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Hello everyone,
I would really appreciate your help with an interpretation. I am having some major physical difficulties in which I have a very sharp pain in my low back that shoots down my leg and causes numbness, inflamation and sometimes muscle spasms. I have been to see 2 different chiropractors in the last month and have been going twice weekly, and nothing is helping. Finally, the second doctor I have been seeing has decided that we have to do x-rays and possibly an MRI to find out what is going on (I still think it is extremely weird that chiros in my area apparently only do x-rays AFTER they begin to think they don't know what is wrong with you– in the past I only saw practitioners who did that FIRST! But oh well). Anyway this problem has caused me so much ongoing pain that it is difficult to function. I am really nervous b/c the chiro seems to think that I have a bulging disc (which he knows how to treat) but on top of that is really concerned that something else is going on that he can't pinpoint, b/c I am not responding to treatment the way he would expect. I am really nervous about this, because it is affecting my quality of life so much. And on top of it I do not have steady work right now so am scared about being able to pay for whatever treatment I end up needing. I have been looking up all of the possible things that could be wrong with me. And of course Web MD always lists Cancer as a possibility lol. And that really freaks me out, but the thing is that I have also recently had lady trouble (heavy spotting to the point of being an actual full on period between periods– I am usually ridiculously regular, like down to the hour almost) And WebMD says both sciatic nerve pain (which I have) and the irregular bleeding could be evidence of a tumor!!! :eek: I am super freaked out. Anyway, I think that is probably not the case b/c when I asked the IChing: "Do I have cancer?" The answer was 14.4.5.6– which sounds good to me. Just now I asked, "Why is my sciatic nerve hurting?" The answer was hexagram 2.6. Can anyone help me to interpret what this might mean? I have a general feeling for the hex but not in association with health concerns.

I would greatly appreciate your help.

Thanks,
Jen :bows:
 

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How/when did the pain start?
What is your physical fitness/activity level?
how do you use your body? (Roughly/gently, rapidly/patiently...etc)

I lived with severe back pain for twenty years from an injury that i didnt get treated right away.
The flair ups would get so bad i'd need assistance to get from a lying to standing position or i'd have to forcefully
slam my back on a hard floor to pop things back in place (from muscle spasms)
I saw doctors and chiropractors and physical therapists with very little improvement.

I found a tai chi school that had a qigong (chinese yoga) class.
After 3 months of qigong exercise the pain was gone.
Gone.
I can punch the area that used to hurt from the slightest touch and feel no pain.

All that being said, get checked out to make sure it isnt a herniated disk or bone pressing on a nerve,
Then go from there.

I'm still thinking about your reading...
How would you characterise your temperment? (Specifically refering to anger)
 

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2.6 refers to dragons battling in a field, combat that gets bloody. This points to major power struggles and the physical damages that result from them. Does anything in that ring a bell? I'm sorry that you are in such pain. It is difficult to live with pain like that. Sometimes acupuncture can give a great deal of relief and even make the pain go away.
 

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Thanks for your replies Moss and Ginnie,

To answer your questions Moss–

The pain started around mid December.

My fitness level is probably low, despite the fact that I am very active. I am an artist, and my studio is on a 3 floor walk up and a 30 min walk or 10 min bike ride from my house. So just getting there is physical, and then I stand on my feet and lift and hammer things while standing all day. This happens 3-5 times a week when I have time and more like 1-2 times a week when I am working a lot. When I am working at my regular job I sit a lot b/c I am a designer.

So in all, activity level varies a lot, but when I am active I am very rough on my body (moon in aries– if you know astrology) I'm very impetuous and full of energy.

Hmm... the chinese yoga sounds interesting. I have been doing some yoga stretches, and they do help a bit. But I am very worried b/c my doc has noted that they are helping but not fixing things. He is concerned b/c he says my hip is not moving at all when he tries to adjust it. He has done almost the equivalent of what you are talking about (slamming yourself on the floor), using a weird method where he had slammed the adjusting table down while applying pressure to try to make it move, and it did not. It's really weird. He feels that the stretches are just stretching the muscles, and as long as I am completely out of alignment will not improve :( b/c the muscles will always be pulled back to the position of the stubborn bones.

