Shinyitis Support Group

[NolaMel]

I don't always carry a bag, but when I do it's the bag that came with a DeWalt drill. The drill died long ago but the bag is black and yellow and really tough.

You and my hubs . He gets so excited when a new tool comes with a bag. Once the tool is gone, he fills the bags with boxes of drill or driver bits, boxes of nails and screws or other assorted parts . At least it keeps it all organized

 

[Ricky Vapes]

O

thanks unfortunately he passed away 2 weeks ago on Sunday and I’m having a tougher time with this little guy.

oh sorry to hear that I just saw that part of the post. I just saw the cute picture of the happy pup. My girlfriend passed away a year ago and my pup has become my best buddy. I’ve let my world become very small but seeing how much he loves me and depends on me helps me go on and take care of myself. My dog won’t even eat until I come home from work .

 

[NolaMel]

I totally get your worry. After going through that when you were younger, I can imagine the fear of going down that road again. Unfortunately all medicines have side effects, including Naprosyn, it's all a matter of finding a balance that works for you. For me, if it were my lower back that was as bad as my neck, I'd already have had the surgery. Even a bad outcome would leave me stuck in worse pain, but I could still move.

But there's spinal cord in your neck, and if that type of surgery goes wrong the consequences are well in excess of just pain. Having dealt with a medical disorder that had me essentially, but temporarily paralyzed for a month or so, the idea of that as permanent is totally unacceptable to me. I still have some minor residual problems from that bout, and that's coming up on two years now, so I'm assuming it's permanent. Fortunately it's not at all bad, just my right ankle, and I've learned to compensate without thought, but it was still a scary time. I'd rather have the pain. If it ever advances to actually squeezing the spinal cord itself than just the nerves shooting off, then I'll have no option, but hopefully that won't happen for a very long time.

Have you tried a TENS unit? I had my lower back ruptured discs fixed, but the thoracic discs they won’t operate on until I lose bowel/bladder function (sorry to be graphic). I know TENS doesn’t work for everyone, but it cuts my pain level back to tolerable.

 

[muth]

Okay I set up my Damn Freesia. I am going to need a couple more. Also, some replacement glass. I tried to insall "Honey" on like my computer but I met with much failure and now Microsoft is mad at me even though I did EXACTLY what they said. Dude.

I guess I could reset my password once again and THEN try but I need more of these tanks also replacement glass but I figure FT for that.

It is dreamy....

Anna

Sons a' beeches. I've been wanting a Fresia and MFS has them for $17.95 with Vapecrawler coupon but guess what? They won't ship to MA because of the ban. I can do Chinese vendor but it'll take longer. I thought to be an American meant to be free? Friggin' Nazi hypocrites. I don't want to hear any of this bleeding heart, "we're trying to protect" you crap. I know how to protect myself.

 

[stratus.vaping]

Have you tried a TENS unit? I had my lower back ruptured discs fixed, but the thoracic discs they won’t operate on until I lose bowel/bladder function (sorry to be graphic). I know TENS doesn’t work for everyone, but it cuts my pain level back to tolerable.

@chanelvaps +1 for a TENS. I've used one since I ruptured a disc when carrying a pine kitchen table 500m on my head. I know, I know.. young and thought I was Superman.

It's generally stable now after 35 years but when it decides to wake up out comes the TENS, blocks the pain and gives me a buzz.

You don't need to spend a fortune, there are several units available on Amazon and Fleabay for <£50 that work very well. PM me if more info needed.

 

[charlie1465]

Good morning shinies hope everyone is bright eyed and bushy tailed

Still awaiting shipping details on my Dot aio..... Excited

In other news I have a new thermometre coming today. The one I had was useless..... Kept suggesting I was hyperthermic Anyway spent some time money this time so I am expecting great things.

 

[DeloresRose]

O

oh sorry to hear that I just saw that part of the post. I just saw the cute picture of the happy pup. My girlfriend passed away a year ago and my pup has become my best buddy. I’ve let my world become very small but seeing how much he loves me and depends on me helps me go on and take care of myself. My dog won’t even eat until I come home from work .

So sorry for your loss. I lost my husband in ‘15, sounds like a long time but it sure doesn’t feel like it. My dogs are what keep me going.

Morning all.

 

[Letitia]

Sons a' beeches. I've been wanting a Fresia and MFS has them for $17.95 with Vapecrawler coupon but guess what? They won't ship to MA because of the ban. I can do Chinese vendor but it'll take longer. I thought to be an American meant to be free? Friggin' Nazi hypocrites. I don't want to hear any of this bleeding heart, "we're trying to protect" you crap. I know how to protect myself.

You have friends here Muth that can help with that.

