Things have been steadily improving – the pain in my left leg is no longer constant, nor as bad. It still strikes while standing or sitting too long, or when carrying additional weight on the left side of my body.
A few things I still miss however – I can’t play my guitar for any length of time, and the combination of medication and sudden bouts of pain leaves me continuously drained.
I see light at the end of the tunnel now though. There’s no residual pain in my right foot from my fall – it’s completely healed. And they’ve been adding additional exercises at my physical therapy sessions (three times a week) to both strengthen my trunk and my upper body. Shoot – I’ve lost ten pounds over the last two months.
I’m looking forward to keeping exercise a part of my daily routine. Who knows, maybe by the end of all this, I’ll be healthier then ever.
Then again, I better shut up, or I’ll take another spill!
Remember that my hot-tub offer always stands… I’ll have you playing loud and out of tune in no time… 😉
hi,
I had a slipped disk too on my L5 S1. I did an epidural injection. I am wondering how long have u been treated for? because I’d seen the doctor for 2 months now and I am still having the pain (even though it’s much better). I’ve also been going for physical therapy for 3 weeks now…. Did you get injection or surgery done?
Hi Rice,
No surgery, although, that is an option if the pain still haunts me down the line (I hope not).
I didn’t have an injection. I’ve been going to physical therapy for almost four months now. Very, very, slow progress.
I will keep in mind the offer Cash 🙂