cactus
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I'm not sure how to explain this one.
My back is quite stiff and sore, and when I have a massage it is full of "crunchies"... Does that make any sense at all?
I do have some big knots as well, but overall, it is simply full of these smaller spots that are palpable.
I had this pre-diagnosis and treatment, when I had fibromyalgia/myofacsial pain syndrome mis-diagnoses (among other things).
This is part of an overall slow return of symptoms I've been experiencing after more than a year and a half off of abx, so I am just trying to figure out what might be the cause... [Sigh]
Thanks for any input!
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TerryK
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So sorry to hear this cactus.
For me, the crunchies seem to be caused by inflammation.
Toxins are typically involved either from die-off or due to a release from tissues such as from a massage or exercise, sauna etc...
If you can't be on treatment righ now, still keep up with detox since toxins are a big part of what make us feel sick.
I hope things get back on track for you vry soon. Terry
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TerryK
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You probably already know this but in case you don't, the knots are likely trigger points. Seeing a trigger point therapist can help release them.
Terry
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cactus
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Terry, thanks so much. You hit the nail on the head, I think.
Funny you mentioned trigger points and the triggerpoint book... I have been searching high and low for my theracane to do some work on my trigger points!
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I am a massage therapist and I use this book above all the time to show my clients what they can do in between appointments to help themselves. Very effective techniques here for trigger point work.
I also recommend the tennis ball in the sock, or you can even use a lacrosse ball if you need it more firm, less give, as you roll against the wall to work out knots in your back say, or even your glutes and hips. The sock gives you a little "handle" so you can reposition the ball easily without having to pick it up off the floor each time you let up.
It empowering to be able to help yourself.
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cactus
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Thanks for the tennis ball idea - I'm going to try it since the theracane is nowhere to be found.
Does heat (or cold) help with trigger points ever, or do they always have to be worked out? ...I can't remember...
Thanks!
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