 

[Letitia]

Good morning Shiny's
Rather brisk this morning at 36°. Broke out a heater for the bathroom last night and will likely get the living room one set up after work. Was hoping the colder weather would be a bit farther down the road.

 

[lupinehorror]

afternoon all.
decided to get rid of that annoying text on the cold steel 100. then embarked on tarnished light saber look

yeah. could be better but i like it

 

[Eskie]

Good morning shiners! Not much today other than some rewicking to do. And find some coffee like right now.

Have you tried a TENS unit? I had my lower back ruptured discs fixed, but the thoracic discs they won’t operate on until I lose bowel/bladder function (sorry to be graphic). I know TENS doesn’t work for everyone, but it cuts my pain level back to tolerable.

Tried that. No joy. Lidocaine patches too. No joy.

 

[Letitia]

afternoon all.
decided to get rid of that annoying text on the cold steel 100. then embarked on tarnished light saber look
View attachment 844397 View attachment 844399 View attachment 844401
yeah. could be better but i like it

I like the distressed look, adds interest and character. I think you did a fine job with it.

 

[DeloresRose]

Good morning shiners! Not much today other than some rewicking to do. And find some coffee like right now.



Tried that. No joy. Lidocaine patches too. No joy.

TENS works better for some things than others. Worked great for my neck, tensed/spastic muscles. I have reversed lordosis/cord impingement that causes muscle strain, which makes the reverse worse, vicious cycle. At the time I was having PT for intermittent arm paralysis. Very painful. Also did scores of ESIs and such. Those hurt, but nothing like the neck itself.

If not for this convo, I never would have guessed anything was wrong with you. You don’t let on. Me, I whine a bit. But all in all, I figure I’m more than halfway through my lifetime, and more than half of my parts work, so I’m doing pretty well! I’d hate to die with all my bits still functioning, what a waste.

 

[Eskie]

TENS works better for some things than others. Worked great for my neck, tensed/spastic muscles. I have reversed lordosis/cord impingement that causes muscle strain, which makes the reverse worse, vicious cycle. At the time I was having PT for intermittent arm paralysis. Very painful. Also did scores of ESIs and such. Those hurt, but nothing like the neck itself.

If not for this convo, I never would have guessed anything was wrong with you. You don’t let on. Me, I whine a bit. But all in all, I figure I’m more than halfway through my lifetime, and more than half of my parts work, so I’m doing pretty well! I’d hate to die with all my bits still functioning, what a waste.

Eh, I'm not a complainer. As I said, I just look at it as some problems I have, not that I'm sick. My doctors already know whenever they ask how I'm doing, I reply fine, which means no changes. The few times I went and said "I really feel sick" ended up with an ambulance and a stay in the ICU.

 

[muth]

Good morning shinies hope everyone is bright eyed and bushy tailed

Still awaiting shipping details on my Dot aio..... Excited

In other news I have a new thermometre coming today. The one I had was useless..... Kept suggesting I was hyperthermic Anyway spent some time money this time so I am expecting great things.

Looking forward to seeing watcha' got

 

[chanelvaps]

thanks for the feedback. I’m feeling a bit depressed today. The PT evaluator came today and I guess I just thought the recovery would be faster somehow. They’re saying just partial weight bearing from 4-8 weeks depending on the pins and bones attaching.

I can’t do a thing for myself. I need help for just about everything. I can’t even use my body weight to open or close a window or bend over to put the dog food bowl on the floor- really can’t even carry the bowl. So far the only “exercises” are 5 done in bed to keep my muscles from getting too week and not get a dvt.

View attachment 844367


ugh. Not only that but I got Levi’s ashes back today so all in all it just hasn’t been been a happy couple of weeks. But thanks for thinking of me & the good advice. I really do appreciate it.

RIP Levi .....
View attachment 844369
sara

so sorry for this hard time you are having. Things will look up, hang in there

 

[Rob B.]

Good morning Shiny's!

It was supposed to come Tuesday 10/15. Checked the tracking....and

 

[Tralfaz]

Happy snowy Saturday, all <3

Not only does Columbus have a questionable if not genocidal legacy, he's also the reason I'm not going to get my new C2MNTs until Tuesday. Way to go, Chris.

 

[Fidola13]

so sorry for this hard time you are having. Things will look up, hang in there

thanks so much. It has been a bit overwhelming lately. I’m use to a much more “sedate” life lol!!

 

[Fidola13]

O

oh sorry to hear that I just saw that part of the post. I just saw the cute picture of the happy pup. My girlfriend passed away a year ago and my pup has become my best buddy. I’ve let my world become very small but seeing how much he loves me and depends on me helps me go on and take care of myself. My dog won’t even eat until I come home from work .

I’m so so sorry to hear about your girlfriend. That’s incredibly heartbreaking. Our pups can be a lifeline to us during tragedies or very difficult times in our lives.