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In article , George Parton
wrote: Luna, I am surprised at the bias in the responses to your post. It reminds me of the reactions when low fat supporters happen to venture onto this NG. A chiropractor can adjust your neck on the first visit to relieve your discomfort and will likely ask you to return periodically. It is your choice. What makes me suspicious of chiropractors are the claims that it can cure just about everything. You're depressed? It's because your spine is out of alignment! Got cancer? It's because of your spine! That kind of crap. I also remember reading the results of a study saying that chiropractors weren't any more effective than massage therapists. I've been to a massage therapist before, and while it is relaxing, if I have a real injury in my neck I don't think rubbing and squeezing it would be a good idea. An osteopathic doctor may also adjust you to get relief from the pain but can prescribe medicines if he/she sees fit and will likely ask you to return periodically. Well, at least they're real doctors. The only medical professional that is not likely to get you any immediate relief other than chemicals to mask the pain is a M.D. You can bet they will ask you to return periodically! I used to have a GP, before she retired. She wanted me to come once a year for check-ups, or when I was really sick. She was ear, nose and throat though. Also, you will probably find that the chiropractor is quite supportive of your eating preference. Many chiropractors recommend low-carb to their patients. As a group they seem to be more open minded than other medical professionals. George That doesn't reassure me. The term open-minded has a negative connotation for me, but I appreciate your giving your side to the story too, thanks. Luna wrote: Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain. It could be I aggravated an old injury that could be from several causes. I've hurt my neck so many times from things like that basketball and a car wreck, and repetitive stress from various uncomfortable chairs, stools, etc at different jobs. I'm not sure if it is just stiff and kinked and it needs to be worked out, or if it's really injured and needs to be left alone and possibly immobilized. I do know that without insurance it would cost way too much to go to a chiropractor. So my plan was to sleep on it and see if that helped (didn't) and next is to try to work it out a bit under the shower massager, and get one of those pain patches, some IcyHot, and some Motrin. If none of that works, I have some rich relatives I could maybe borrow money from to go to a chiropractor. If anyone has any other suggestions in the meantime, bring 'em on! -- Michelle Levin http://www.mindspring.com/~lunachick I have only 3 flaws. My first flaw is thinking that I only have 3 flaws. |
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In article , George Parton
wrote: Luna, I am surprised at the bias in the responses to your post. It reminds me of the reactions when low fat supporters happen to venture onto this NG. A chiropractor can adjust your neck on the first visit to relieve your discomfort and will likely ask you to return periodically. It is your choice. What makes me suspicious of chiropractors are the claims that it can cure just about everything. You're depressed? It's because your spine is out of alignment! Got cancer? It's because of your spine! That kind of crap. I also remember reading the results of a study saying that chiropractors weren't any more effective than massage therapists. I've been to a massage therapist before, and while it is relaxing, if I have a real injury in my neck I don't think rubbing and squeezing it would be a good idea. An osteopathic doctor may also adjust you to get relief from the pain but can prescribe medicines if he/she sees fit and will likely ask you to return periodically. Well, at least they're real doctors. The only medical professional that is not likely to get you any immediate relief other than chemicals to mask the pain is a M.D. You can bet they will ask you to return periodically! I used to have a GP, before she retired. She wanted me to come once a year for check-ups, or when I was really sick. She was ear, nose and throat though. Also, you will probably find that the chiropractor is quite supportive of your eating preference. Many chiropractors recommend low-carb to their patients. As a group they seem to be more open minded than other medical professionals. George That doesn't reassure me. The term open-minded has a negative connotation for me, but I appreciate your giving your side to the story too, thanks. Luna wrote: Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain. It could be I aggravated an old injury that could be from several causes. I've hurt my neck so many times from things like that basketball and a car wreck, and repetitive stress from various uncomfortable chairs, stools, etc at different jobs. I'm not sure if it is just stiff and kinked and it needs to be worked out, or if it's really injured and needs to be left alone and possibly immobilized. I do know that without insurance it would cost way too much to go to a chiropractor. So my plan was to sleep on it and see if that helped (didn't) and next is to try to work it out a bit under the shower massager, and get one of those pain patches, some IcyHot, and some Motrin. If none of that works, I have some rich relatives I could maybe borrow money from to go to a chiropractor. If anyone has any other suggestions in the meantime, bring 'em on! -- Michelle Levin http://www.mindspring.com/~lunachick I have only 3 flaws. My first flaw is thinking that I only have 3 flaws. |
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Luna,
I've had similar things happen to me before, and here is what works (for me, anyway). I'm hoping you have a massager, most people seem to have one type of one in their households these days. Anyhow, let it vibrate on your neck for a few minutes, slowly moving it up and down and around both sides of your neck. After about 3 to 5 minutes, stop it. Then slowly stretch your neck in every direction. Turn your head slowly to the one side as far as possible, then slowly to the other side, etc. That should help with the mobility a lot. If you still have a lack of mobility, try repeating it. Good luck! -- Spring LC since 1/1/04 260/208/170 http://f2.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/spr...=/55b8&.src=ph Size: 24W / 14 / 10 flaws. |
