tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17016503.post6482133541445314469..comments2023-10-25T11:25:33.445-04:00Comments on Joy in the Journey: RamblingsBeverlyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12268005144107516108noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17016503.post-18519161494972460852007-12-18T09:49:00.000-05:002007-12-18T09:49:00.000-05:00My hubby has used the Chiro and we don't have cove...My hubby has used the Chiro and we don't have coverage either. But his Chiropractor had some kind of Discount program/card thing he participated in. So that might be an option to ask about if you call around looking for one. <BR/><BR/>I worked for an orthopedic back surgeon for 5 years, and honestly I would recommend seeing if you can get into physical therapy. At least a 2 week trial anyway. I think it would do wonders since it doesn't sound like a serious back injury from what you are describing. Also, be careful on the heat. Ice is the best for the first few weeks since it constricts the blood flow to the injured area, whereas heat increases the blood flow and can sometimes make it worse. I am glad that you are doing much better and praying that you have a full recovery.Amoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07180764196840856181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17016503.post-15204660807498096012007-12-17T23:03:00.000-05:002007-12-17T23:03:00.000-05:00LOL, Tricare most definitely does NOT cover chirop...LOL, Tricare most definitely does NOT cover chiropractic care, which is why I've waited so long to try it! After my surgery in 1995 to remove my first rib, I've had such problems with my right shoulder muscles. Finally, after all the pregnancies and nursing, I just feel really, really out-of-whack, and it's starting to affect other areas, like my right hip. I'm getting a little desperate for some relief! <BR/><BR/>Around here, it seems like the first appointment is around $100, and then each subsequent adjustment is $45 or so. I'll just have to pay out-of-pocket--if I can ever settle on one, that is. I'm nervous to try it, and I really don't want someone to crack my neck around! My parents have a wonderful gentle chiropractor who has really helped them in Ohio who is with NUCCA (can't remember what it stands for--nucca.org is the website I believe), but of course there is no one like that here in D.C. Hope you find something that gives you relief! Massage definitely is what has gotten me through these past 12 years. Is htere a massage school in your area? The students at those usually have to do massages as part of clinical practice, and they can be really cheap, but very deep and effective (not that Ted isn't great, LOL, but they might have specific techniques to really get at the problem).<BR/><BR/>Hmm, probably should have just written you an email, LOL! : )Bob and Clairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17948514246811431207noreply@blogger.com