Physical Therapy: Six Weeks begin

I had my first PT session this afternoon. It involved a full body evaluation. I was evaluated for ability to bend over forward and back, side to side. I also was tested for strength in my arms and nerve function overall. My PT advisor ran his hands over my body; with my permission, of course. Some nerves fire indiscriminately, causing electric pain or tingling sensations. I have a nerve that fires painfully mid lumbar fusion. After I had heat pads over my upper and lower back, then a light massage. I was on my belly with my hands under my forehead and my right hand fell asleep. I had nerve pain down the left side of my neck as well. By the time I left I was in tears and my nose was dripping. Not lovely at all. My PT protocol involves swim therapy in their 90 degree F heated pool. Not a bad way to spend an afternoon. I will have heat and massage as well, this time seated to prevent the pressure on my neck. I hope this post informs others of what happens at PT sessions. I know my case is personally biased. I intend to follow the full 6 weeks to see how I improve. I do expect to do better. Live with high expectations and persevere.