It shouldn't be this hard..should it?

[dreamin]

I read all of these post everyday, every moment, and it makes me wonder.  Why is this so hard, I know the reality is ..it just is.  But sometimes I see the suffering here and I want to cry out...

We really do help each other here..I forget for a moment about my own demons when I see yours..

thank you for that..

sheila

[Chezz]

I am not sure what your question is referring to. I write so much it is hard to remember.
Chezz

[GOD]

I think it's wonderful that you've found this forum and COME BACK TO POST! This forum has been an incredible help to me and MANY others. I'm curious about your medical condition, AB. You mentioned that you are blind- So naturally, I wonder about your access to this forum. Does your girlfiend read the forum to you, OR are you provided with a Voice-reader type program for your internet access? (where I work, there are two PC users with disabilities warranting a computer program that "Talks" to them to help them fulfill their assigned job requirements without them needing "Help" from other employees. It is really a very freeing feeling for both of the employees that I mentioned..)

Anyway, I'm just curious, so please post back! We are glad to have you as a member.

JesseSarpy

[peaz]

Hi guy-- When you get back from the doc, let us know what happened and what WILL happen w/ your treatment.  Hope to God you get some relief, and that the car ride didn't do you in.
  You forgot to elaborate on the first part of your e-mail to me yesterday.  Know what I mean?  If you feel like typing later, fill me in.
  The other matter is out of my hands, I guess.  Peace--Peaz

[percsnomas]

...or a 'body-bender' video.
GOOD LUCK TODAY

[Chezz]

I FEEL the same result. It is pressing on my nerve root, which is giving me the numbness, in the lower part of my leg. I also still have the shooting pain down my thigh's. 1-10 10 being when it is down both legs and I can hardly walk. it is a medicated 4-5. No meds - a 7. Later in the morning - an 8.

The F#@$%$@#% real bumber is that I have an appt. this morning and have to drive 35-40 minutes to see my new doc. NOT too HAPPY about that. I know the numbness will be in full force after about 5 min. I am just unsure of the pain. I haven't driven with this new pain.
I guess I will try and put it on cruise cont. and hope for the best.

That is why my post was a little out a whack. I have got to get ready to leave NOW.  ;)  I am always late.
Actually I am a little scared to drive. Plus I know it will hurt my back. That, and I hate seeing anyone new. They always want to do the tests. Put your leg here, now try and bend over and see if you can look between your legs, what is behind you??!!?!?!? just be facetious. But I hate it.
I am waiting for one of them to have a twister board in the office. ;0
Chezz

[percsnomas]

Jessica: See what i mean(very good post Chezz)


Chezz: How's that pulpated disc today? 0-10 scale. Whats the difference between pulpated and protruding. Is it same result--compression of nerve strucures?? I've had L5-S1 done twice(from herniations, one sequestered) but i have a fairly severe 4-5 protrusion, that is why i ask.