I had an operation in July '96. to control PD-like symptoms caused by
normal pressure hydrocephalus. This can be confused with PD. I may or may
not have PD as well. I still have some PD-like symptoms.
For the first time since the operation, I tried to play tennis. I played
2-3 hrs. per day before the operation. The first shot I tried to run down,
my brain said run but my legs couldn't keep up with my body. I did an
awesome swan dive on an asphalt court; at least a 9.5 score. Results were
knees and hands bloody, two wrenched shoulders, and a destroyed ego.
Question: can I cope with this in tennis and other sports or do I just give
them up?
Barbara
Smith, CG/Ken/69/16
