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Started Physical Therapy

Discussion in 'Health & Wellness' started by Sheldon Scott, Jan 9, 2018.

  1. Chrissy Cross

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    Ive heard Arizona is good for people with arthritis so maybe Colorado will be also.

    Arthritis isn't too big a problem for me although I do have some osteoarthritis in my lower spine according to my MRI or x ray.

    Also some bulging discs but no nerves are involved which is good....I guess.
     
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    They are working on my leg strength and balance as related to Parkinson's.
     
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    ooooh I'm pleased you're getting that Sheldon, my father had PD, and didn't get any PT at all. How far has your PD progressed?
     
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    While I was there once I saw them working on a lady with balance problems. Hopefully they'll be able to help you @Sheldon Scott.

    I never saw that woman again but that doesn't mean anything, I seldom see the same people.
     
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    I remember, after my rotator cuff surgery here, I was at PT and, no matter what the therapist did, this lady was crying. Crying so much, the therapist stopped and had her go home. A few high-pitched yells came out of her as well. I did ask my therapist about the lady and he told me that she had had a pretty serious injury that required surgery. Sure hopes the lady is better now.
     
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    Ive never seen anyone cry in PT....but I can imagine PT after surgery is a lot more painful than what I was getting treated for...a frozen arm/shoulder.

    Now they're just working on my back in general and I have a feeling that after I finish up these therapies (about 3 more) I'm done. I don't have an appt til Jan. 24 anyway since I'll be at my daughter's babysitting. I asked for a printout of the stuff I can do at her house....just have to commit and do it.

    I doubt insurance will pay for anymore. Kind of using them as a gym now. I start out on the bike to get my heart rate up.

    In the back where they have all their equipment I see people doing very hardcore stuff...I think these must be personal trainers and their clients. It looks like army boot camp and I do see some older women sometimes...impressive.

    These people are very fit and what they do makes me hurt just watching them.
     
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