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[ldhenson]

::hugs:: to everyone for your kind messages.

I'm mostly back up to speed re: my shoulder (still a bit sore), though it'll take me a while to catch up with replies, etc. that I owe people. I spent much of last week moving as little as possible, since the pinched nerve affected not only my right arm but also my neck/back and partly my left arm as well. In particular I have a whole new appreciation for my neck muscles now after not having been able to turn my neck or look up or down for days :-P

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[grey-summer.livejournal.com]

Oh, hope you'll get well soon!

[ldhenson.livejournal.com]

Thanks! It's improving, as long as I remember not to overdo it.

[rustie73.livejournal.com]

Hope you are again feeling well.

Please forgive my unsolicited advice, but you may want to invest in an inexpensive over-the-counter foam cervical collar.

After years of sewing, crafting and sitting at a keyboard, I’ve developed some disc/nerve problems in my neck that often affect my shoulders, arms and hands (and few things are more frustrating to a crafter than painful or numb hands and arms).

The collar holds your spine comfortably straight and keeps the nerves from being irritated.

[ldhenson.livejournal.com]

Oh I appreciate the advice <3

I didn't really know about those collars. I pay a lot of attention to my posture when standing/walking, but as soon as I'm distracted by the computer or crafting, I tend to slouch. I'll look into it.

Sorry to hear you've had problems too; does it still bother you?

[grace-poppy.livejournal.com]

Poor you! I've been offline a bit with a cold and didn't read about your troubles. I'm glad you're on the mend! Get well soon! I've had a pinched nerve a couple of times from stress, and it wasn't very painful but just left my arm tingly and my shoulders tense. My doctor recommended professional massage, which was great. I don't like friendly backrubs at ALL, but I found that I do like professional massage. And I never would have splurged on it without a doctor's recommendation.

Though I'm sure your own doctor will have given you his/her own professional advice. Take care of yourself!

[ldhenson.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I just have to remind myself to take it easy...I did some housecleaning earlier this week and spent the next day in so much pain. So I'm taking it slow...

I had a pinched nerve two years ago in my shoulder blade (same arm), but that was a numb/tingly one, unlike this time. It's good to know massages help. I've never tried one though I've always been curious.

Hope you're recovering from your cold!