Tuesday, April 20, 2010

What CAN I do???

So I've been browsing websites to find out exactly what I can or can't do that would impact my condition. The NP was so vague on the phone that I'm at a loss as to what I can really handle. Here is my GIANT list of Don't's:

NO high-impact exercise, such as running and jumping in cases associated with cervical instability.
NO activities involving Valsalva maneuvers

NO roller-coasters, 4-wheelers, skateboards, horseback riding, motorcycles, etc. Anything that “jars” your head and/or spine is a definite no-no.
NO water skiing, snow skiing, snow boarding, sky diving, bungee jumping, etc. (Just trying to cover all the basics – you get the idea.)
NO contact sports.
NO Chiropractor!- Especially at the neck for chiarians and for those with a syrinx, no deep tissue in the area of ur syrinx.(The chiro should be well versed on Both CM/SM)
NO straining which includes straining to reach something, or even straining during a bowel movement. Take a fiber supplement every day if you tend to get blocked up.
NO moving furniture or heavy objects around by pushing, pulling, lifting, or any other way. Pick up nothing heavier than a gallon of milk. I know – that sounds impossible, but keep that gallon of milk in the back of your mind.
NO moving around in the dark!
NO putting yourself into stressful situations or relationships.
NO twisting your spine – try to keep a good posture with your spine lined up and straight.
NO bending over. lower yourself to the floor by bending your knees – not your back.
NO sudden spinal/neck movements.

NO using the hair wash sink at the hair salon.
DON’T try to keep commitments when you’re feeling badly. Listen to your body.

NO excess coughing or sneezing

NO weight lifting


So, I just went to the asap.org forum. It is a site for people with syringomyelia. I posted a new topic, so other people can give me feedback as to what they were told regarding limitations. I hate having so many unanswered questions. I'm so stressed and feeling down in the dumps. I have a decent support system going right now, but more on that later. I need to go try and unwind before working all night.

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