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100 Days to Pain Free Challenge
In 2016, I experienced sharp pain in my left hip, a tingling sensation down my left leg, and severe lower back pain. It was so painful everyday activities that we all take for granted; sleeping, getting off the bed, putting shoes on, getting into and out of a car, sitting, standing in one spot, etc., was too painful to bear. An X-ray and MRI showed I had herniated discs, L4 and L5. My treatments included three epidural steroid injections, physical therapy, chiropractor, pelvic traction, gentle massage, ice and heat therapy, and electrical muscle stimulation. I recovered to about 65% - 75%, where I can perform daily functions with minimal pain. However, physical activities like lawn work had to be limited to 1.5 hours. Anything more required: Ibuprofen, Tylenol, and a back massage. I've always been physically active, and the idea of not being able to play basketball, ski/snowboard, and take care of my lawn was not something I was content with. With the specialist follow-up, I sugg...
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