Apparently, I’ve got spondylolisthesis, meaning that a disk in my spine has slipped out of place (to a rather extensive degree, according to my doctor; it was a relief, at least, to have a professional tell me I wasn’t just being pathetic).
It fucking sucks. I’m laying in my bed now and I cannot describe to you the ways my back pieces currently feel like they are moving, except to say that the sensation is pervasive and unpleasant. Before I went to the doctor, I spent eleven days barely able to stand. I only left my bed to use the restroom and even that was an iffy prospect.
It’s unclear if this makes it better or worse, but the most likely cause for this that has been put forth so far is hilarious … And embarrassing.
Anyway, I’ve been enjoying this debilitating situation for a few months now and the next opportunity to potentially fix it is thirteen days from now. I wish it were today.
My first TENS unit just arrived in le mail. I just slapped them gel pads on my back like old buddies. Even if it only works as a counterirritant/distraction, I am here for it. I’ve only ever used one in a physical therapist’s clinic. This is the day, my pain brothers. This is the day.
my wife uses tens to and feels it helps.
Plus now you’re prepared for the kink communities!
I am? I don’t think I want to know any more about those particular communities, but thank you for the encouragement. I figured out how to use the TENS, exactly according to the manual and in a dull fashion. {As Is Tradition.}
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