I haven't updated in a while about the pain I've been having in my back so I thought I'd share.
I was finally able to get in to see a spine specialist after having an MRI last month. When I was there I got an x-ray and the doctor went over both with me. He said my fractured L3 had healed but I had also suffered a torn disc under my L5. This disc injury is what has been causing the soreness and sharp pains I experience! I finally had an answer and felt truly relieved. I was so worried I'd need some kind of surgery on my back but luckily all I need is some Physical Therapy.
The images of my back were kind of crazy. He showed me what a normal, health disc looks like- puffy and white. My injured disc- colorless and completely flat! So crazy that this was the culprit the whole time. I really wish it was noticed sooner so I could have worked on it and feel better already.
I've started to do some yoga to help stretch my lower back and relieve some pressure while building core and back muscles. I've only been doing it for a couple days but it already seemed to have helped a bit! Actually, I should probably go do some right now.
Peace. Love. Fuck cancer.
Ashley
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