Guest guest Posted December 30, 2008 Report Share Posted December 30, 2008 Hello I never had such strong health issues prior to initiating the diet - mostly general fatigue. However, so of your current symptoms look familiar. I was extremely calm, but noticed a clear shortening of my temper after a few weeks on the diet. It is getting better now, after 6 months. I was extremely careful with carbs, and was taking to much antifungals too soon, after about 3 months on the diet, and then had extreme die-off over about 2 weeks incl night sweats, blood and mucous in urine (involved some pain too), extreme headaches followed by " brain fog " , muscle cramps causing lower back pain. It took about 3 weeks to clear up completely. I lost some weight also, and I have little extra to lose. I'm eating a lot more calories than I should have to to gain weight, however my weight is stable and I feel fine, with normal strength etc. The blood in urine scared me a bit, but that lasted only about 2 days. I've stopped with any extra antifungals (except VCO and pau d'arco). If the die-off is that fast, then I'll be very cautious about introducing antifungals again. Hang in there. Lawrence > > Hi All, > > My name is , I live in Melbourne Australia. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 At 05:40 PM 1/20/2009, you wrote: >Hello! My name is Alison and I'm glad I found this group. I am >suffering from a T3, L1, and L2 fracture. My fractures are a result of >a car accident. I was wondering if anyone with these same injuries has >ever applied for Social Security/Disability and got approved. Welcome Alison. My name is Dave. I have had 3 back surgeries and 1 neck surgery. I have 4 levels fused on my lower back. L1-L3 +S1 I believe plus 2 levels fused on my neck. My full story is available on the group main page. then files, then Neck and Back pain stories, then Dave's Story. I tried working for 5 years after my last surgery, then applied for SSDI. I was denied, then I fought it with a lawyer. I won on appeal 2.5 years later. It all depends on the extent of your injuries, the amount of medical evidence you have to back you up, and that you've tried every avenue to get better, and a big factor is your age. I applied at age 45. I won at 47.5. The older you are the better, also how many years you have paid into social security. I tried all avenues of physical therapy it didn't work for me, but it has worked for others. I'm sure you will get others replies that may help you. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 it is a long journey-- the SSDI, but if you feel you can not work again in the demanding work milieu, then apply be prepared for a turn down and appeal appeal appeal--- some have used lawyers I did not. keep posing though to this groups for tips, vents and just plain ole love. Take care and welcome! Annie A poet is, after all, to see >Hello! My name is Alison and I'm glad I found this group. I am >suffering from a T3, L1, and L2 fracture. My fractures are a result of >a car accident. I was wondering if anyone with these same injuries has >ever applied for Social Security/Disability and got approved. Welcome Alison. My name is Dave. I have had 3 back surgeries and 1 neck surgery. I have 4 levels fused on my lower back. L1-L3 +S1 I believe plus 2 levels fused on my neck. My full story is available on the group main page. then files, then Neck and Back pain stories, then Dave's Story. I tried working for 5 years after my last surgery, then applied for SSDI. I was denied, then I fought it with a lawyer. I won on appeal 2.5 years later. It all depends on the extent of your injuries, the amount of medical evidence you have to back you up, and that you've tried every avenue to get better, and a big factor is your age. I applied at age 45. I won at 47.5. The older you are the better, also how many years you have paid into social security. I tried all avenues of physical therapy it didn't work for me, but it has worked for others. I'm sure you will get others replies that may help you. Dave ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Thank you so much for your reply Dave. I do have other medical problems on top of my back injuries. I'm only 30 so I was guessing that it would be a long process. I really don't want to go to physical therapy because we really don't have the money to do it. I hate to waste what little we have to pay for something that may or may not help. Thanks > > >Hello! My name is Alison and I'm glad I found this group. I am > >suffering from a T3, L1, and L2 fracture. My fractures are a result of > >a car accident. I was wondering if anyone with these same injuries has > >ever applied for Social Security/Disability and got approved. > > Welcome Alison. My name is Dave. I have had 3 back surgeries and 1 > neck surgery. I have 4 levels fused on my lower back. L1-L3 +S1 I > believe plus 2 levels fused on my neck. My full story is available on > the group main page. then files, then Neck and Back pain stories, > then Dave's Story. I tried working for 5 years after my last > surgery, then applied for SSDI. I was denied, then I fought it with > a lawyer. I won on appeal 2.5 years later. It all depends on the > extent of your injuries, the amount of medical evidence you have to > back you up, and that you've tried every avenue to get better, and a > big factor is your age. I applied at age 45. I won at 47.5. The > older you are the better, also how many years you have paid into > social security. I tried all avenues of physical therapy it didn't > work for me, but it has worked for others. I'm sure you will get > others replies that may help you. Dave > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Thank you so much for the info Annie and thank you for the warm welcome. Alison > > >Hello! My