I hope that this isn't too premature . . . however I have just returned from an appointment with Graeme Sproule, Physio Superemo.

I was upfront about my desire to run the SMH Half this Sunday, and the other events I have entered or planned to enter over the next month or two. My desire was not at the expense of causing further damage however, as I didn't want to be short sighted and aggrevate things further.

He was extremely thorough and professional, and understood where I was coming from. After a comprehensive assessment of movement, pain, balance etc, I underwent a number of treatments and exercises to objectively improve mobility. Concluding with a TENS machine to reduce inflammation, and stirrup strapping I came away with a loan of a wodbble board and an appointment for Thursday. Best of all was the ability to go out for a jog today to test it, to be followed by a regime of anti-inflammatories, ice, and exercises.

So, once I tame this headache which seems to be endless, I will head out the door for my first run in a week. Fingers crossed that my excitement is justified!