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Refugee
Thanks Behj......you answered my question. I did do the right thing.
I was afraid at that time. Of the possibility of surgery. Our insurance said it was elective. But, if things had become worst. JH wouldn't have hesitated to treat me. With or without coverage. And their financial counselors would have helped me to get some type of Medicare/Medical Assistance. My disc didn't "blow" and as you know it was sudden onset, caused by an accident. Which, of course. I blame no one for. Injuries happen all the time in sports.
I understand now. That I also, had pulled muscles and ligaments in my leg/hip to deal with too. Which, of course, caused some of the pain and stiffness. Slow stretching really is the best remedy for this. Repeated Round house kicks to a heavy hanging sand bag, being tossed around like a rag doll on thin mats. Two hours at a time black belt classes, three times per week. Plus, full contact sparing. I was the smallest person in my class. I am a little over 5'4". A petite woman. Three of the men were 6' tall and counting. All out weighed me by at least fifty pounds. Solid muscle.
Kiddies, do not try this at home!
As far as Martial Arts. I am very proud of the level. I achieved. 2nd. Dan. Black Belt.
But, now at 53. I love walking and especially swimming, even more so. These sports/exercises are much better suited for me. Plus, they keep my blood sugar, blood pressure in the normal ranges, without any meds. A triple bonus.
Thanks again, Benj!
I was afraid at that time. Of the possibility of surgery. Our insurance said it was elective. But, if things had become worst. JH wouldn't have hesitated to treat me. With or without coverage. And their financial counselors would have helped me to get some type of Medicare/Medical Assistance. My disc didn't "blow" and as you know it was sudden onset, caused by an accident. Which, of course. I blame no one for. Injuries happen all the time in sports.
I understand now. That I also, had pulled muscles and ligaments in my leg/hip to deal with too. Which, of course, caused some of the pain and stiffness. Slow stretching really is the best remedy for this. Repeated Round house kicks to a heavy hanging sand bag, being tossed around like a rag doll on thin mats. Two hours at a time black belt classes, three times per week. Plus, full contact sparing. I was the smallest person in my class. I am a little over 5'4". A petite woman. Three of the men were 6' tall and counting. All out weighed me by at least fifty pounds. Solid muscle.
Kiddies, do not try this at home!
As far as Martial Arts. I am very proud of the level. I achieved. 2nd. Dan. Black Belt.
But, now at 53. I love walking and especially swimming, even more so. These sports/exercises are much better suited for me. Plus, they keep my blood sugar, blood pressure in the normal ranges, without any meds. A triple bonus.
Thanks again, Benj!