I am in therapy to treat chronic back pain. Initially, I was suffering for over three years from terrible, sharp, daily pain deep between my shoulder blades. I saw a doctor and she recommended #1. That I read the writings of Robin McKenzie (who teaches people to treat their own back and neck problems by focusing on posture and gentle exercises and to #2. See a physical therapist.
Using props at work, in the car and even in bed, I’m been able to give myself support that has greatly reduced my pain. Also, my first few physical therapy sessions left me feeling strong and thrilled to be improving.
Then things started to go downhill. I started having a backlash the day after therapy. I was having deep, sharp pain again. Also, the pain has spread into my mid-back. It’s not nearly as bad as before, but my progress has certainly plateaued. I’ve been hearing a lot of “I don’t know” from my therapist and they have been cutting back on the difficulty of my exercises.
It was suggested to me, by my therapist, that I should go back to the doctor. She may run some kind of tests. I’ll be seeing her tomorrow.
I’m wondering if anyone has any experience with this. What happens next? Am I going to get an MRI or something??