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hi all, just wondering if anybody knows of any does and dont with cs, like things to avoid, foods that might help all the non technical stuff, many thanks tracey x
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Gerry_the_neck tracey64776
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Just a few pointers about neck movements/ exercises etc. With C/S it's mostly about not passing the point of strain with the neck, particularly with any 'looking upwards' movements, and to a lesser extent, looking to the rear (turning the head too far). Any bexercises which advise such movements should be avoided. The effects tend to only kick in a day or two after the aggravation, so it's really all about spotting the causes and connections to resulting symptoms, so that future movements can be controlled leading, hopefully, to less reactive symptoms.
Some symptoms , like sore or numb hand with pins and needles, or leg problems, can be more chronic, and may need more invasive treatment. Try to bear in mind the delayed reaction issue when assessing any symptom...it's worth it because a small aggravation can mean weeks of uncomfortable repercussions. Lifting or shifting anything too heavy or awkward can also kick things off, again after a day or two's delay.
Also, my best method for quick easing of any neck or head symptoms is to sleep or nap on a sofa, with good pillow support, for a few days/nights. even swapping from bed to sofa ocassionally can work. The angle of the neck, when sleeping, can affect the next day's symptoms beneficially. Trial and error and you might find some differences occur....although the neck may have to go through its own uncomfortable adjustments before it settles and allows symptoms to ease.
Gerry_the_neck
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I'd tend to be skeptical of any dietary influences on C/S, as it's a long way away from any food processiong organs. At the same time, dietary issues may be important if there is any underlying Osteoarthritis, or similar. One thing I would say about food is , if you take painkiller meds regularly, always have a small snack when taking them, to help avoid future stomach issues.
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sonia20117 tracey64776
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I have CS and suffer with headaches. I also get numbness in my left arm and pins and needles. I am quite new to all this but
have found this forum really helpful. I am gradually starting to
accept my condition and its limitations but its difficult! I keep
A diary using a traffic light system - basically red for really bad, orange for middling, and green for 'lets go!' ... I have found it really good for identifying a pattern with me. I found that a couple of green days were followed by a red day or two. I realised that
over doing it when I felt OK was a trigger for me and that certain jobs at work aggrevate my CS. I am trying to follow a routine, especially at work... I make myself take regular breaks and I am finding new ways to do the jobs which cause me pain. At home, I force myself to do the ironing sitting down and have been trying to 'let things slide' a little more! .... I don't know what meds you take, but it has taken me a while to get a routine with that as well. I have had an MRI which has helped to identify my problem area and I am now waiting to see the spinal team for a fuller explanation and next steps. I hope some of the above helps. Wishing you well.
Sonia x
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