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Back in bed in pain from my back

soulsearcher83
soulsearcher83

I had a bad flareup in my back yesterday and today and I'm back in bed again. I went to emergicare and my surgeon's office to adjust the device they implanted in my back.


I was supposed to start  volunteering at a dog rescue today and cried because I couldn't, being once again held back by this f$##### back.  I'm angry, frustrated, and losing patience.


I hope to be better in a week or so so I can start volunteering..


For now I'm going to edit and write for the other nonprofits I offered to help, which I can do from home.


I'll continue my coding classes from home, probably from bed but who cares, as long as I'm productive.


Not being productive brings on the depression for me so I need to keep going, even if it's from my bed.  


I'll continue to use ice, heat, pain meds, and work with the device settings to ease the pain. I'm considering calling the chiropractor and pain management to see if a steroid shot can help.


Just so sick of this crap. I just turned 33 and can't volunteer, let alone work. My friends have jobs, kids, some have boyfriends and husbands and I'm stuck due to this god damned disability combined with anxiety and depression.

joesmoes294
joesmoes294
Now Now, IM sure theres a few people that have it worst then you like myself..Broke a foot now my other leg needs surgery on top of that hobbling around with peg legs anxiety and depression is getting worst. I feel for ya! What do you have? Like a pinched nerve in the back...ouch no fun. Thats a good attitude keeping the mind occupied and productive..Two thumbs up!! Id refrain from a chiropractor though Ive heard of making matters worst for some proceed with caution...but hell who iam I to say so I have two peg legs what next??
Heidiclark
Heidiclark
I hear ya' sweetie. Staying busy and productive even from bed is good. Hoping you can get some relief soon.
billwfriend
billwfriend
sorry your hurting so badly....wishing the doggie volunteer thing works for you...I volunteered with my humane society too....its been long while now since I did any volunteering...
AnxietyFreak40
AnxietyFreak40
I'm sorry you are in pain. I have had rods in my back since I was 12. What is wrong with your back? I saw that you had surgery but wasn't sure the cause. That's awesome that you are helping to rescue dogs. Keep your chin up. Hugs!
soulsearcher83
soulsearcher83
Degenerative disc , spinal stenosis, pars defect, some other sciency word. Cause is unknown. Some may have been there from birth but just didn't cause pain until now.
soulsearcher83
soulsearcher83
Btw thanks for all your replies. It helps me feel not alone.
gramybear
gramybear
I too suffer from back problems, sciatica just to name one. But it's been proven that laying in bed will actually make your back pain worse. I have noticed, at least for me, that walking slowly makes it feel better or laying on the couch with my legs outstretched with my lap top. However, we are all different and different things work for different people. Do you use a heating pad? How does the instrument they implanted work for you? Does it normally help? I'm with you that laying around can make the depression worse. Just know you are never alone and we are here to support you!!
AnxietyFreak40
AnxietyFreak40
Hmmm..I tried to read up on this a little. It does not sound like fun. You are not alone. We are here for you. I tried to message you but cannot until you accept friend request. Hugs!!
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