I thought I would write an update on some positive progress. A few months ago I was suffering from unbearable foot pain in both feet. About three weeks ago I did a phone consult with Dr. Schecter who diagnosed me with TMS. Anyway I have been really trying to concentrate on this.
The first week or so was very difficult as I was not sure how to stop thinking about the physical pain. I did everything I could to keep my mind elsewhere and as the days progressed I noticed it was getting a bit easier. Two weeks into it, I put on a decent pair of shoes and moved around the house. I am now able to get around without constant severe pain. I am still battling and I am trying to fight hard without obsessing. I think it is important to celebrate the baby steps.
I have been re-reading parts of my books as well as a few posts here that I feel apply to me the most. My favorite is on page 21 of The Divided Mind where Sarno writes, "I have taken to advising my patients that the worst indication for musculoskeletal surgery is pain attributed to some structural abnormality." You see my podiatrist told me I needed to shorten my second toes because they are slightly longer than my first. It is called Morton's Toe and 25% of the population has this. Crazy!
Anyway I am feeling better. I still need to fight the fear and the conditioning. Those are my next two battles. I am supposed to go to a charity event in a few weeks and will have to wear nice shoes. That will be a challenge.
I don't really read many other posts. I feel at this point I am too fragile, but I do hope someday to be able to help others like some of you have helped me. I wish everyone good health. TMS is tough at times.
I'm very pleased for you. I've been wondering how you were doing. It helps to get a diagnosis, though with experience one usually learns to identify likely TMS on one's own.
You're going to look so beautiful in your nice shoes! Wishing you well...
Positive update
Posted - 03/25/2011 : 19:10:53
