That title makes it sound as if I’ve had a ton of adventures
and am winding down. Not. Even. Close. I’ve done nothing since Friday except
rest and relax. If I push too hard, the muscles rebel, and I’m in agony again.
So, I decided to just not move too much. I’m not better, but I’m certainly not
worse. I promised my husband that if this pain continues, I’ll see the doctor,
but I hate the thought of it.
Seriously, what can he do? I know he’ll say that I must
rest. I am. I need to take IB or another NSAID. I am. He might suggest pain
meds. I won’t take them because 1) they make me woozy, and 2) I don’t want
addiction added to my list of woes. He may want x-rays or MRI. That’s too
difficult for me right now. So, I’ll continue to do as I have been. I haven’t
even gotten dressed after my painful shower. I just wear robes – they’re easier
to get into than slacks and a top. Today, I may try Aspercreme, but there’s no
research to show this medicine can be helpful. I’ll also try the ice routine, but
no heat. I still think time will heal it, but I get impatient.
I also began my research on new places to live. Doing it
online isn’t that helpful. I can see floor plans, but I think I need to visit
these places in person. I want a place with two bedrooms and two baths, so that’s
my starting point. A high rise wouldn’t be good. What if the power went out,
and I couldn’t do the steps? Independent retirement communities with continuing
care can be quite pricey. I also need a walk-in/roll-in shower. Odd that they’re
so rare. So, I’ll continue my search, and then maybe my husband can scope them
out before I do. This is getting to be a chore!
I need to move into a more comfortable position, so I won’t
stay on here much longer. Hopefully, I’ll
see some improvement by tomorrow.
Peace,
Muff
If I **had to** move, I might look to Henderson, Nevada. Compared to home prices in LA, they're amazingly LOW, everything is pretty flat so ADA shouldn't be a problem, its of A/C being a desert, plus Vegas has a Chinatown and a Ten Ren for good tea, and I have friends at least in the area. Big and flat means shower reconstruction should be straightforward, and since cashing in my LA home means being able to get two or three homes for cash, that's not gonna be a problem. But we ain't moving, yet. Being that I spend most of my time in bed or looking at my back garden, my brother and his kids are 3,000 miles away on the other coast, so locale isn't a problem. Yet.
ReplyDeleteWell, Vegas certainly isn't an option for us!! Sounds ideal, though. I'm sure there are places around that will meet our needs -- I just haven't found them yet!
DeleteI think it is amazing how hard to come by accessible housing can be. With the aging boomer generation, one would think there is business opportunity here.
ReplyDeleteYou're absolutely right -- this could be a gold mine for someone. Funny, but even at my sister-in-law's retirement home, there are two bathtubs, but no roll/walk-in showers. I guess I may be in the minority with this. When I find accessible places, they're either nursing homes or low-income housing. Grrrrr
DeleteSounds really painful, muscle spasms are the worst...I think they can give you a medication that might help relax the muscle. Keep resting! I shudder to think about moving but someday we will have too when I can no longer mow the lawn or move the snow:(
ReplyDeleteWell, spasms are one thing -- I've had them -- and they're like a cramping sensation. Very painful, too. The ones I've been getting are like sprains -- think twisted ankle. Painful, but steady.
DeleteIf you don't have to move, don't! If I could avoid it, I would.
Responding to your last post and this one. I have been having horrible muscle spasms Muff. Rib cage being the worst area affected (MS hug). My doc put me on Methocarbamol 500 mg, Ibuprofen 200 mg, a muscle relaxer and an NSAID. It's sold "over the counter" here, as Robax Platinum. It doesn't make me woozy at all, and helps a bit. I am also taking Epsom salts baths. The magnesium in the epsom helps relieve muscle spasms. My dietician also suggested that I eat pumpkin seeds and avocado, both high in magnesium.
ReplyDeleteIt was also suggested that I continue to keep moving. Nothing strenuous of course, but enough activity to keep my muscles from atrophying. I practice modified yoga.
Gosh, I'm sorry that you feel you have to move. Can't you get your home modified? In the long run, it may be more economical, and surely much more comfortable.
We are panning on looking into some modifications for our house, when we get back from holidays.
I have a new dress code, leggings and tunics. No buttons or zippers, easy on, easy off.
Best of luck with it all Muff. {hugs}
When I had muscle spasms, they were like a cramping sensation. I've had the MS hug, too. This is different. Think about twisting your ankle -- it's that kind of pain. Resting helps it, but when I move a certain way (shower, dressing, sitting or walking wrong,) the pain shoots through me. I couldn't think about sitting in a tub -- I'd never get out!! I may try the magnesium route, though.
DeleteWe can't really adapt this house to our needs. I've thought about it, and we even had a contractor come and look at necessary changes. In the end, I need something small and easy to move around in. I hate it, but that's the way it is, and I'm resigned to it.
Thanks for all the input -- I really appreciate it. Enjoy your vacay!
I read Karen's comment, she gave you some good advice!!!
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