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Reply: I'm back home

Best wishes for a quick recovery, Debsbears. I did check your blog & you sure have...

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Hello retmed, Spinal decompression has always intriqued me as it makes so much sense....

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Reply: Does anyone ever get complete relief? Success Stor...

Hello regcha, I believe I can speak for many of us by saying that permanent or complete...

Posted by georgia888

Hello regcha,
I believe I can speak for many of us by saying that permanent or complete relief from pain is never really achieved however, my personal experience is that I've learned to manage my pain well.

As individuals, we react differently to various treatments so what may work well for one may not have the same results on another.

In addition to osteoarthritis I also suffer from fibromyalgia. The combination can be brutal but I will share with you what has helped me to manage the chronic pain, much of which is suffered in my lumbar spine where I also have stenosis.

I keep my weight down & eat a healthy diet. Supplements I find helpful include calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, glucosamine chondroitin & 5-HTP.

Exercise is crucial in both managing pain & remaining flexible & mobile. It may be hard to get motivated or even think about doing so while in pain but it is always well worth it. My regimen includes water walking & swimming in a warm pool; stretching throughout the day; walking as much as I can tolerate; & light weight training.

It is best to check with one's doctor before engaging in any exercise plan.

I don't care for pharmaceuticals as any I've tried have had unpleasant side effects. I can tolerate aspirin & on most days I take two.

The mind is a powerful thing & maintaining a good attitude is crucial to an overall good feeling. If it's hard to attain on your own, I understand many have been helped by therapy.

If your pain is severe & chronic you may want to seek the help of a physiatrist. They deal in pain management & have been known to help many.

I know I'll never return to the level of activity I once enjoyed before my symptoms erupted, however I have learned that by taking care of myself as outlined above, I am managing my health in the best way I know how, which has allowed me to stay mobile.

As a "fibromite," pacing is crucial & I must remind myself that I can no longer perform as I once did.

Acceptance, managing, & pacing are key factors in my survival.

Best wishes to you in finding a successful treatment plan.

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It sounds like you took a real beating. If you eventually feel better it will make it...

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I hope all is going well with your treatment today, rjmjr911. I have been considering...

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Reply: Weight and Back Pain/Problems

Absolutely yes, regcha! Additional weight is unhealthy in every way & especially for...

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Warm water therapy has been very beneficial to me as well. I have Fibro along with...

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Reply: Is it worth it ultimately

I'm so sorry to learn of all your problems, Debsbears, but you have been blessed with...

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Reply: Is it worth it ultimately

Thank you, Debsbears. It seems that Fibro is common with coexisting back problems. Do...

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I'm sorry to hear of your many problems, Debsbears, but it's good that you can "almost"...

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