Hello Kate,

Karen's article is so excellant. You need to check with your doctor about PT while you are waiting on your block. If the pain is too bad ask about water therapy. I got a script from my PM doc and I took it to my area YMCA. They have a relationship with a local hospital and the PT person taught me exercises to keep my limbs and joints moving. It is sooooo true use it or loose it. I ended up joining the Y and I go 2 or 3 times a week. In addition to the exercise it forces me to get out of the house and I have made some great friends.
Take care,
Sherrie