Last week I had two appointments that gave me two different answers. My knee surgeon on Monday said, yes, it probably was tendonitis in my surgical knee. Use a topical pain treatment. It will go away eventually.
My Physical Therapist on Friday said it was most likely nerve pain from my spine, which is also quite likely. I got new exercises to do, hoping they will help, because treating my back is much easier than getting rid of tendonitis.
Well, I was left with wondering what to do, so I am doing the exercises for my spine, and using the topical for tendonitis, and stopping the pregabilin for nerve pain because it may be affecting my balance, which is worse than ever.
Medicine is not an exact science.
What is certain is that Spring is progressing here on schedule, as tulips begin to fade and perennials and shrubs begin to bloom.
The first Perennial Bachelor Button, Centaura Montana
Today was house cleaning and laundry day. I spent a good part of the morning undecorating and packing up all of the Easter/Spring decorations. It's nice to have the flowers.
You're fighter to keep on trying to get back to normal when it comes to mobility.
ReplyDeleteHope the new treatments work! Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteDoctors are just practicing medicine. No fun to have different opinions. I hope someone figures it out! Your flowers sure say Spring!
ReplyDeleteI am hoping all this will help you heal and get your life back, especially that balance issue. You are definitely determined!
ReplyDeleteIt is difficult when you have two diagnosis! But I hope you ‘ll manage and get well soon.
ReplyDeleteMy Colombines are not blooming yet, but soon. I love all you flowers very nice.
Well, even with mixed messages, I hope the exercises and topical pain relief will help with the balance issues.
ReplyDeleteLoving the colours in your gardens, thanks for sharing!
There's a reason they call it "practicing" medicine. Hope the exercises work! Lovely flowers as usual. I often find names for my array of flowers by following your blog!
ReplyDeleteI love both of those Amaryllis! My saxifrage somehow died out so I bought a new one which will hopefully thrive.
ReplyDeleteI am a believer in the body's ability to heal itself, given what it needs or what needs to be taken away. I wish you the best in finding answers and getting back on track. Your flowers are inspiring!
ReplyDeleteYes, those flowers are so pretty. Your condition is disheartening, I know, but at least, you're not bedridden like David.
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