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My family set up this site so that everyone can easily keep track of my progress. I and my family are so grateful that so many people are concerned. Rather than me trying to keep up with all of the questions via email we set up this site so all can post questions and someone can answer as quickly as possible. Thank you all for caring.

Monday, April 18, 2011

Quick Update on my Neck and Back

I finally got x-rays today. I do not have any fractures in my spine. That is a huge relief. Hard to explain but due to the injury my spine is being pulled very straight, the natural curve in my neck and lower back is no longer there.

I start physical therapy tomorrow. I learn more about any physical restrictions at that time. My doctor does believe in strength training and physical exercise so I will be able to get back into the gym. I am gaining weight fast even though I've reduced my food intake. Most of you know I rely heavily on my exercise for weight control and to reduce stress. I'm anxious to do more. It became more of a challenge once my thyroid stopped working the way it is supposed to many years ago.

The doctor gave me a heavy duty anti-inflamatory to take for a few days which hopefully will help me heal faster. Also some muscle relaxers if I am miserable at the end of the day, which I have been since the accident.

If I do not improve within a few weeks, then I will need an MRI to check for a herniated disc. I am going to believe that it is only tissue damage and nothing else.

I'll know more after physical therapy tomorrow, just thrilled my spine has no fractures.

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3 comments:

  1. Jack and CindyApril 19, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Glad there are no fracture. I would think that they would want to do the MRI now and not wait. If you have heriated disc exercise could irritate it more.

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  2. KrisApril 19, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    The anti-inflammatory meds. really helped Gregg with his back. However, pay attention to your stomach. He had some nasty side effects. Hopefully, you won't have to take them for a long time. I hope you are getting relief. Glad you got x-rays, but I'm with Cindy . . . I'm surprised they aren't doing the MRI anyway. (Thanks for the post card)

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  3. M'elleApril 20, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    I hope that by the time you read this you are already feeling better! Thanks for keeping us updated - we are praying for good news! :o)

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