Health Problems

Kajiimagi said:

Your local drug store sells heating pockets with holders that you can put on to have heat on the area all day. You mentioned a work conference. If that involves an airplane, put this on AFTER you go through the screening. I usually pop into a bathroom.
Whatever you do Don't let them operate.

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Sludig said:

My disc replacement was great have me my life back. He doesn't probably need but someone's it's worth the risk

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FWIW, its doing quite a bit better. Although sitting much of day was rough at times, it did give the back a chance to rest. Ended up picking up some Tylenol on the way home and that was a big help, haven't had any pain once i took some of those mid afternoon. Been a long time since I've taken Tylenol, i usually just stick with Advil. using the heating pad this evening has been nice as well, ill see how the next few days go if I want to pickup the heating pockets or not.

I'm thinking ill be ok once i give the back a few days to rest and relax; but this has definitely pushed me into getting back into the gym. I fell out of it during Covid and then after I moved into my new house, i lost the convenience of having the gym just a 2 min walk from my apt, but I really need to lose a bit of weight and get back into better shape.

Had trouble getting a CGM at a good price because MA law specifically bans some manufacturers coupons. Doctor first tried libre 3 and I'm not paying $250 a month so then he tried dexcom g7 and that went through. $30/month for those with insurance. Gonna give it a shot next week.

Any tips for those who use them?