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Federal Heights, CO
February 1, 2019
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Members overwhelmingly agreed that physical therapy is a common and valuable part of managing chronic pain, with many sharing that their... Read more

Members overwhelmingly agreed that physical therapy is a common and valuable part of managing chronic pain, with many sharing that their doctors recommend it as a first-line treatment before other interventions like cortisone injections. Several members described specific benefits they've experienced, including reduced muscle cramping, improved mobility, better mental health from getting out of the house, and finding pool therapy especially helpful for low-impact movement. A recurring theme was the emotional challenge of adjusting to new physical limitations, whether that meant needing more time to prepare for appointments, relying on others for transportation, or managing weight gain from medications and reduced activity, but members encouraged each other to keep moving despite these struggles.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Yes. Pool therapy actually

February 2, 2019
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Thanks all for sharing. I know now to get ready to go anywhere takes an hour, for what used to take 5 minutes. I can't drive now too, so have to rely on my wife or learn to Uber. But it always feels good to get out.

February 6, 2019
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

My Doc wants me to do PT for back pain. I know it’s helpful - this will be my 2nd time going if/when I can fit it in. I also know that it doesn’t completely do away with the pain! Also going for xrays of back and feet! In Prep for Cortisone injections (which I’ve also done before). At least I have a Doc who is now after many, many years investigating my chronic pain!

February 6, 2019
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I went to PT yesterday again..was there for a long time..I really felt it helped..and I like getting out of the house too..it takes me a while to get going..but..I feel so much better once I do..mentally I don't feel so bad about myself..some things in my home and life make me want to run..lol..🤣😳👎at least it was beautiful out..😍👍🌈🌞

February 6, 2019
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Yes Michael..I do..I just started PT for lower back pain..have done it so so many times..😁🤣it seems like it is helping me a bit..this is usually the docs first way of dealing with pain..it is set up that way..

February 2, 2019

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