Figure it's time for a mini back health update and that update is "Grrreat!". For the first time in months, I am now able to wake up without being in pain. I can lie on my back and it doesn't hurt. I can roll over and get comfy without grimacing. That, by itself, has made a huge difference in my daily life. Huge.
I am currently still going to physical therapy two to three times a week, getting "adjusted" and being put on traction. It seems to be finally taking. For the most part, I do not have any pain during the day. Leaning forwards and twisting at the waist are the only things that seem to induce a small reminder that all is not healed.
I do so much stretching on a daily basis, I am really surprised I cannot just flip my legs over my head. I also have been increasing the core strengthening exercises to strengthen those inner muscles that have atrophied due to underuse and injury. There is still a lot of general instability that needs to be shored up for the long run (literally and figuratively!).
I want to, but I haven't dared yet ask my PT when I might be able to run again. I suspect it's still a long ways out. It will really be interesting to see how all the core work and cross training will affect my running. Meanwhile, I need to stop eating veal, mashed potatoes, chocolate mousse, and wine (that was actually dinner last nite), so I can see the results of all my hard work.
3 comments:
Glad to hear you are getting better!
great new, chicka! are you allowed to do any cross training like elliptical machine and stuff?
It's SO great to hear that you're really starting to get and feel better, Miki!!
Glad to know that there's a lot of positive stuff going on with healing these days.
Sarah (PCTR)
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