Jul 26, 2015 6:07 AM
Sorry, that last post was directed at Octobot.
I walk despite pain although I'm anything but looking like an average person! I can't walk straight or tall.
IMO I have damaged something in my hip/pelvis that has gotten gradually worse over the years. I can't afford to go private to get an MRI done of the area and they are adamant that since the bones weren't broken, it's fine. Not sure I agree with that!
Walking is a definite must when you can, but we mustn't try to compare to those in good health and with no pain. Don't cause yourself major suffering just to appear normal.
I don't doubt we all tend to do far more than we ought for the sake of others, be it friends, children or work. In the end, it seems to make matters worse.
Prior to my moving, I had an excellent GP. He frequently told me off for fighting my fibro. He would say, 'don't fight it, listen to it and rest when you need to.' Great advice, but I rarely take heed.
P.