name is Alison and I'm glad I found this group. I am > >suffering from a T3, L1, and L2 fracture. My fractures are a result of > >a car accident. I was wondering if anyone with these same injuries has > >ever applied for Social Security/Disability and got approved. > > Welcome Alison. My name is Dave. I have had 3 back surgeries and 1 > neck surgery. I have 4 levels fused on my lower back. L1-L3 +S1 I > believe plus 2 levels fused on my neck. My full story is available on > the group main page. then files, then Neck and Back pain stories, > then Dave's Story. I tried working for 5 years after my last > surgery, then applied for SSDI. I was denied, then I fought it with > a lawyer. I won on appeal 2.5 years later. It all depends on the > extent of your injuries, the amount of medical evidence you have to > back you up, and that you've tried every avenue to get better, and a > big factor is your age. I applied at age 45. I won at 47.5. The > older you are the better, also how many years you have paid into > social security. I tried all avenues of physical therapy it didn't > work for me, but it has worked for others. I'm sure you will get > others replies that may help you. Dave > > > ------------------------------------ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 , I am assuming that you have NO insurance at all-- if you were in a car accident then was it your fault or the other person, and if so was there any settlement? PT is not all that useless > > >Hello! My name is Alison and I'm glad I found this group. I am > >suffering from a T3, L1, and L2 fracture. My fractures are a result of > >a car accident. I was wondering if anyone with these same injuries has > >ever applied for Social Security/Disability and got approved. > > Welcome Alison. My name is Dave. I have had 3 back surgeries and 1 > neck surgery. I have 4 levels fused on my lower back. L1-L3 +S1 I > believe plus 2 levels fused on my neck. My full story is available on > the group main page. then files, then Neck and Back pain stories, > then Dave's Story. I tried working for 5 years after my last > surgery, then applied for SSDI. I was denied, then I fought it with > a lawyer. I won on appeal 2.5 years later. It all depends on the > extent of your injuries, the amount of medical evidence you have to > back you up, and that you've tried every avenue to get better, and a > big factor is your age. I applied at age 45. I won at 47.5. The > older you are the better, also how many years you have paid into > social security. I tried all avenues of physical therapy it didn't > work for me, but it has worked for others. I'm sure you will get > others replies that may help you. Dave > ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Yes I was in a car accident. I am responsible enough to have car insurance, unfortunately the person who caused the accident did not. I also do have health insurance. The settlement I did get wasn't too much. It went to pay the massive hospital bills myself and my daughter incurred from the so called man that rear ended us. The accident killed my best friend who was in the car with me, my mom and my daughter. My insurance company made a claim on her behalf and her son got the largest chunk of my uninsured motorist coverage. I was fine with this. This all happened at the end of 2007. My insurance company is going to sue him to get back what they paid out. They are currently waiting for him to be released from jail. It is just a horrible situation. With the economy the way it is I do hate to use the little money we have put back if nothing comes of it. My husband's factory may be shutting down. Alison > > > > >Hello! My name is Alison and I'm glad I found this group. I am > > >suffering from a T3, L1, and L2 fracture. My fractures are a > result of > > >a car accident. I was wondering if anyone with these same injuries > has > > >ever applied for Social Security/Disability and got approved. > > > > Welcome Alison. My name is Dave. I have had 3 back surgeries and > 1 > > neck surgery. I have 4 levels fused on my lower back. L1-L3 +S1 I > > believe plus 2 levels fused on my neck. My full story is available > on > > the group main page. then files, then Neck and Back pain stories, > > then Dave's Story. I tried working for 5 years after my last > > surgery, then applied for SSDI. I was denied, then I fought it > with > > a lawyer. I won on appeal 2.5 years later. It all depends on the > > extent of your injuries, the amount of medical evidence you have to > > back you up, and that you've tried every avenue to get better, and > a > > big factor is your age. I applied at age 45. I won at 47.5. The > > older you are the better, also how many years you have paid into > > social security. I tried all avenues of physical therapy it didn't > > work for me, but it has worked for others. I'm sure you will get > > others replies that may help you. Dave > > > > > > ------------------------------------ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 Alison, All SSDI cases seem to be judged uniquely..Someone I know was granted the SSDI the first time. He had Fibromyalgia. Unfortunately, your age and how much you have paid in does seem to an impact on what you are allowed. BUT, see a lawyer and start the process they do not change unless they win the case, be aware that if you simply are never granted SSDl the lawyer may charge for incidental costs, like postage, gathering material etc, discuss with them.. If you still have any insurance I would suggest therapy a couple of times to at least find out the exercises that they would recommend... it is terrible that you are in this position so young in life..but good luck Tom In a message dated 1/21/2009 8:15:13 A.M. Mountain Standard Time, charisma7213@... writes: Thank you so much