Troublesome is the right word for it, yes. This is why the insistence that women only wear dresses is stupid. [If she had pants, she thinks she would be able to move much easier.]
Please, tell her that I'm alright. I don't want to worry her needlessly. [Which brings her to...]
And if you don't mind... I would appreciate that. I've made my way to the bridge, but like this, I'm not sure I can cross it alone.