So, I threw my back out on Wednesday. Don't ask me how--it literally came out of nowhere. It was the end of the work day and I noticed my back was hurting, by the time I left work (about 10 minutes later) it was hurting more, and by the time I got home (5 minutes later) I couldn't walk up our stairs. I couldn't pick Isaac up, I couldn't pick my left leg up to walk, I literally couldn't walk, sit or stand. It was TERRIBLE. I couldn't pick Isaac up without pain but I wanted to hold him so bad, it was a bad combination. Then yesterday I brought a heating pad to work--nothing had changed other than the fact that I could at least walk. There were things I could do that wouldn't cause any pain and then there were things I would do that could bring me to my knees in pain. Well, I woke up this morning and was in so much pain that I called into work and said I would be late which I haven't done since I was hired last summer. I was "talked into" going to a chiropractor...I say that because I don't know why, but I just have never had a good taste in my mouth towards chiropractors. I went to one while I was in middle school or perhaps the beginning of high school and I left in more pain than when I went in. Anyway, I made an appointment with the chiropractor and about an hour after doing so I wanted to cancel it. BUT...I didn't.
Turns out I have a sacroiliac sprain. Ever heard of that? It's pretty much where the bottom/side of your spine meets your pelvis bone. I had some therapeutic things done and then an adjustment. The adjustment was...interesting to say the least...for those who have never been, the doctor pops your back in ways I have never seen done. I didn't know if I should laugh or say "ow." Basically I don't think I knew what to expect, but it was one of the best things! I left the room feeling sooo good. However, it was only a temporary relief, because 30 minutes later it was back. I've been icing it to reduce the inflammation, so hopefully within a day or two or three...it will be better. :-)
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What a bummer! Back pain is awful... you can't do anything. Hope you get better soon!
That's not good! But, I do love when those reasons for just sitting around with your legs propped up happen. "Sorry Taylor, you'll have to do all the cleaning. And, could you get me a diet coke, too?" :) Hope it does feel better for you and you'll be able to hold Isaac. Whenever you're hurt don't you realize how much we take our good health for granted? At least I know I do that!
Oooh NO Valerie! I am so sorry! I hope you feel better so soon! But it could be a good thing in some ways...maybe you will have time to get some reading done, eh? :) Fell better!
No fun. :( I throw my back out ALL the time and it's usually doing the most insignificant things. I feel like a feeble little old woman sometimes. Hope you feel better!
That is horrible!! I hope you're feeling better soon!
ouch! Val!! My goodness! I am so glad that you are starting to do better and hope it continues! uggghh!
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