rmschaver wrote:
"I just started Myofascial release therapy today and the relief I got brought me to tears. I have not felt so much improvement so quickly. I am still having difficulty realizing I really am feeling this good with no narcotics."
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Bravo, rmschaver!
So glad to hear that you are enjoying some pain relief through myofascial release.
What good news. Enjoy.

"I just started Myofascial release therapy today and the relief I got brought me to tears. I have not felt so much improvement so quickly. I am still having difficulty realizing I really am feeling this good with no narcotics."


This is great news!I think that is why my pain level was not really the highest in the headache area because I have been going to physical therapy with myofascial therapy while in the unknow phase of conditions.

I also get infrared put on trigger points of my head and neck at physical therapy...I can say that these things probably stopped me from going to narcotics for pain.

I still get headaches but they seem to be more under control.

Wish you the best!

You are most welcome! Sounds like you are in good hands! However, I'll add that a warning which I got from a web page on TBI/PCS suggests that we should take care obtaining cognitive therapy. The warning suggested that a therapist who is not familiar with PCS treatment may inadvertently cause more damage. For that reason I have been slow to proceed down that path, but in time I will.

Jamie

Dude

I am waiting still to get the orders to start the neurocognitive therapy. I am trying my hardest to keep positive. I get so frustrated because I find myself not able to do ANYTHING I could do before....and no one can understand this ROLLER COASTER I am on....I am starting to understand it little at a time thanks to this site.

I have people that are on rush rush status when I'm talking and then I hang up the phone or walk away....and realize after I calm down what the other things I forgot to ask or needed.....so I give up!....this only happens when dealing with everyone in life except the last 4 doctors!

My family tends to interrupt me and the whole thought process goes out the door....and then I am angry! I HATE this ROLLER COASTER WITH NO CONTROL!!!!

Mia,


I just saw your reply to my request for more information. You said

"The neurological symptoms can be broken down to:

memory
head aches
dizziness
vision
motor control
speech/word finding
rigid thinking and repetitive thoughts
behavioral outbursts

***I am experiencing all the above***But since finding out I have PCS^^^^^^These symptoms have got real bad in a week!I NEED TO KNOW IF THIS IS NORMAL IN HEALING SELF PROCESS***OR IF ANYONE HAS ANY FEEDBACK ON THIS***

The Mannatech I am taking is the OSP Optimal Support Packets Dietary supplement
***I AM LOCATED IN THE USA***I AM SUPER PARANOID SINCE I HAVE LEGAL SITUATION***CAN'T NAME SPECIFIC LOCATION"

The symptoms you are experiencing are all common PCS symptoms. You sudden increase in symptoms is likely due to a few common causes. The week of excessive audio stimulation is extremely stressing on the brain. This has fatigued an already weak and sensitive brain. Learning about your symptoms being due to PCS appears to have added additional stress to your life. Stress is by far the worst thing you can do to a brain with PCS. The stress hormones and neurotoxins released are counter to good brain function.

The additional stresses you have in your life just add to this stress load. I can understand how you need location privacy for the security of yourself and child. Knowing basic location info helps us understand the possible health care systems available.

The most important concept for you to understand is simple. Nobody can predict your future regarding your PCS. How you can moderate stress in your life will have the biggest impact on any possible recovery. Understanding that your current symptoms are real and not a sign of craziness can be a first step toward lowering this stress level. The second important concept for you to understand is that quiet rest is very important to your recovery. Plenty here can explain quiet rest.

Your dizziness and vision symptoms are the most likely symptoms to respond to treatment by a professional. Sensitivity to light will require slow healing and use of sun glasses and hats to protect from strong light. A vestibular assessment will be good plus an exam by a neuro-ophthalmologist for the vision issues. Many have had good results with both treatment modalities.

By observing your posts, it is obvious you need help reducing your emotional stress levels. This will be your toughest challenge but the challenge with the biggest payback.

My best to you.