if it's not one thing, it's another

[lizziebelle]

Even though the weather hadn't washed out the morning, I still didn't make it to Grafton to volunteer at the farm. My back, which has been bothering me for a couple of days, really flared up today, and I couldn't sit in the car for the hour's drive, let alone bend over rows of vegetables. I'm bummed.

Rest, Advil, and hot pads have helped a bit, but I'm feeling wiped.

I went for a walk earlier, but it started raining so I didn't get far. It's getting quite dark out now. Here comes Hanna!

I think I'll lay down again now.

Owie.

Comments

[chalkhorse.livejournal.com]

Raining here, too--this can make back pain feel worse.

Is it center back, or lower back? I used to get bad muscle spasms--heat does help (hot baths, heating pads or hot water bottles) but once you feel better maybe try some gentle stretching too. Hope you get better soon!

[lizziebelle.livejournal.com]

It's actually around my shoulder blades. Usually when I have back trouble, it's my lower back.

I'm doing some very gentle stretches, and it does help a bit.

Thanks!