Good morning everyone
I lost height due to the MM and after diagnosis was referred to a back specialist, who I saw as well as starting the Chemotherapy. Followed by an SCT and now in Remission and on Lenalidomide.
The back specialist said no further treatment needed.
I do get very stiff though, during the day especially, when I have been sitting. I walk as much as possible.
Can anyone tell me, if you were/are in a similar situation, do you do any kind of physio. Or given any exercises recommended from the hospital.
I will obviously, ask before I start, doing anything further.
Thank you
Jayne
HI again, i have a weak hip due to the MM, i was feeling strong, and dog walking, so i started light jogs, buillding up the length, i told with some joy of this to the consultant, he sad STOP! JOGGING, GO SWIMMING, so i did, and do, its not as easy at it was, but for 24 hours plus after i feel great, still walk the dog, 45 minutes or so, and use the NHS step counter, but yes get advice, and lead into it slowly, best wishes for a continued good recovery Kevin
Thank you Kevin
We’ve got a dog, but she is almost 18, so not much walking these days, unfortunately. Just for toilet breaks.
i’ll mention it next time I speak to the consultant and see what she recommends.
Good luck to you too, it does help sharing experiences.
Jayne
Hi i have lost 2inch due to mm i take strong pain killers for my back i use a walking stick i was never given exercises i try to walk as much as i can in the morning it takes me awhile to move dye to stiffness in my back and legs hope you get something sorted .
I’m in a similar situation to you I think. I have restarted cycling Though not as far
I walk a lot and I started (with permission from my team) to use an outdoor gym.
I used to do pilates But I’m still a bit unsure about going into groups because of chance of infection.
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