for your reply Dave. I do have other medical problems on top of my back injuries. I'm only 30 so I was guessing that it would be a long process. I really don't want to go to physical therapy because we really don't have the money to do it. I hate to waste what little we have to pay for something that may or may not help. Thanks > > >Hello! My name is Alison and I'm glad I found this group. I am > >suffering from a T3, L1, and L2 fracture. My fractures are a result of > >a car accident. I was wondering if anyone with these same injuries has > >ever applied for Social Security/Disability and got approved. > > Welcome Alison. My name is Dave. I have had 3 back surgeries and 1 > neck surgery. I have 4 levels fused on my lower back. L1-L3 +S1 I > believe plus 2 levels fused on my neck. My full story is available on > the group main page. then files, then Neck and Back pain stories, > then Dave's Story. I tried working for 5 years after my last > surgery, then applied for SSDI. I was denied, then I fought it with > a lawyer. I won on appeal 2.5 years later. It all depends on the > extent of your injuries, the amount of medical evidence you have to > back you up, and that you've tried every avenue to get better, and a > big factor is your age. I applied at age 45. I won at 47.5. The > older you are the better, also how many years you have paid into > social security. I tried all avenues of physical therapy it didn't > work for me, but it has worked for others. I'm sure you will get > others replies that may help you. Dave > **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100000075x1215855013x1201028747/aol?redir=http://\ www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072%26hmpgID=62%26bcd=De cemailfooterNO62) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2009 Report Share Posted March 8, 2009 Hi, I have a son who is almost 5 year old and has PDD NOS. we have being on biomed for almost 18 months with good gains on social, behavior and overall health. but we still have issues with yeast and his language skills are well behind his age. I am currently doing the LDN protocol and considering starting chelation with ALA (AC protocol). I would appreciate your help understanding what are the key steps to follow before starting and also if you can share experiences of someone using only ALA. no doctor here (in argentina) has experience on this (as far as I know) but I am working with an endocrinologist that is helping so much and will work with us on chelating but I need to help her with steps to follow. thanks a lot! Fernanda > From: Hudson <jhud2@...> > Subject: Re: [ ] GFCF cracker at Costco > > Date: Sunday, March 8, 2009, 7:21 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I got some of those at Sam's Club and > they're delicious ! > > Kathy > > > > [ ] GFCF cracker at Costco > > > > > For those of you who are always looking for something > new your children > > > can eat. > > > We found some new crackers today at Costco and the > kids actually liked > > > them. Not organic, but not too many ingredients > either. > > > Multi-Grain crackers by Crunchmaster. They also make a > rice cracker as > > > well. > > > TJ > > > > > > > > > > > > ------------ --------- --------- ------ > > > > > > ============ ========= ========= ========= ========= > ======= > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 Did you undergo surgery? What stage were you? karla > > Hello everyone, I am new to the group and have been reading some of the posts....there is just so much information out there, sometimes it's overwhelming.. > > I was diagnosed with colon cancer in '05 and immediately began alternatives...never did any chemo or radiation....got rid of the cancer with hydrogen peroxide, essiac, curcumin, IP6 and other supplements.....cancer has returned late last year.....I am planning to try oleander and wondering also if anyone has tried the Kelley protocol?? Has anyone ever done his Metabolic typing diet ?? > > Would like to hear from anyone with info/experiences and just general support........I think we can all agree that this journey is unique, and it is helpful to have the upliftment from others sharing the same experience... > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Hi! Welcome to the group! I think that we can be of great support to each other. Many people on this group would probably be surprised to find out that I am also 26 years old. I had my first back surgery this past October, and I had a spinal fusion on January 26th. I am still recovering from the surgery. My fusion was at L4 L5. I also have a herniated disk at C6 C7. My dream in life has always been to have children. My doctor actually had two spinal fusions and then had four children. She said it was neccessary to have a C section because of the ruptured disks. I have the same fear as you do. I am not sure I will ever be able to carry my children or even be an active mother to them. You are not alone!!!! I have those feelings every single day. I hope to keep in touch with you. April new to the group Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:28:47 -0000 Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! -- Email2me.... The email service that cares. It is FREE. http://www.email2me.