The verdict is in

[jchrisobrien]

After a slightly adversarial conversation with my doctor the verdict is in:  herniated disc in my neck (6th vertebra I think) is what was revealed on the MRI.  I was told that these sort of things "work themselves out" and was given some methyliprednisolone, and vicodin.  I have a follow up appointment next week, and more physical therapy scheduled to treat this particular issue.  I have to stop exercising, I don't know if that includes dancing and poi as well. 

Meh.

Comments

[synaesthesia.livejournal.com]

I have a great chiropractor I can recommend (he works out of the same office as Amanda, who you should talk to about massage!).

*hug* Now you know, and knowing is half the battle right?? :)

[silas7.livejournal.com]

I did see Amanda about some massage, but shortly after my pain started changing to the pins and needles feeling.

I will talk about seeing a chiropractor, and see if the doctor agrees with it.

I do know, now I get to move on to the "accepting" and "being patient" phases.

[synaesthesia.livejournal.com]

I do know, now I get to move on to the "accepting" and "being patient" phases.

How so not fun. :(

There must be an alternate fun missive!

[silas7.livejournal.com]

Well, there are things like painting and gaming, but those aren't "active" fun things! It certainly beats twittling my thumbs.

[brigid.livejournal.com]

ask your doctor before seeing a chiropractor. my dad went to see one for a herniated disk and the chiropractor ended up destroying his back with one manipulation. it was a fucking disaster. if anything, try to see an osteopathic doctor instead, since they have a lot more training.

[silas7.livejournal.com]

YIKES! My consultation is on Tuesday, and I'll definitely run that by him.
IT's odd that lifting weights isn't any more painful that stuff I normally do. I feel the pain more when I'm sitting and typing , rather than liftings. (Clearly i sit and type more than i lift.)