Work here is going to be very different. That was evident on the first day. The patients sort of saunter in at anytime they feel like. One of the physios was telling us that they just recently switched to the appointment system, but the patients are still getting used to it, as most of them just come whenever they want to. This makes the day really interesting, because you never know what is going to walk through the door! Rubber time is what they call it. And often the patients stick around for a long time because they come from far away and their appointments are not frequent. We are not entirely sure ho long appointments are supposed to last here.
There are currently 3 other students here from Colombo: Isha, Samantha and Manoj. All boys. Its been interesting working with them and seeing what they do. For instance they don't know a of manual therapy, but they are very good at giving exercises. They have been especially useful in communicating with the patients as most of them don't speak English. Sinhaha is the language here and it sounds beautiful, but its, going to be a challenge. Although today I did learn to count to three. And the colors blue, red and green. Other than that I am lost.
Everyone's made us feel very welcome though, offering advice on staying safe and travelling and letting us use the pool and wifi at moonstone.
Navajeevana, the rehab centre for the whole southern country.
Cleo, Raelene's dog
View from Ralene's place at Moonstone Villas
After our second day on the job. So sticky.
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