Well, I reinjured my lower back at work waaaay back in May, 2005. A pinched nerve gave me sciatica first and then lumbago. My treatments started on a weekly basis and/or whenever I had severe pain. Over time, I needed less adjustments so the visits were spaced further and further apart. But since I work at the FedEx Hub here, I keep moving my back in ways it doesn't like so the discomfort returns, goes away, and may come back again. Right now, am going every 4 or 5 weeks for adjustments, or as needed. Once I re-retire from this day job I'll require less treatment. But as I age (am now 69) I'll hafta either slow down or watch the way I move to avoid further 'episodes'. At home, heavy gardening is not welcomed by my back, and other 'chores' as well. But I've relearned how to move so I know what I need to avoid. I can still pick up a 70 lb box without any strain, but 15 minutes of raking leaves...... and I hafta stop. So, go figger.
BobbyJim in Elvisland From: C E To: adis...@yahoo.com ; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 21:28 Subject: RE: [TMIC] chiropractor I use a chiropractor from time to time and have had manipulation done, acupunture and massage. Once or twice a year, my low back hurts so bad that it can bring me to tears. The heat packs, manipulations help, even after one treatment. Can't say that the acupuncture helped me. So for me chiropractor is good, just don't get one that says you need to come every week for the rest of your life. Ask a reasonable lenght of time you should notice improvement. When I did the acupuncture I asked that question and I was pleased that he told me no use to continue treatment if I didn't notice improvment after 6 treatments. Carol Worrying does not empty tomorrow of its troubles; It empties today of its strengths. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:14:13 -0800 From: adis...@yahoo.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: [TMIC] chiropractor Does anyone here use a chiropractor or know if it is safe? My shoulders and neck hurt so bad, and I was wondering if it might help me. the lady i talked to also does massage which i will definitely do, but i was wondering about the getting adjusted part. it seems a little scary to me though. any advice or thoughts? thanks amanda ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. Try it now.
