I finally had my MRI today on my back. Turns out I have two torn discs in my back. L4-L5 and L5-S1.
For right now I am going to continue physical therapy for the next 6 weeks and then return to the doctor on March 16 for follow-up. The doctor will measure my improvement then and based on my results, there might be a shot of Cortisone. Then, probably more physical therapy and another check-in.
We are just trying to avoid surgery at this point.
4 comments:
Feel better! I have a similar situation so I completely understand the ouch!
Ohhhhh, take care of yourself!! I'll be sending good vibes your way!
Ouch is right! Man-o-man Emily, I hope that you get to felling better. Speaking as your personal nurse (not like your mommy is not your personal nurse) try to avoid surgery if at all possible.
my mom has had a few back surgeries on torn discs and they always make her feel much better than before . . . but have a LONG recovery. hope you feel better soon. invest in a hot tub! lol
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