Sciatica Update

Jul 09, 2008 21:47

Michael and Jana arrived safely home Friday. We had a quiet holiday weekend and then Michael left Monday morning for a business trip. I'm still in pain. Had my follow-up with my GP this morning. Here, I was feeling quite proud of my progress. Unfortunately, she didn't share in my joy. Actually, I got prescribed more meds, physical therapy and a physical therapy evaluation.

I was extremely happy to be able to schedule my first session this afternoon. The evaluation was rather thorough and long. The most amazing part is that after the exercises and treatment, much of the pain seemed to have subsided and I was able to walk without a limp. I did schedule to go in tomorrow and 3 times next week though. Plus I took home some documentation on injured discs and body mechanics. It's now got me thinking to get a new bed and sofa at home. Sigh. I really like my sofa.

Oh, my PT said, "Gardening is out." Huh? She said "Nothing." Even though my documentation showed me how to do certain gardening tasks with proper posture. And some of my other restrictions:
* avoid lifting > 5 lbs, no vacuuming (I think my new work laptop is > 5lbs)
* no sitting (really tough one)
* laying down, walking and standing are fine
* no straining

Oh, and I need to be particularly careful when I sneeze. I should make sure to not slouch at all. I don't think I've ever been so afraid of sneezing before.

sciatica, illness

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