Hi
Thank You so much for your reply.
- I continue to do the neck exercises given to me by the physiotherapist, which have worked well for movement, however I am still experiencing pain between the shoulder blades and up into the back of my head. I am told these are typical symptoms of chronic whiplash and I could have them for sometime. The acupuncture takes the edge of the pain.
- I have had no x-rays, although immediately following the accident, I was seen by a consultant orthopedic surgeon who did a thorough examination of my neck and was satisfied there was no need for further investigation. This was also the case for the head injury. However since then, I took myself off to a chiropracter for an assessment. He examined my neck and also mentioned 'chronic whiplash' and 'pinched nerve'. What he did recognise though, was that the pain in my hip/leg (right side) was coming from my lower back, which then led to further investigation by the physio department, who have said that there is a weakness in my right side. I have a series of exercises that I do as often as I can, usually several times a day, these include pelvic lifts, leg movements and ensuring good posture. The good posture I have found difficult since having the two recent episodes of spasm ? in my lower back, as sitting brings on pain. I took up yoga, but found it difficult, I swim three times weekly which has helped. As well as the short wave diathermy, the physiotherapist works on the lower back, short sharp presses, which I don't feel helps much to be honest.
- No pins and or needles in the legs or feet. The pain is in the lower back, into the hip, top of the thigh where the leg meets the hip (front) and the shin (this is only when sitting), it is all to the front of the leg. The pain in the back is relieved after a warm bath, but the pain in the buttock, shin and thigh only happens when I'm sitting, it feels like sitting is causing it!!
I have been doing really well, the pain was definately improving and still is in my right side, but it all seems to have shifted to my left side, which has until now given me no trouble. I can't help but think I have maybe did some damage while sleeping or maybe overdone the exercises. I am due to see my physiotherapist again on Monday, this is after a two week break (because I had been doing so well) !!! She'll have a fit!! Very Many Thanks for your advice.