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 I am 31 and finally after years of pain getting my spine fused next week. They are fusing L4 and L5 w/ instrumentation. About kids, well I had three and the weird thing is during all my pregnancies my back was fine!!! Now that I am done with kids and tired of pain I am getting the surgery. What other options are you trying? I did the injections twice they did nothing. > > Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 My Naturopathic MD told me that progesterone is natural relaxer, as well as effecting the mood, so its no wonder you felt fine during your pregnancies. Re: new to the group I am 31 and finally after years of pain getting my spine fused next week. They are fusing L4 and L5 w/ instrumentation. About kids, well I had three and the weird thing is during all my pregnancies my back was fine!!! Now that I am done with kids and tired of pain I am getting the surgery. What other options are you trying? I did the injections twice they did nothing. > > Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Hello, new to the group. I am 50 years old and just had a lumbar lamenectomy on 3/9. I was diagnosed with ostio arthritis several years ago. I've had 3 arthroscopy surgeries for torn meniscus on my knees only to get a double knee replacement in February of 2007 and also rotator cuff repaired twice. In January of this year I was diagnosed with spinal stenosis and had the surgery after a series of 3 cortisone injections which really did not help much at all. Alot of the pain I had in my lower back, buttocks and legs is gone, mostly pain from the surgery but occasionally I get re-occurring pain, the same pain prior to surgery. Doc tells me nerves need time to heal. Was wondering if anyone out there had same experience after this type of surgery. Thanks, Dave from NJ. new to the group Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 I can totally understand what you are feeling. I am also 26 and had a lumbar discectomy L5/S1 on April 10, 2008. DH and I are now trying for our first child and I fear I won't be able to pick up/hold my child or be the active mother I want to be. I am a pre-k teacher in a school that is located within a child care center so we have children there as young as a year and when I have to fill in here and there even if it for a few minutes with the 1 yr olds I def can feel it later that evening. I know you were after words of encouragement and well that's not exactly what I shared, I just wanted to let you know you aren't alone in having those feelings. Lori in MI From: awidoff02 <awidoff02@...> Subject: new to the group spinal problems Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2009, 8:28 PM Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 I think you can be helped a great deal with acupuncture and Chinese herbs. What's your diet like? Drink raspberry tea. new to the group > Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer > from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine > that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time > coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid > of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be > getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't > even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words > of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! > > > > ------------------------------------ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 You need to take control of your condition and maintain your body with yogo or qigong practice. Don't lose your range of motion, whatever you do. new to the group > Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:28:47 -0000 > > Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and > suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the > lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm > having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a > young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since > my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother > some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If > anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really > appreciate it. Thank you! > > > > -- > Email2me.... The email service that cares. It is FREE. > http://www.email2me.com > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Hello! Thank you for the encouraging words! That definitely makes it sound possible! So far I have tried the DRX9000 Spinal Decompression and Class IV Laser therapy. It has helped a lot but because I have such a large injured area it's only getting me so far. I'm going to try the injections and acupuncture next. How painful were the injections for you? From: srbailey76 <srbailey76@...> Subject: Re: new to the group spinal problems Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2009, 7:49 PM I am 31 and finally after years of pain getting my spine fused next week. They are fusing L4 and L5 w/ instrumentation. About kids, well I had three and the weird thing is during all my pregnancies my back was fine!!! Now that I am done with kids and tired of pain I am getting the surgery. What other options are you trying? I did the injections twice they did nothing. > > Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Thank you so much for your response, April. How have you been feeling since your fusion? It's nice to be able to connect with someone that is going through the same thing as I am. I have heard that it is possible to have children and raise them without being bed ridden but at the point where I am right now, just doing too much light lifting isn't even a good idea. How long have you been suffering from neck and back pain? I too hope to keep in touch and thanks again for responding to my post. - From: April <nanny04@...