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I've had my MRIs and I see neurosurgery on Friday

My primary sent me a message telling me I have degenerative disc disease. Worse in my low back where two discs have slipped and grind on a nerve.

That explains why after all the PT and exercise and stretching, it's not gotten much better. I can manage my own pain without meds, but I still constantly hurt.

Not sure what comes next, I will find out on Friday.

I think I went too hard in life. Working in labor since I was 12, skateboarding falls, weight lifting/excessive exercise, so many adventures, caretaking... I have done a lot.

It makes me glad I had my adventures when I did.

I'll see what the docs say, but it's time to slow down I think.

I'm kinda in shock though. Kinda mad I pushed my body for work and have nothing to show for it but a worn out carcass.

So yeah I'll figure this out too.
EldritchFox
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Neoerectus · M
A true Chinese trained acupuncturist might help with pain.
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EldritchFox
@Neoerectus excellent idea, I've been wanting to try one for do long
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SilverF0x · 51-55, M
I’m sorry to hear that. I agree with the comment about trying some alternative treatments.
Wish you the best
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EldritchFox
@SilverF0x thank you!
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fun4us2b · M
Have you tried Aspercreme - I use it on my knees on bad days. It doesn't smell like Bengay and it's great since I avoid NSAIDs And 💯 - stretching is key...
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EldritchFox
@fun4us2b I was using the Lidocaine patches but the pharmacies even hospitals ran out. Can I use it on my entire back? I stretch twice a day but some days I am super flexy but the next day I'm stiff and sore. It's not consistent so it's frustrating to never have progress.
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fun4us2b · M
@EldritchFox I think it is basically Lidocaine...
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Ontheroad · M
Well, that sucks, but the upside is there are effective treatments which you seem to be on top of. The other upside is that you have the right attitude - the "I can beat/handle this" attitude makes a world of difference in how one manages any injury/illness.

I hate this for you - I've been dealing with lower back issue for many years and at times, it ain't fun.
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EldritchFox
@Ontheroad it is not fun at all, but yes we just gotta handle it as best we can. I definitely don't plan on stopping, it's just a lot slower these days. Which in a way was good for me mentally too. Hey we gotta age gracefully if we want to keep the fun going 😂
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Livingwell · 61-69, M
I have the same. Repetitive injury and some genetics involved. I wish you luck. Avoid fusion if possible.
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EldritchFox
@Livingwell thank you 🖤 it's not fun, but we gotta keep going. I'm definitely going to avoid any treatments besides holistic at all costs
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EldritchFox
@Harmonium1923 it's not. It's really slowed me down a lot. I'm sorry you feel it too.
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Harmonium1923 · 56-60, M
@EldritchFox Never thought I’d be so attached to a heating pad. Started taking it with me on plane flights lately.
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EldritchFox
@Harmonium1923 my heated blanket is life sometimes lol
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maskedbandit · 61-69, M
Sorry to here that and I hope it goes well for you. Especially with a slipped disc. As long as it's not ruptured it will be OK. I have the same thing in my neck. The C7 to be exact. I've been living with it for 20 years now without surgery. All I use is Mineral Ice and sometimes Tylenol. I understand yours is in your lower back which is worse than in the neck but Hang in there. There will be good news. 👍
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EldritchFox
@maskedbandit thank you..
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FreeSpirit1 · 51-55, F
Well them knowing what it is might mean treating it will be more productive, with back pain it's hit or miss with doctors
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EldritchFox
@FreeSpirit1 I'm hoping I can at least get some questions answered and more aquatherapy. I never expect much out of docs except to try to solve my issues myself lol
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JimboSaturn · 56-60, M
I've worn out my body as well. It's hard to accept that you just can't do things with the same crazy vigour I used to lol
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EldritchFox
@JimboSaturn yup. If I tried to get on a skateboard right now it would not end well lol
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EldritchFox
@lovingdead yep. Gonna be some changes needed
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lovingdead · 36-40, M
@EldritchFox better shoes will help more than i can express.
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DHggmu · 31-35, M
I’m sorry to hear that.. but it sounds like you tried to live life to the fullest and had a good time doing so. Time to rest up a bit and give yourself time to recover, wishing you the best
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EldritchFox
@DHggmu yeah it was fun while it lasted lol thank you, just time for a new phase of life
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