Appt with consultant - still no further forward..

[Lynzhoppy1]

Hi everyone,

So today I had an appointment in the pain clinic. (I've previously had 1 lot of spinal and lumbar injections which didn't work) We had a good chat about my pain, my meds, my weight and my mental health. It was decided today that I'm to go back in 2 weeks with my tens machine so she can see how I use it and if she can improve that. She's not recommending changing any of my meds yet or having any more treatments done yet. I need to try and lose more weight (I've gone from nearly 21 stone down to 16 over the last 4 years) but this has recently come to a bit of a standstill, but not because I've stopped trying.

So I guess I just feel like I'm not really getting anywhere, I feel like I've been stuck in this lull of pain, depression, insomnia, being fat and feeling really low for ages now and don't know what to do? I guess I was just hoping for definitive answers and a plan, I feel like I haven't got that and now feel worse than before. I've also got a pip re-assessment looming which isn't helping with the stress levels and I know I am slowly becoming very reclusive and with that the feeling of not wanting to do anything, see anyone or go anywhere! I am a single parent with 2 children so obviously that's not possible, however that doesn't help. It's a constant inward battle and is becoming increasingly harder!

[luckyjim]

Lyn

You seemed to be doing all the right things and making good progress.

For whatever reason/s you have temporarily lost your momentum and this is how you need to regard it.

It might be that the PIP business is causing you a lot of stress and once resolved you can get back on track.

If you can tackle one problem, you can move onto the next one. Concentrate on your achievements of which I am sure there are many, raising two children on your own could top your list.

As you know, life can be a struggle, but you are aware of what needs doing and a new plan will put you back on course.

Good Luck & Best Wishes

Jim

[Lynzhoppy1 in reply to luckyjim]

Hi Jim,

I had a good chat with myself and told myself exactly that, that I have just lost my 'mojo' temporarily! I am quite a determined woman and somewhat stubborn, I am not prepared to let this beat me and I will get out of this lull I seem to be in.

I have made one or two small changes over the last few days (for example, cutting down on my coffee intake during the day, which I started on Saturday, not putting so much pressure on myself over things out of my control and saying 'no' when I'm not up to doing something - which I did today)

My PIP assessment is tomorrow morning so at least when that's done I can stop worrying about it as much, although after tomorrow I'll be worrying about their decision!

Yes life can be a massive struggle at times, however things could be much worse and I do have a lot to be greatful for 😊

Love and best wishes to you to.

Lyndsey