For those of you who know me in person - you have probably heard me grunt and groan when I barely move. My back problems have escalated to the point where my leg felt like it was cursed with the heat of a thousand fires and I couldn't sleep at night.
Randomly, at work, I heard a colleague speak of a chiropractor in Knoxville that she loved. I got his name and I contacted him immediately! I have been going for several weeks now and learned some very scary things about myself. My pain is coming from a bulging disc in my lower back that is pressing/pinching several nerves, including my sciatic nerve running down my left leg. I have had electric stim, traction (that is another post) been twisted into pretzels and cracked, and many many tips from the doctor on how to eat, exercise and sleep.
While the pain is still there, it has moved around a lot! Which is, apparently, a good sign! I am ready for it to be GONE! While, I admit I am more productive in the mornings when I wake up early because I can't sleep - I REALLY miss sleeping through the night!
My day consists of stretching whenever I feel pain, very hot baths and several hours a day on an ice pack. Actually... I am on an ice pack right now! :0) I am doing everything possible to make this better! I have changed my eating habits, I am drinking more water and taking better care of my body. It's like the dude said in the "Wear Sunscreen" song from the 90's, "Take care of your body now. It is the best instrument you will ever have!"
My instrument has gotten a little rusty, but I am well on my way to get it back in good playing shape! :0)
Now that you know more about my back than you should ever know.... good night. AND DRINK WATER!!!
