AMA!

"Steve in Manhattan" (blogenfreude01) 07/31/2017 at 13:52 • Filed to: None

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Threw my back out and can’t move off of the couch! Pain meds are nowhere to be found! Inspector Yoda is guarding me but can’t be bothered to make coffee! AMA, and use lots of exclamation points!!! And question marks !!!(?)!!!

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 13:53

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How’d you do that?

(I’ve been there.)

Steve in Manhattan > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 07/31/2017 at 13:59

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Had a really bad horseback riding accident back in the 90s, but I don’t think that’s it. I honestly think it’s a pulled muscle that I’ve pulled before while taking a misstep - also a while ago. Steps are out of the question, but we live on one floor, so there’s that. Every time I pull it it’s worse, so this morning featured me making lots of noise and crawling to the bathroom.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 14:03

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Mine is muscle related as well (hip flexors/soaz). Had to get steroids and muscle relaxers the last time. Trying to get better about stretching regularly.

Sovande > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 14:09

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I remember when I would hear people say “I threw my back out” and I would immediately think them to be full of it. Until I reached for the shampoo one morning and had to lie in bed for the next couple of days and crawl to the bathroom.

Hope it is better soon. That’s the worst.

Funktheduck > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 14:31

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Have you tried drinking hard liquor?

Wacko > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 14:38

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Trevor Slattery, ACTOR > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 07/31/2017 at 14:52

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My back went out so bad one time I had to CRAWL into the house from the car.

diplodicus > Wacko 07/31/2017 at 15:25

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Just don’t eat the whole gummy bear. Trust me.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Trevor Slattery, ACTOR 07/31/2017 at 15:42

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Ugh. That sucks. I’ve been nearly immobile before - the worst part for me is knowing that the slightest wrong move in the wrong direction could result in terrible pain.

Doing some stretches in my chair at work now...

Steve in Manhattan > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 07/31/2017 at 15:44

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Been to the doctor enough this year ... I probably should get this checked if it doesn’t clear soon, but I’m stubborn that way.

Steve in Manhattan > Trevor Slattery, ACTOR 07/31/2017 at 15:45

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Ouch ...

Steve in Manhattan > Funktheduck 07/31/2017 at 15:45

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Yes - and it never ends well.

Steve in Manhattan > Sovande 07/31/2017 at 15:48

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I kn0w - it’s not as if you’re trying to throw a javelin (let’s have at least one automotive reference) - it’s some dumb little thing you attempt and suddenly .... “Well, yes, doctor, I hurt myself rearranging my spice rack ....” Ugh - sounds dumb.

Funktheduck > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 15:50

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I have a friend that says drinking a drink or two helps when she gets migraines. Looses things up or something. I’ve tried it when I get a headache from a knot in my neck but I don’t notice much help if any

Steve in Manhattan > Wacko 07/31/2017 at 15:50

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It’s not legal here yet, and Gov Cuomo is being a dick about it. He’s essentially a Republican in Dem clothing supporting a system that gives the GOP control of state government because of ... reasons. Still, I hold out hope.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 15:51

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Not worth suffering if it’s not better very soon.

Steve in Manhattan > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 07/31/2017 at 15:56

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Hate to hear that ... you obviously have issues daily that I have rarely.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 16:15

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I have tightness in my lower back/upper glutes that builds up over time (made worse by too much sitting at work and home), but have only had a few instances over several years of really bad pain where I’ve had to get help.

Trevor Slattery, ACTOR > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 16:58

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Yeah, my dog was totally confused.

“Hey Dad! You’re back...why are you down here where I am?”

Steve in Manhattan > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 07/31/2017 at 18:46

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This is sort of putting your foot down a bit too soon, then pain in my lower back when it drops the rest of the way. I’ll be fine.

Steve in Manhattan > Trevor Slattery, ACTOR 07/31/2017 at 18:59

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The cats are pretty cool no matter where I am, but if I make a sudden move they worry. I should try not to fall down.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 21:06

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Ah, good.

6Spaz6 > Steve in Manhattan 07/31/2017 at 21:38

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For 24 hours. Then Heat after.

pip bip - choose Corrour > Steve in Manhattan 08/01/2017 at 08:56

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do some stretches, it works wonders for my back

Jayvincent > Steve in Manhattan 08/02/2017 at 20:07

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I feel your pain... or at least I have. What works for me is ice. Typically those sandwich sized freezer packs, but anything icy cold. put under/behind your back and move it every couple of minutes from muscle group to group. After 20 minutes and 4-5 repositionings, I’m usually able to move about the cabin as long as there is no sudden turbulence. Or you can get the muscle relaxants. You should definitely give them a try, but they may leave you so rubber-legged and uncoordinated that you will be unable to move confidently about the cabin, even though your back doesn’t hurt. Hope you are back to vertical and fully functioning soon!

Steve in Manhattan > Jayvincent 08/02/2017 at 22:54

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Thanks for that ... it’s been worse in the morning, so tomorrow we’ll see.

Rusty Vandura - www.tinyurl.com/keepoppo > Steve in Manhattan 08/12/2017 at 01:19

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Steve in Manhattan > Rusty Vandura - www.tinyurl.com/keepoppo 08/12/2017 at 01:58

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Pretty sure ours have ordered shit when we were asleep. It’s dangerous having a card hooked to Amazon Prime ....

Rusty Vandura - www.tinyurl.com/keepoppo > Steve in Manhattan 08/12/2017 at 07:29

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Do you think cats watch cat videos on YouTube at night while we sleep? Do they think other cats are dumbasses when they freak out about a cucumber?