Physical Therapy

So, I have been going to physical therapy for quite some time, to try to help the pain in my lower back, hip, and the cramping in my right leg and tingling in my right leg and toes.

This is a problem that I have had for years, and I cannot remember when it started, but well after my mother died in 2007. So maybe 2009 or 2010.  Maybe later in  life.  I do not know.

What I do know that I have a strange tingling sensation in my right hip.  It advances down my right leg, and numbs my right toes.  If I am walking, and I am experiencing these problems, I also experience a "foot drop" because my right foot is asleep. I can power through these problems, and have done so for years.

However, as I have had other medical problems recently, I decided to address this with my medical provider:  She ordered xrays and authorized physical therapy.  The physical therapy has been good.  I have regained some strength in my right leg.  Combined with the NSAID celebrex, I have had Some pain relief. I am stronger.  I have more endurance, flexibility and stamina.  But I still have the pain.

Most recently, I have had an MRI: I have a large area of bulging discs, with one very prominently bulging. The next step will be a pain management clinic.

I may be facing more invasive treatment in the future.  I hope not. We shall see what becomes of this.