Yes, I've been away
In the past couple of weeks I have:
1. Had a visit with the ortho-dude. My degenerative disc disease is back, this time in my lower back, with pain radiating to my upper thighs, rather than neck/shoulders. I'm now on a couple of different meds, a muscle relaxer & a steroid. The pain level varies widely throughout the day. 2. Ortho-dude said I could go do the nature walks that I do for the first of the two back-to-back camping events I typically staff in early June. Those "propbably" wouldn't make things any worse. So I went, and he seems to have been correct in that assessment. 3. Had two physical therapy appointments. 4. Did not have the 'net connection I thought I would have at the campground; hence, didn't manage to keep up with my 100 years ago today in history posts. Will be catching up on those as I can; will be posting four after I finish this note. |
So sorry to hear you have such pain. Whats in the plans for the future? Can your back be fixed?
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Our prayers and best wishes are with you, gekkogecko. Glad your camping trip went well and the next 100 or so will do even better. Just take care of yourself.
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Well, when this happened to me back in 2010, I had to have neuro-surgery. Pretty much took care of the problem until about 6 weeks ago: this time around, it's in my lower back, rather than upper. Ortho-dude says no surgery this time, so let's hope he's right, and things get better with the meds & PT. |
Hey if the pain continues downward you'll be able to tell someone they're a real pain in the ass and mean it! Well I hope it doesn't move but the meds and PT chases it right outta town!!
Wishing you a speedy, pain free recovery. |
I'll vote with you on that one, Teddy! Just take good care of yourself, GG!
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gekkogecko,
I hope you and your medical staff find the right mix of treatments for your condition. John |
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