I had to get my narcotic painkillers filled again. I continue to do my assisted exercises daily. I was feeling so good I thought I would try the hack squat machine at the gym to really give my legs a workout. BAD CHOICE! I pinched a nerve in my neck that went through my shoulder. I was in pain for three days.
I attempted to sleep in my bed again, only to wake up at midnight in pain. I tried to fight it until 1:00 a.m., then finally got up and took pain medication. I am sure it was a combination of the forearm curls I did the other night, riding in the car, and sleeping on a hard mattress.
Things that aggravate my shoulder: the mouse on my computer, leaning over to file or do my stir the pot exercise, walking and/or running long distances, movie theatre seats, the seat belt while riding in a car (it runs right across my still sore incision), and sleeping without my fluffy pillow. Oh, and using it for ANYTHING!
I can honestly say I have more good days than bad days, as long as I don't overdo it at the gym or try using it for household chores at home. I realize I could live with the pain and be miserable, however, I would rather take a low dose narcotic than mega high doses of over the counter meds that just give me a rebound headache the next day.
At the end of my 10th week, I will be seeing the Athletic Trainer for the first time since my surgery. I can't wait to see what they say!
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