8 months ago, my world stopped.

What started as a simple ankle fracture turned into a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) — a blood clot that changed everything.

From Running to Unable to Walk

I went from running and training to being stuck in a boot, unable to walk, my leg swollen and heavy.

The pain was physical.

But the fear was deeper.

Fear of moving. Fear of another clot. Fear that I’d never feel strong again.

The Months That Followed

The months that followed were slow, messy, and humbling.

Compression socks every day.

Anticoagulants.

Endless medical appointments.

Learning to trust my leg again, one step at a time.

There were days I cried out of frustration — and others where I was just grateful to still be here.

Post-Thrombotic Symptoms

Then came the post-thrombotic symptoms — pain, swelling, that constant reminder of what I’d been through.

But little by little, I started rebuilding.

Physical therapy. Patience. Hope.

2.7 km

Today — 8 months later — I ran 2.7 km.

It wasn’t fast.

It wasn’t perfect.

But it was everything.

What I’ve Learned

This journey taught me that healing isn’t linear — it’s a marathon of resilience.

I’m still wearing my compression socks. Still listening to my body. But I’m finally moving forward again.

What I Want Others to Know

To anyone going through recovery — from injury, illness, or fear — don’t give up.

Your body remembers how to fight.

And your spirit knows how to rise.