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DimitySenior Contributor

We've got your back

Hello @Shaz51 @Owlunar2 @Emelia8 @ClockFace @Appleblossom and anyone and everyone

I hope I'm not intruding... I thought I'd start a space for people with back issues if they haven't connected elsewhere.

After months of being fobbed off by my gp I've been diagnosed with lumbar spine issues. Findings include arthropathy, stenosis, bulging discs, L5 nerve root impingement (both sides) and crowded cauda equina. Pain and discomfort, fatigue and depression, pelvic issues. I'm trying to push through and stay mobile but I can't do as much as i used to. Staying positive is hard. When my gp gave me the printed MRI report she walked out of the office before I could ask any questions. I'm starting with an osteopath next week.

I guess I'm hoping for tips and mutual support. Thanks for reading.

Dimity

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DimitySenior Contributor

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How are you going @ClockFace? when do you see the specialist physio?

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Blackbird11Senior Contributor

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How do you manage it @Shaz51 ?

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DimitySenior Contributor

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I probably have arthritis too @Shaz51 . The back MRI showed arthropathy as well as other things. I tried a liniment patch on my knee last night.

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JynxModerator

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Yeah lower back pain and shoulder pain @Shaz51 mainly from too much sitting! I really gotta get in to see a physio but I wanna find a neurodiverse-friendly one, so they can help me understand and provide options that are actually doable for me

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DimitySenior Contributor

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@Jynx I've been impressed by my osteopath. I think they may be more holistic than physios but still have clinical expertise.

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JynxModerator

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Oh true @Dimity I'll check it out. I think my biggest thing is the need to understand what is going on in my body, not just 'oh here's an exercise to do, seeya!'

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DimitySenior Contributor

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My osteopath has been good that way @Jynx. Thorough and careful too.

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JynxModerator

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@Dimity aww, so glad you've found someone that helps you so! And thank you muchly for your insights, very valuable. Now I just gotta find the right osteopath hehe 😊

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Shaz51Senior Contributor

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I think I need to investigate more with my kidney specialist @Dimity , @Jynx , @Blackbird11 , @Patchworks , @tyme

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DimitySenior Contributor

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Definitely @Shaz51 don't just write it off as being part of the CKD. Maybe you need to have someone else on your team to help with it, not just your kidney specialist.

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