The Worst is Over

After a few ups and downs, I think the worst of the back problems is over.

I got my meds (muscle relaxers and pain killers) on Saturday evening, which really took the edge off the excruciating pain. Before the muscle relaxers, my lower spine muscles were wound up tight, and any move I would make would send them into a painful spasm. That alone, is frightening. What if you want to roll over in bed? Or worst, just stand up? Getting from a laying position to a standing position was nearly impossible without having a spasm, which would make me collapse on the bed. Ugh!

Anyway, Monday morning, I felt good. I went to a candle party I had that night. Huge mistake. I got there, and no joke, the woman's driveway was a ski slope. Long, steep and winding up a hill. I dragged my stuff up that hill, and knew the second I arrived, that was a mistake. I was uncomfortable the whole night, and sent myself back to square one.

So, Tuesday morning, trying to get out of bed sent me into spasms again. Now, I got serious. I rescheduled my whole week, took my meds, and didn't move. BH brought toys into my bed and he played beside me all day.

In the middle of the night of Tuesday/Wednesday, I had to get up to take meds. It was difficult. The pain is still there.

When I went back to bed after that dosage, I got really worried. It is this Saturday that I leave for the Caribbean cruise I have worked so hard for. Plus, I am bringing a friend with me. If I can't go, she can't go. I am really worried that I can't even put my back in a seated position. I need to be able to fly on a plane for several hours. I fell asleep quite worried.

This morning, I feel good. My back is sore and stiff, but no more spasms. My range of motion to move my hips is better. I can function today, unlike my previous days where I am in bed with my phone and a remote. I am not pushing it though. I am just moving around.

So that is the update. I am feeling better physically and emotionally. I feel comfortable that I will feel even better by Saturday morning when I get on my flight.

Thanks to all of you who prayed for me, have sent me sweet emails, etc. I so appreciate it.