"I was in terrible pain even when my leg was in a cast. They suspected embolism but luckily, it was ruled out. The swelling remained, I could only wear house slippers, all other shoes were too narrow. Physiotherapy and exercise, be it in water or on the floor, did not work. I was unable to walk for a long time and I was mentally drained and at the same time, exhausted by the crutches and I was about to give up being able to walk ever again."