It is happening again...

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

I will need lots of extra candles... . This is what I am talking about
http://www.petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=81736&highlight=epidural

I didn't mention it, but my neck was getting worse for some time already. Now I am a point where it is unbearable again. Nothing helps, exept very strong painkillers (help a bit!) . My dad got operated a week ago, and I was not able to visit him before yesterday. My sister arrived too, and she brought about 7 meals for my parents, enough for the next week. Oh my, I felt so guilty because I was unable to do a similar thing. All I could bring was a bouquet of fresh flowers from our garden... . She didn't say much to me; I am afraid she doesn't get it why I cannot do more... :(

On Wednesday, I am going to the hospital again for another neck epidural. Maybe I will need more! Although I need help, I am so very much NOT looking forward to this :( . It was horrible last time, so.....:eek:
I shouldn't be here on my pc. But laying down doesn't take away the hurting, so here I am. I know that I need you all, PT-prayers are so powerful!!

sorry for venting.......:(

[LoudLou]

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Lut, so sorry to hear that. We'll send you some prayers and keep all claws, paws and tails crossed for you... LOUD Louie will do the Wigglebutt Dance if it'll make you feel a little better. Hang in there.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

So sorry to hear you are struggling again. Hope Wednesday eases your pain - I'm off to buy a ton of candles just for you!!! Love and hugs

[Barbara]

I am so sorry for you. I hope they find something that helps.....

All the best for you.

I include a link. It is a back therapy that's not so well known: a kind of muscular training in a machine (called MedX) designed especially for people with back problems. The muscles that support the lower spine are strengthened and so are able to really give support.

http://www.ptsconline.com/equipment/MedX.html

Siegmar is doing that now. He has a slipped disk and has been treated conservatively (as they don't do surgery very often these times). He had ca. 8 sessions (will have another ten) and says that now he wakes up without back pain.

I have another co-worker, a lady between 55 and 60, who had back surgery last year (with a complicated condition). She also has continued with the MedX training and says she is so happy she found it.

It must be available somewhere in Belgium too.

[chocolatepuppy]

I'm so sorry Lut, that you have to go through this again! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

[jenluckenbach]

Many prayers for you dear friend.

[sirrahbed]

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[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Thank you for that link, Barbara! I never heard of that therapy before. It seems that it doesn't exist in Belgium, but I sent an e-mail to http://www.medxonline.com/ to check this :)

[catnapper]

Ouch. That sound just dreadful. And the other time you had it wasn't long ago at all. Will you need ot have this procedure done reguarly? Isn't there an operation that could help - so you won't have to undergo this painful procedure every few months?

I'll light some candles for you! {{{HUGS}}}

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Originally posted by catnapper
Isn't there an operation that could help - so you won't have to undergo this painful procedure every few months?



Yes and no. It is rarely done because it is very dangerous. It is to close to all nerves that pass there, nerves that go to all parts of our body....:( .

[Daisy and Delilah]

Our thoughts and prayers are with you sweet lady:)

Love, Terry, Daisy and Delilah

[Karen]

Of course you have our prayers.

[anna_66]

Lut I'm very sorrry to hear your having difficulties again:( I can imagine how upsetting this is for you.

I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

[gini]

Dear Lut, I just cannot tell you how upset I am to hear that you are in pain once again.

I will light a candle and say prayers for you, dear friend, that your pain can be eased.

[slick]

Lut, so very sorry to hear that you have to go through that again. Know that I'm sending out mega prayers for you.

[luvofallhorses]

Of course you'll be in my prayers, Lut. I am sorry this is happening to you again. You don't deserve to go through this you're such a sweet and caring person. I hope this next epidural helps you immensely. We're pulling for you and we love you!

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Love,

Krista and the furbabies

[crsvstang]

Lut,

I'm so sorry you are going through this again. Sending lots of good thoughts for you! ((hugs))

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Lut, I'm so sorry you're having to endure all this. I will definitely be sending out good thoughts and prayers - and hoping they can find a permanent solution to your pain. :(

[ramanth]

Lut, I'm so sorry to hear that you are still in pain. :(

I hope the procedures are quick. *HUGS*

[Albea]

Lut, I'm so sorry you are in such pain. Best wishes for the epidural to work. I can sympathize with you, I have an epidural every four months otherwise I can't walk.
Prayers are going your way.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Lut, I'm so sorry to hear that you're in pain again.:( Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[catland]

I hope that somewhere out there is a solution to your pain. I can't imagine what you must endure.

You are such a sweet person. I'm one of the ones who has the honor of being reminded of your generosity everytime I put on my PT apron at home:).

[Anita Cholaine]

I'm so sorry to hear this, Lut...:( Hope you can find a solution for your pain...

(((((HUGS)))))

[Logan]

I am so sorry, Lut. :( I guess I hoped that no news was good news with your back. :(

I hope this epidural will give you some relief. Having suffered from some neck issues, myself, I can't imagine your pain.

Logan

[popcornbird]

I'm so sorry to hear about this Lut. :( Hope you feel well again soon. {{{hugs}}}

[NoahsMommy]

((((((((((((Lut))))))))))

I hate reading this thread, honey. I wish there was something we could do to take this away...restore your body to health.

I'll be praying hard this one will go well for you.

Love,
Kelly and the furkids

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Thank you so much everybody! I will be leaving in 1,5 hour.... !
I will post about it asap !:(

[gini]

Dear Lut, I hope you return home without a bit of pain............you know you have the whole Pet Talk family praying for you and wishing you the best.

[sirrahbed]

She would have left about noon her time (6am EST), and it is now 5pm on Lut's Wednesday evening so I imagine she is home by now. Hope you are in less pain now Lut and that the procedure went well!!! (((HUGS)))

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

5 pm GMT+1 hour

Back home! Glad it is over. It was a bad as last time, but at least I didn't pass out. I have to rest now, horizontal position :D
I don't have any result yet, but that would be a bit fast, I think!

Okay, back to my couch now:D

[slick]

Lut, so glad that you are back home again. Have a good rest and I'm praying that this will finally take the pain away.

[NoahsMommy]

Oh Lut,

I'm so glad its overwith now.

(((gentle hugs)))

[joycenalex]

lut, my thoughts are with you. when i had my epidurals in late winter, the doctor had me take a xanax on an empty stomach 15 minutes before the injection, i could feel it but i didn't care too much, and i needed a driver to take me home. i'm about 60-70 5 better. here's hoping for you dear one.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Hope you are starting to feel better now xx