> Subject: Re: new to the group spinal problems Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2009, 7:44 PM Hi! Welcome to the group! I think that we can be of great support to each other. Many people on this group would probably be surprised to find out that I am also 26 years old. I had my first back surgery this past October, and I had a spinal fusion on January 26th. I am still recovering from the surgery. My fusion was at L4 L5. I also have a herniated disk at C6 C7. My dream in life has always been to have children. My doctor actually had two spinal fusions and then had four children. She said it was neccessary to have a C section because of the ruptured disks. I have the same fear as you do. I am not sure I will ever be able to carry my children or even be an active mother to them. You are not alone!!!! I have those feelings every single day. I hope to keep in touch with you. April new to the group Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:28:47 -0000 Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! -- Email2me.... The email service that cares. It is FREE. http://www.email2me .com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Thank you for responding. I haven't really been able to to talk to very many people that understand and have the same worries so it's nice to know that you're out there. How has your back been after surgery compared to before you got it? I wish you good luck in having your first child! From: awidoff02 <awidoff02 (DOT) com> Subject: new to the group spinedisorderssuppo rtgroup@gro ups.com Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2009, 8:28 PM Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 thank you for your suggestion! i'm planning on starting yoga soon. My doctor wants me to do strengthening exercises for a few weeks and then start yoga. I totally agree that staying conditioned is important. I think I got this way from not staying in shape. From: Mercurius Trismegistus <magisterium_magnum@...> Subject: Re: new to the group spinal problems Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2009, 9:51 PM You need to take control of your condition and maintain your body with yogo or qigong practice. Don't lose your range of motion, whatever you do. new to the group > Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:28:47 -0000 > > Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and > suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the > lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm > having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a > young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since > my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother > some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If > anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really > appreciate it. Thank you! > > > > -- > Email2me.... The email service that cares. It is FREE. > http://www.email2me .com > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 I understand what you mean. Right now, I cant take care of myself let alone another human being!!!! I am actually doing better since my fusion. I have a lot less pain from L4 L5 now. Most of my pain was going down my hip and left leg. I am def seeing a lot of improvement. I had 9 injections before deciding on spine surgery. They were not to terribly painful. When they actually inject the medication, then you can feel a sting, but it goes away quickly. I was expecting the worst with them, but was pleasantly surprised. If you have any other questions, then just send them my way! Also, you can email me at nanny04@.... Have a great night! Blessings, April new to the group Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:28:47 -0000 Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! -- Email2me.... The email service that cares. It is FREE. http://www.email2me .com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Well the first round I got two injections and they gave me a conscience sedation which did not work because they did not get my vein so the medicine went into the tissue. The pain was pretty intense but very fast. The second injections the did four and the sedation worked so I was pretty much out of it did not feel much. But unfortunately neither sets worked for me thus the reason I am getting surgery. > > > > > > Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really appreciate it. Thank you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Me too. Doing something to strengthen your core will help you greatly. new to the group > >> Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:28:47 -0000 > >> > >> Hello! I'm excited to find a group like this. I'm 26 years old and > >> suffer from chronic low back pain due to multiple herniations in the > >> lumbar spine that I have accumulated over the past 8 years. I'm > >> having a hard time coping with having so many limitations at such a > >> young age and am afraid of what the up coming years will bring, since > >> my condition seems to be getting worse. I would love to be a mother > >> some day but am afraid I won't even be able to pick up my child. If > >> anyone has any suggestions or words of encouragement, I would really > >> appreciate it. Thank you! > >> > >> > >> > >> -- > >> Email2me.... The email service that cares. It is FREE. > >> http://www.email2me .com > >> > >> > >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Hi, I am 43 and it all started back in 1999 when I was in my thirties. All kinds of problems lower back wise and recently a new one to the mix. Spondylolistheses which I am learning is that the whole thing has done a major shift off track. I have had good days and bad and I tend to take the good ones and run with them. I try not to focus on the bad things and try with all my might to go with the good ones. That has been my savior. For real! I know you might think I am nuts but I am a very physical type and some even say hyper. I had a very hard time myself dealing with the I can'ts that back problems cause. Now instead of thinking about the I can nots I fill them in with the I can do this instead. Not easy I know but it does help. Welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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