hot weather. The bottom picture was right after the cast came off on Thursday. It looks a whole lot better today. I was actually able to tie my shoes today for the first time since surgery. Prior to surgery I had days that they hurt so much I would wear slip ons.

 

[JNCarr]

Welcome back - have a speedy recovery.

 

[LeftyTom]

Welcome back to the commotion.

 

[Berta]

Happy you are recovering nicely!

 

[Oka]

Its looking good actually, glad you are on the mend !

 

[golfdad]

Congrats Scott on getting back in the shop. Don't rush it . Wish you a speedy recovery

 

[Michael Mathews]

Glad to hear you've back in the action Scott! Slow and steady does it!

 

[drw]

Great to have you back among your sawdust friends!

 

[Jim M.]

Great to see you back! The recovery looks terrific, keep up with the PT and before you know it you'll be at full speed.

 

[CaptnA]

Hello my friend!! Glad that is behind you! As you know pt can be a bit of a struggle at times but no pain no gain.... Glad you were up to being active in your shop. Like riding a bike - but I fell the last time I got on one so use extra caution til you get your 'sea legs' back. Blessed be~

 

[Dreuxgrad]

Likewise, a warm welcome back to you and your shop, Scott.

 

[woodworkingshop.com]

Welcome Back, Welcome Back, Welcome Back

 

[RandyJ]

Glad you are well on the road to recovery, Scott. Follow through and the rehab and you'll be as good as new.