Hi all,
Wanted to ask your advice on what to do or where to seek treatment for a sharp, constant pain on the left side of my neck. This pain started around October 5 and at first could be controlled by Advil.
I believe that the pain was caused by my visit (first time ever) to a chiropractor. I went to 3 sessions. On the last session on Sept 26, I had a headache after treatment and then 5 days later experienced the sharp constant pain on the left side of my neck.
I attempted to swim through the pain and just take Advil. However, one week later, the pain is so intense that I now cannot swim at all. As of yesterday, my shoulder and left arm are numb. It hurts to inhale deeply on land or in the water.
I've alerted the chiropractor (although I will not go in for another session!) and am making an appointment with my general doctor. Advil, Tylenol and Aleve no longer work.
Do you guys have other recommendations like:
See a Physical Therapist
Get deep tissue massages
Apply heat and/ or cold
Get X Ray
CAT Scan
Something else?
Sux to not swim! :cry: Any advice is greatly appreciated!
Former Member
Bill
Sure you did not know what you were getting into :lmao:.Yes one must say 'Registered Massage Therapist'
Yes massages sure can help. Apparently massages can really help swimmers due to the lactic acid buildup we get using so many different muscles. It has become part of my weekly routine and I love it.
Katie
Kristina - I have lumbar scoliosis and it is a mild version. I have it checked by regular xray every couple of years to make sure it is not progressing. Many adults have degnerative scoliosis which doesn't cause much of a problem to them. I do have back pain but I can mange with NSAIDs. Swimming doesn't bother it at all.
George, I can't complain! Your grandson is ADORABLE!! How awesome that he's already loving the water! :applaud:
Mirabella, the docs (at least mine) really seem to like swimming as a sport and think that it helps the spine. Thank goodness.
Mark, I will absolutely keep you posted. Had another good session today.
Hubby loved it b/c we got to eat Bfast at La Madeline (there's not one near us where we live.) He's all for my needing to go back for another adjustment next Saturday - that means another great breakfast for him.
Your wife was wonderful and she took a lot of time to explain to my husband what my situation is. As I mentioned, my mom is going to be seeing Dr. Sandy beginning next week as a new patient. You know me (that swimmer mentality), do what you're told. As my situation has improved so drastically, I'm all for doing what she says!
I'm so glad you are recovering nicely from your over-training bout. 4000 is awesome! I'm really wondering if my neck issue was a sign that I was over training. I'm thinking so. . .
I'm disappointed as next Sunday was to be my first USA S meet with the kids. The psych sheets came out and I stack up very nicely with the Senior girls. ARG! Oh well. There are plenty of more meets to come. :cry:
BUT, I'm just thrilled I feel normal again! :groovy::groovy:
Chiropracty has gained a new believer! Initial results are quite remarkable.
One really amazing result - ZERO headaches of any kind!
I'm no doctor, but scoliosis is serious stuff:
www.answers.com/.../scoliosis
Most grade schools screen for scoliosis at age 12, but it can emerge later in life.
(S)he-man,
Does it feel better today? Advil may help. I think it will resolve in no time and you will be back in action. What's the deal with the scoleosis? I had an X-ray of my back and it showed that as well, but in my case I think it was due to spasms so maybe no cause for concern for you either.
The whole spinal column is a crazy thing!!!!!
I feel awesome today. My chiro recommended no pain meds so that any pain I may have is not masked and we can determine if the chiropracty is working. I feel awesome. Not only that but I don't have my usual headaches either. It's a miracle. Range of motion is greatly improved (not 100% but much improved). Pain is almost all gone.
I'm familiar with scoliosis but it turns out my case if minor (lots of adults and children have a minor version). Health of my spine is great according to the docs. I've been told that there's nothing to be done for the scoliosis as it's too minor to warrant rods or other measures of fixing it. This assessment is from my chiro and MD. So, I'll go with that. For my lifestyle, I need to avoid high impact activity like running as that (over time) will worsen my situation. Basically, I can run on occasion but absolutely no running training.
I get to try an easy, short swim practice Mon or Tuesday. Emphasis on EZ. I had to promise that I'd get out asap if there's any pain.
:groovy::groovy:
Awesome:bouncing: Back in the pool already, yeah:applaud: Wait until you see how fast you'll be with the extra rest:groovy:
I'm on day 3 back after my over-training bout, just finished 4,000 and feel well rested.
Keep us posted...Personally, I don't get to hear any of the details, doctor-patient thingy:rolleyes:
All I heard was you were polite, eager to learn, willing to do anything to get better, and she thought she could help you:D
I feel awesome today. My chiro recommended no pain meds so that any pain I may have is not masked and we can determine if the chiropracty is working. I feel awesome. Not only that but I don't have my usual headaches either. It's a miracle. Range of motion is greatly improved (not 100% but much improved). Pain is almost all gone.
I'm familiar with scoliosis but it turns out my case if minor (lots of adults and children have a minor version). Health of my spine is great according to the docs. I've been told that there's nothing to be done for the scoliosis as it's too minor to warrant rods or other measures of fixing it. This assessment is from my chiro and MD. So, I'll go with that. For my lifestyle, I need to avoid high impact activity like running as that (over time) will worsen my situation. Basically, I can run on occasion but absolutely no running training.
I get to try an easy, short swim practice Mon or Tuesday. Emphasis on EZ. I had to promise that I'd get out asap if there's any pain.
:groovy::groovy:
