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FredFriend replied to the topic Being a caregiver when you live with pain in the forum Caregivers 9 years, 1 month ago
A couple of months ago, I spent 4 weeks sitting with a dear friend while she was in the hospital. Everyday I was there for 7 to 12 hours depending on the schedules of other friends and family who were rotating in to make sure that she was never alone. It felt good to be of service. It felt good to help my dear friend whom I’ve loved for decades.…[Read more]
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FredFriend replied to the topic Finding our own spirituality in the forum Spirituality & Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
I used to enjoy going to church to be with the people. The sense of community and seeing familiar faces. Thinking back on it I believe that the pews were too uncomfortable to sit there for a full hour. Sometimes I would leave because the church was so full and nobody would give up their seat for this person with an invisible disability.
I feel…[Read more]
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FredFriend started the topic ART Therapy in the forum Treatment Options for Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
There is lots of buzz around right now for people that enjoy coloring in coloring books as a way to distract from pain.
I’m a doodler who tends to color outside of the lines. What counts as art therapy?
I think that collage or stacking small stones in the garden also count as art therapy. Some of my garden creations may not last long, but they…[Read more]
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FredFriend replied to the topic Fighting the good fight against arthritis pain in the forum Arthritis Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
Gloves! Glove liners inside gloves. With the weather getting colder lately I’ve brought out the stash of gloves and piled them up in a cute basket so that they are handy for use inside and outside of the house.
Three weeks of wearing gloves on the morning walks with the dog and my fingernails are growing out nice and strong. Probably because I’ve…[Read more]
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FredFriend replied to the topic Adhesion Related Disorder (ARD) & Complex Abdomino-Pelvic & Pain Syndrome(CAPPS) in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
Wow, Dee, that crisis sounds scary. I have endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain and related GI issues.
ARD sounds horrible and far worse than the endometriosis adhesions and scarring that I’ve dealt with that connect/constrict some of my organs.
I’m so happy that you have found TPC where you will be able to speak freely and find support of others…[Read more]
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TPC_YaYa replied to the topic Adhesion Related Disorder (ARD) & Complex Abdomino-Pelvic & Pain Syndrome(CAPPS) in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
Hello Deep,
I am so sorry to hear about the crisis you had. It is so important for each of us to find healthcare providers who will search to find out what is causing our pain. Having the right diagnosis means everything because then we can work with our providers to set a plan in place to help ease the pain.
We are happy that you have found The…[Read more]
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TPC_YaYa replied to the topic Share your thoughts. What topics would you like to see on our forums? in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
Hello Deep,
I am sorry you have been having issues with starting a new topic. I have started a topic for ARD and CAPPS under the forum titled, “General Discussions on Pain”. If I can help you with anything further, please let me know.
TPC_YaYa
TPC Community Moderator
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TPC_YaYa started the topic Adhesion Related Disorder (ARD) & Complex Abdomino-Pelvic & Pain Syndrome(CAPPS) in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
A place to discuss ARD and CAPPS.
Adhesion Related Disorder (ARD): is symptoms related to adhesions.
Adhesions are abnormal and connect organs and tissues that are not normally connected. They are usually made up from scar tissue that is a result from surgeries.Complex Abdomino-Pelvic and Pain Syndrome (CAPPS): is having the symptoms from ARD…[Read more]
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TPC_YaYa replied to the topic in the forum Christal4578 9 years, 1 month ago
It is nice to meet you. Please know you are not alone.
TPC Yaya
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TPC_YaYa started the topic in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
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TPC_YaYa started the topic Share your thoughts. What topics would you like to see on our forums? in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
In today’s world of technology we have several different ways to connect with others online. The Pain Community is a safe and secure online community for people living with pain. Please share with us what topics or information you would like to see here on our discussion forums.
Thank you,
TPC YaYa
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TPC_YaYa replied to the topic Computer Gaming – A wonderful distraction from pain & stress in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 1 month ago
Jrzygrl201,
Ii is so wonderful that so many of us who live with pain have found that playing games on our computers, smart phones, tablets or gaming systems helps distract us. We can leave the pain in the real world while we escape into a world of play & fun.
Keep gaming!
TPC YaYa
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FredFriend started the topic Updated my Deep Breathing Technique in the forum Treatment Options for Pain 9 years, 2 months ago
I updated my Deep Breathing technique six weeks ago to a 7-5-8 rhythm and my sleep has improved. Also my resting heart rate (according to my Fitbit Charge HR) has gone down by 6 ticks.
For decades I have been using deep breathing techniques to calm my response to pain. Just a basic breathe in for a count of five, hold for a count of three and…[Read more]
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FredFriend started the topic Learning More About living with Pain and EDS in the forum Specific Disorders 9 years, 2 months ago
People who know my story of living with chronic pain since childhood often ask how I cope and how do I keep going. The answer is simple. I learn as much as I can all of the time. I research, ask questions and am always on the lookout for things that give me information about pain, any kind of pain and any kind of pain condition.
I’ve found the…[Read more]
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FredFriend started the topic Learning More About living with Pain and EDS in the forum Specific Disorders 9 years, 2 months ago
People who know my story of living with chronic pain since childhood often ask how I cope and how do I keep going. The answer is simple. I learn as much as I can all of the time. I research, ask questions and am always on the lookout for things that give me information about pain, any kind of pain and any kind of pain condition.
I’ve found the…[Read more]
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FredFriend started the topic Post Surgical Pain in the forum Other Specific Pain Disorders 9 years, 2 months ago
Wow, the things I’ve learned lately. In recent years I’ve heard murmurs of and seen a few mentions of pre-emptive pain management for surgical patients. One example is when the dentist gives you instructions to take something 1 hour before your appointment to have a tooth pulled. Last month I was visiting a friend in the hospital after she had a…[Read more]
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FredFriend started the topic Childhood Stress May Prime Pump For Chronic Disease Later in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 2 months ago
“It’s possible, one researcher says, that when people experience early-life stress “it actually changes something about them biologically.” Stress may influence how genes get switched on or off, for instance, or may initiate some other physiological…[Read more]
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FredFriend replied to the topic Favorite Recipes in the forum Wellness Issues 9 years, 2 months ago
Oh how I love to find new tips and tricks for adjusting recipes to be gluten free and dairy free. At http://nogluten-noproblem.com/2014/07/cherry-coconut-cream-tart.html I learned that if you put a can of full-fat coconut milk in to the refrigerator overnight you are able to get coconut cream out of it by opening the BOTTOM of the can and pouring…[Read more]
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TPC_YaYa replied to the topic The Log Book of Lonoh – A Dream Come True in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 3 months ago
I would have never thought of how a boat would be set up to help like you described. After reading your post it made perfect sense. I am enjoying all the photo’s. Keep them coming.
Take CareTPC YaYa
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TPC_YaYa replied to the topic The Log Book of Lonoh – A Dream Come True in the forum General Discussions on Pain 9 years, 4 months ago
I am so happy that you have found a place to call home where you have folks around you that care. Finding a community where everyone looks out for each other is not an easy thing to do these days. People are either too busy with life or just don’t take the time to meet neighbors. 10 years ago I knew all of my neighbors on this block. It isn’t like…[Read more]
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