Hi MrsD,

I am just changing over to an aluminium stick with an ergonomically designed handle now my weight has come down below the manufacturer's limit. It is much lighter and easier to use than my antique carved wooden African stick. I just - stupidly - get lulled into a sense of false security indoors and think I can do without. Many times, like these last two damaging falls, nothing would have made a difference, I would even have flattened a Walker.

I have no PT planned, they write me off as a 'Lost Cause' as they cannot butcher me. My PM Team may be able to offer something more, maybe another round of acupuncture. I am wary of traditional Physios after I had one at my local Clinic try to manipulate fused vertebrae in my lower back.

At the moment the plan is to keep taking the pain killers and muddle through til my PM appt next month.

Dave.

Hi Dave,

Just checking in on you.
I see you have lots of visitors here!

I see your exchange with mrsD on walking aids. I often use an aluminum crutch, the type which has a "C" shaped ring which goes around my bicep area. It's very stabilizing for me. I have never found canes or walking sticks very stabilizing. Just my own very humble opinion, of course.

I'd read, in another thread, mention of your German Shepherd. I hope your dog keeps you company as you continue to heal. I am a huge fan of this breed and have raised a few. I have trained one to "Service Animal" level, but that's a different story for a different time.

Your value? Truly Priceless.
Nice to see you writing here again.

Take extra special care, 'cause we care and you are an important part of the NT family.

To Our Healing,
DejaVu

Hi Dave

Glad to see you're improving and to keep reading your input.
I realise you can't exercise at present but you probably remember my mentioning previously about Tai Chi being of benefit to wheelchair bound people. Thought I'd find a couple of links you could peruse while you're resting to maybe see if it's something that might suit you in the future. I've put comments in regarding how I think these compare to traditional Tai Chi.

http://www.disabledsportsusa.org/tai-chi/
This is a basic adaptive style - it has a good explanation and the focus on breathing is included. You may find some of the arm positions awkward with your injuries but they could be further simplified to suit.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmaHCKynnEg
This is a video of seated Tai Chi - the tutor's instruction style is easy to follow. This may be suitable for what I previously mentioned about just imagining doing the movements in your mind (without actually the physical actions). It'd be suitable to start with and then with practice you could do the same with more advanced forms. There are other videos on youtube.

Congratulations on the awesome weight loss - your determination to stick at this, in spite of setbacks, is an inspiration to those of us still struggling.

Bluesfan

P.S. Another day, a new toss of the coin, and it's a completely different game - and who said test cricket was boring?

OT
Please excuse my strange sense of humour but......

It's never boring is it. I really did have to laugh out loud reading the press here.

They said groundkeepers were out there with UV light drying out the pitch?

They said they were using confiscated "cannabis lamps" given to the groundstaff by the local constabulary.

Hi Dave,

I'm so sorry that you fell.

I'm sending you lots of healing vibes for a quick recovery.

I was checking out other sections during lunch and thought, engrish dave, poor fellow.

Egad, where are my glasses?!?

Not English Dave?!??!

Dave, rest up buddy. Queue up some Spring 1990 Grateful Dead after medicating and enjoy. 🌞

On a more serious note, I hope you take it easy until that appointment and that you receive the treatment you deserve


Be well,

Jon

Hi DejaVu,

The clip/banded sticks are more stabilizing, but with my Hypersensitivity I cannot bear anything pressing on my arms - my sleeves burn like H…

My dear GSD was spoken of in the past tense, I lost her a number of years ago, although she originally belonged to my Ex, I took her in and we bonded closely. My Avatar is my late, giant Bull Mastiff we rescued from starvation and neglect, then lost to Cancer all too young. 160lbs of love when he passed, he used to help me stand up from the chair.

Now my doggy fix is provided by my daughter's Collie - he is the only living being I can bear touching me and he understands my pain and illnesses.

Dave.

Hi bluesfan,

Up until my fall I had started watching some Tai Chi videos and incorporating thoughts of the movements in my mind during my Meditative Hour. It is difficult to master, but I will study these new Links, thank you.

I am unable to do even simple Meditation because of the pain now, but Breathing Techniques kept me from having dozens of Panic Attacks when strapped down - and in the MRI machine.

Dave.

I reserve comment on the Match until it is over - Snatching defeat from the Jaws of Victory, you know…

As for confiscated cannabis lamps - in an enlightened Country they would be put to their original use for the benefit of pain sufferers, not sportsmen - although that is valid if the result is positive

Dave.

Hi Dave,
I apologize for my misunderstanding.
Sounds like you have had some great dogs!
So glad you have a healing relationship with the collie now!

I hope you are recovering from recent injuries with each passing day!

Warmly,
DejaVu