Life With My Pet Back

My Back Spasm Pain ! So Monday morning I  was drying my hair and a sudden sharp incredible pain shot through my back on the right hand side! Where did that come from? Well I was in agony, my back was in spasm! When I realised what had happened I knew I had to get started on treatment.  I knew to stop any activity and to sit or lie down and rest the muscles. It is important not to tense other muscles -although that is easier said than done. anyone who has ever had a back spasm knows how incredibly painful they can be.  I could not move with out severe pain -any movement caused my back muscle to go into a massive spasm! So although i am not a big fan of pain meds I had to get some to help me.  From my experience of back pain and my back and its reactions I now know to always do ICE for the first 2 days -to help reduce inflammation and give some relief during a spasm. So I grabbed my ice pack which has sat in the freezer for years now and got that on to th...

I used to use pillows between my knees when lying on my side and under my knees when lying on my back but while they did the job I did find it frustrating as when I moved around in the night suddenly all my support was gone and I had to reposition the pillows yet again. This tended to lead to a somewhat disturbed night!  With a full body pillow for  support - well it is just blissful.... You are cradled and supported and comfortable...it helps to align the spine and hips and in some cases the neck as well so your whole body is supported, comfortable and settled. It takes the pressure off my back and allows me to r-e-l-a-x and certainly leads towards a much more restful sleep.  Yes it does take up room in the bed but that is a small issue and when you and your partner get a good nights sleep is soon forgotten!  There are quite a few designs and different kinds of body pillow supports. Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinte...

My regime for looking after my back and taking care of it in the long term has been to do my Lose the back pain exercises regularly and to go swimming. My neurosurgeon said years ago that I would need to swim for 2-3 times a week for the res of my life to keep my back healthy.  Now here is the problem. ... Last year I developed another condition - which I wont go into here - but essentially it means I have to avoid many chemicals and my skin is very sensitive and tender. I loved swimming and just being in the water , floating, doing various exercises it was so good for me and my back. Anyway sadly it won't be an option for a very long time... if ever. So I cant go swimming- haven't been for a nearly a year now. This has been bothering me as I Need to keep my back as healthy as possible and I am concerned to put it mildly about going back to THAT pain  I had. I am sure if you have back or sciatic pain or have read this blog you will know what THAT pain is!  Anyway even...

Back and sciatic pain can sometimes get you down, I know.  Although my back is soooo much better these days I do still vividly recall the very difficult times I experienced.... I have been there and I totally understand... I find that on an emotional level this quote sometimes helped me to gain perspective and the strength to pick myself up and go forward, seek help or just know that I can deal with it. "Expect trouble as an inevitable part of life, and when it comes, hold your head high, look it squarely in the eye and say, " I will be bigger than you . You cannot defeat me" Then repeat to yourself the most comforting words of all, "This too shall pass" Ann Landers American advice columist Gentle Hugs Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.

When you are booking your holiday vacation do bear in mind the health  of your spine and what your back can easily cope with. You do not want to be struggling on holiday so do a little planning and research.  It is always useful to check on Trip Adviser what others have felt about the holiday destination as well. We are all different with the health of our backs, mobility and what we can cope with so it is good to ask yourself a few questions. If you choose with this in mind you can have a lovely holiday where you can enjoy yourself. Lose The Back Pain System Lose the Back Pain, is a system of self assessments to determine what physical imbalances you may have that may be causing your pain, then specific and targeted exercises to follow to address the imbalances, along with pain reduction strategies.  Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.

Going on holiday with sciatica or back pain can take a little thought and planning. This post is about important things to remember to take and pack on holiday with you if you have back or sciatic pain. 1. If you take any sort of pain relief take it with you and ideally carry it in hand luggage. If it is a prescription then take the document with you as well. Make sure you order your medication well in advance so you have enough to take with you on holiday. Keep all medications in their original packaging. Take slightly more with you than you need just in case you have any delays getting home.  2. Either heat pads or ice ointments or Rub On relief cream in case you need topical pain relief. 3. Comfortable shoes or sandals. You need to be sure that you can walk around in your footwear. If you buy new shoes/sandals do try them out before you go and make sure you are secure and comfortable as possible in them. Bear in mind that your destination may have uneven or slippery surfa...

Focus on what you CAN DO with your back condition. Dont beat yourself up over the rest.” Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.