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Luna,
I've had similar things happen to me before, and here is what works (for me, anyway). I'm hoping you have a massager, most people seem to have one type of one in their households these days. Anyhow, let it vibrate on your neck for a few minutes, slowly moving it up and down and around both sides of your neck. After about 3 to 5 minutes, stop it. Then slowly stretch your neck in every direction. Turn your head slowly to the one side as far as possible, then slowly to the other side, etc. That should help with the mobility a lot. If you still have a lack of mobility, try repeating it. Good luck! -- Spring LC since 1/1/04 260/208/170 http://f2.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/spr...=/55b8&.src=ph Size: 24W / 14 / 10 flaws. |
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In article ,
says... Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain. You sound like me -- we don't get hurt like OTHER people do :-) It DOES sound like something that's flared up as opposed to a new injury. I hope you feel better soon. Ice or cold packs would probably help. -- Saffire 205/149/125 - 5'1.5" Atkins since 6/14/03 Progress photo: http://photos.yahoo.com/saffire333 |
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In article ,
says... Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain. You sound like me -- we don't get hurt like OTHER people do :-) It DOES sound like something that's flared up as opposed to a new injury. I hope you feel better soon. Ice or cold packs would probably help. -- Saffire 205/149/125 - 5'1.5" Atkins since 6/14/03 Progress photo: http://photos.yahoo.com/saffire333 |
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Hi Luna,
I'd apply ice to it. It can make a hell of a diff. It happened to me before, got extreme neck pain from incident. I called my Dr, he said ICE it. I applied ICE to it for about 2 hours (off/on). Next day it was gone. J. "Luna" wrote in message ... Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain. It could be I aggravated an old injury that could be from several causes. I've hurt my neck so many times from things like that basketball and a car wreck, and repetitive stress from various uncomfortable chairs, stools, etc at different jobs. I'm not sure if it is just stiff and kinked and it needs to be worked out, or if it's really injured and needs to be left alone and possibly immobilized. I do know that without insurance it would cost way too much to go to a chiropractor. So my plan was to sleep on it and see if that helped (didn't) and next is to try to work it out a bit under the shower massager, and get one of those pain patches, some IcyHot, and some Motrin. If none of that works, I have some rich relatives I could maybe borrow money from to go to a chiropractor. If anyone has any other suggestions in the meantime, bring 'em on! -- Michelle Levin http://www.mindspring.com/~lunachick I have only 3 flaws. My first flaw is thinking that I only have 3 flaws. |
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Hi Luna,
I'd apply ice to it. It can make a hell of a diff. It happened to me before, got extreme neck pain from incident. I called my Dr, he said ICE it. I applied ICE to it for about 2 hours (off/on). Next day it was gone. J. "Luna" wrote in message ... Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain. It could be I aggravated an old injury that could be from several causes. I've hurt my neck so many times from things like that basketball and a car wreck, and repetitive stress from various uncomfortable chairs, stools, etc at different jobs. I'm not sure if it is just stiff and kinked and it needs to be worked out, or if it's really injured and needs to be left alone and possibly immobilized. I do know that without insurance it would cost way too much to go to a chiropractor. So my plan was to sleep on it and see if that helped (didn't) and next is to try to work it out a bit under the shower massager, and get one of those pain patches, some IcyHot, and some Motrin. If none of that works, I have some rich relatives I could maybe borrow money from to go to a chiropractor. If anyone has any other suggestions in the meantime, bring 'em on! -- Michelle Levin http://www.mindspring.com/~lunachick I have only 3 flaws. My first flaw is thinking that I only have 3 flaws. |
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Subject: OT Now I really hurt myself
From: Luna Date: 9/15/04 6:52 PM Eastern Daylight Time Message-id: In article , George Parton wrote: Luna, I am surprised at the bias in the responses to your post. It reminds me of the reactions when low fat supporters happen to venture onto this NG. A chiropractor can adjust your neck on the first visit to relieve your discomfort and will likely ask you to return periodically. It is your choice. What makes me suspicious of chiropractors are the claims that it can cure just about everything. You're depressed? It's because your spine is out of alignment! Got cancer? It's because of your spine! That kind of crap. I also remember reading the results of a study saying that chiropractors weren't any more effective than massage therapists. snip Reminds me of an Eddie Izzard skit...Got a skin rash, we're gonna crack yer bones, have a lung infection, we're gonna crack yer bones....imagine a 'chiropractor' with his foot pressing on the base of your spine with his hands pulling your head and neck back... I will not say it more than twice: chiropractors are basically scam artists, and in all the responses you receive, the one or two you read that reflect them in a positive light ARE those chimp doctors themselves. If I were you, chickadee, I would seriously see a GP and go from there. -- DJ |
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