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patrickneil
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 Posted - 02/24/2010 : 10:44:31
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I'm looking for some guidance on what I should do next.
A little over a month ago I read MindBody Prescription and then I just finished Dr. Schubiner's program. I haven't really received any relief yet, but I have gotten rid of most of my "crutches" such as neck stretches, foam roll, etc. Pain is still about the same. On & off throughout the entire course, I was worrying about my confidence. On a superficial level I convinced myself I had TMS, but I could tell I was struggling with it internally, and it was hard to dismiss the structural diagnosis.
Well yesterday,I realized something. I dont think I ever actually let go of my pain. My girlfriend jokingly asked me to pick her up, and I instantly felt scared, I didnt want to do it. I didnt know if I could do it, and I wanted to protect my back. How do I let go of that fear? It seems overall, fear is my biggest barrier to recovery. I am constantly worrying about the pain and if it will last forever.
What do you guys think about those thoughts that came into my head when my GF asked me to pick her up? How can I control that? Overall, what should I do at this point to beat this thing? |
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Gibbon
United Kingdom
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Posted - 02/24/2010 : 15:36:44
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Originally posted by patrickneil
I'm looking for some guidance on what I should do next.
A little over a month ago I read MindBody Prescription and then I just finished Dr. Schubiner's program. I haven't really received any relief yet, but I have gotten rid of most of my "crutches" such as neck stretches, foam roll, etc. Pain is still about the same. On & off throughout the entire course, I was worrying about my confidence. On a superficial level I convinced myself I had TMS, but I could tell I was struggling with it internally, and it was hard to dismiss the structural diagnosis.
Well yesterday,I realized something. I dont think I ever actually let go of my pain. My girlfriend jokingly asked me to pick her up, and I instantly felt scared, I didnt want to do it. I didnt know if I could do it, and I wanted to protect my back. How do I let go of that fear? It seems overall, fear is my biggest barrier to recovery. I am constantly worrying about the pain and if it will last forever.
What do you guys think about those thoughts that came into my head when my GF asked me to pick her up? How can I control that? Overall, what should I do at this point to beat this thing?
Take things slowly. Where-ever your comfort zone, you want to be operating just above it. Scared of bending? Make a point of bending towards your toes 5 times in the morning and evening. Scared of strain? Do some really basic weights etc etc. You should find that the pain isn't as bad as you expected - and that will recalibrate your brain's expectations of the pain you'll experience next time. Small steps, gradual improvements.....
Check out the TMS website: www.rsi-backpain.co.uk |
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