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Denise @petatonicsca (7070) • Japan 28 Jul 20

I don't usually have a "desk job" but with corona closing the schools I have been using my computer to teach, for teachers' meetings and church, and also for a lot of other things. Until now I never understood why my colleagues in...

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Compression fractures and shoulder problems

James Higgins @JamesHxstatic (29410) • Eugene, Oregon 5 Mar 17

My wife Anne has both. The L3 vertebrae has a compression fracture and her right shoulder has rotator cuff problems. Scans and other diagnostics have shown that these are problems that are causing a lot of pain, along with her...

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Over Did It!!

Shellyann36 @Shellyann36 (11383) • United States 6 Feb 17

Yesterday I cleaned the house and I overdid it. Between scrubbing the tubs and mopping the floors I have totally wrenched my lower back and neck out of sorts. Nothing is helping with the pain. I was hoping hubby would give me a...

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Why is it so hard to find the "right" mattress?

James Higgins @JamesHxstatic (29410) • Eugene, Oregon 26 Aug 16

Why is it so hard to find the "right' mattress? There must be fifty ways to find a mattress in my town, maybe more, not to mention the internet. But, there is no real way to compare one to another. They all have different labels,...

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I need to have a MRI

bostonphil @bostonphil (4459) • United States 21 Apr 13

Because of foot, legs and back problems, my neurologist has ordered a MRI. Up to now, I have been pretty lucky when it comes to health issues. I have heard of MRI's but know very little about them. I am shocked at the cost. Even...

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Do 90% of pugs have back problems?

urvisimba @urvisimba (31) • India 15 Apr 13

i have had friends who own pugs.But many of them seem to be having difficulty with pugs because pugs seem to be having back problems or hernia after a while. is there a way to prevent this in pugs? Do pugs have any other...

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What's the best exercise for someone that's sitting on a chair all day?

besweet @besweet (9831) • Ireland 28 Aug 12

I work in an office and my job is in front of the computer all day. This means that I have to sit on a chair for many hours, so my back sometimes hurts and I've noticed that when I gain weight, it's always at the lower part of my...

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Having an MRI on Wednesday

Charlene Sally C. @PointlessQuestions (15397) • United States 26 Oct 11

For over a month now I have been having periodic back pain with pretty constant toe and foot pain. The first two toes, my big toe and my toe next to the big toe are the culprits that are making it difficult for me to tolerate...

back problems

mri

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~~~Do you LOVE or HATE to go camping?~~~

dreamhealer @dreamhealer (812) 23 Apr 09

Camping can have several advantages... it is cheap to do compared to staying in a guest house or hotel. It can be close to nature and is the best thing to do when travelling into the wilderness - to get away from civilisation. And...

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What kind of jobs would you recommend for someone with back problems?

moneymommy @moneymommy (3418) • United States 2 Mar 09

I have a bad back. I probally shouldnt work at all its that bad. I have cervical as well as lumber problems. What kind of job can I do that would be easy on the back?

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work

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Back problems how bad can they get?

moneymommy @moneymommy (3418) • United States 14 Feb 09

I am very worried about my back. I have problems with my cervical and lumbar areas. I am know experiencing numbness in hands and feet. What are the chances of my back issues getting worse? Have you ever had back problems with...

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Back problems?

dangnabit67 @dangnabit67 (2021) • United States 28 May 08

My dad has had back problems for 30 years. His lower spine is fused together. This past december he had to have his neck fused-6 discs. Now he is in the hospital again. The doctors arent sure what is wrong. One doctor suggested...

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spine

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Does anyone on here have a bad back or other disability?

Robinsman @Robinsman (52) • United States 31 Mar 08

I have a real bad back that limits me to doing alot and I get on here and myspace to find friends and other people that have a disability that limits them to working. I have had a bad back since 1999 and am still fighting social...

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I have my new exercise bike set up...

alamode @alamode (3071) • United States 5 Dec 07

... and unlike my old one, this one has a backrest. With the damage in my neck and the damage in my S/L vertebrae, I can't afford to have the deterioration in the middle of my back worsen. This bike takes all the strain off my...

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Chiropractors

maddysmommy @maddysmommy (16230) • United States 22 Oct 07

We went to the Merrifield Fall Festival on Saturday and there was a Dr and his assistant there giving free stress tests/consulations and it just so happens that when my husband stood on the scales, he actually leans a lot to the...

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Anyone trying to get social security disability?

Robinsman @Robinsman (52) • United States 9 Aug 07

Hello.. I have been trying to get social security disability for 4 years now and still denied. I have been through all the hoops they put you through and still waiting. I hired a lawyer and went to a hearing and it looked good I...

back problems

back surgery

pain

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Experience using Apple Cider Vinegar for your Dog?

catherIN @catherIN (430) • United States 19 Mar 07

I've haven't had much time to chat on mylot. Life has thrown some curve balls at me lately. One of them has been with our beagle. A week ago Sunday, she suddenly was not well. It was obvious that she was in intense pain. Took her...

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bulging discs with nerve probs

Lush_heidi @Lush_heidi (994) • United States 31 Jan 07

I was in two car accidents,one not so bad, the other totaled my car, 28 days apart, and none my fault. I have bulging disc at L4-5 with nerve damage. Does anyone else? What helps you?

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back surgery

dixie1 @dixie1 (1330) • United States 21 Jan 07

Hi, I would like to know if anyone out there has had back surgery? I have that as an option for my back problems from an auto accident and would really appreciate feedback....success of back surgery and what the surgery was...

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What do you think of Chiropracters?

Simplemind26 @Simplemind26 (510) • Canada 20 Dec 06

I have went to see a Chiropracter now for about a month because of my back.He basically cracks my back and my neck.He also puts a machine on that gives me shocks for about 5 minutes.I go see him 3x a week.Each session is $40.00.I...

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