Ginnie, as far as the power struggles, I don't know. I know I've had a lot of emotional trauma recently...that may not have been processed. I lost a close relative last year on Christmas Day. My relationship with her was always a struggle. She was very narcissistic and controlling in a weird way. It was almost a relief when she passed, but just to illustrate the intensity of her spirit, there was a small tornado as she passed. It was completely gone after she was gone, only lasting about 10 minutes. It seemed a strange metaphor for her as a being....later the power went out with a strong gust of wind as we talked about her. I feel she was angry at me...we had discussed removing her from life support, but she saved us the trouble and died while on life support. I get a stiff neck just thinking of it.

Anyway, it's all metaphorical. I have not had any physical struggles with anyone, no.

As for your other question, Moss, I have anger issues for sure. The weird thing is that I feel I am finally letting them go and experiencing more joy in life in general. It's odd to me that they would physically manifest now as they seem to be passing for me...

I feel I'm on a tangent, I don't know. Ginnie, I'd like to try acupuncture but don't think I can afford it. Everything is a mess really. Although, it's also the best it has ever been in other ways. I don't know how to explain...My life is really a strong dichotomy of sheer amazingness and the depths of horror simultaneously right now...I feel a bit numb. Maybe my body is just mirroring this, but of course I've got to solve it, it's so painful. Just debilitating.

Thanks so much for your empathy and concern.
 

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Have you checked for fibroids? Your symptoms point to that. You need to do an ultra sound it will show everything. There is no treatment for the pain the physio does nothing for it. Try to take tylenal 3 extra strength for the pain. I used to work at a clinic. Go see a gynocologist prefer a woman and tell her about sciatic nerve pain which is connected to leg problems) and tell her also about heavy bleeding and if she's experienced she'll tell you right away. Doctor will also have to do a blood test for loss of blood. oh and yoga is the best for it!!! Good luck
 

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Thanks Cornucopia,
Maybe that's a possibility, but the weird thing is that I literally just went to the gyno about 2 weeks before the weird bleeding thing happened. They checked me out and said everything is all good. Is that something they would have noticed in a routine examination? I have been taking ibuprophen and lots of natural anti-inflammatories too. I need to stretch and do more yoga I think yes.

Jen
 

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Yeah, the chiropractors have adjusted me every know way possible. The one I am going to now, yes looks at my gait and tries to align my leg lengths every time by adjusting my hips. My hips won't move.

Everything else on me moves fine, but when he tries to do the hips, they just stay locked. He is perplexed. It's on my left side. He got the hip to move a little last time, but not much. I have been doing exercises and taking muscle relaxers and everything else.

I am starting to think it's a bone spur or something, that's why I was hoping someone could see something in this reading...I'm going for x-rays on Monday though, so hopefully we will figure it out!
 

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The left side deals with incoming energy. Have you been resisting change? or taking on more responsibility? Any issues with codependent or enabling relationships lately? Just some food for thought... good luck with the x-rays!
 

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Thanks Cornucopia,
Maybe that's a possibility, but the weird thing is that I literally just went to the gyno about 2 weeks before the weird bleeding thing happened. They checked me out and said everything is all good. Is that something they would have noticed in a routine examination? I have been taking ibuprophen and lots of natural anti-inflammatories too. I need to stretch and do more yoga I think yes.

Jen

Hi Jen a routine check does not show it. You have to tell them to specifically check for fibroids. You need to do an ultrasound with the camera thing. Remember doctors don't bother if you don't do the research yourself. You go back and insist for ultrasound and specific blood tests. You need to see a specialist.

Who recommended physio? The doctor. I'd stop the physio thing it could make things worse. Wait until you get the right prognosis. You seem to be dealing with the wrong people. Don't depend on the I Ching for health matters pls.
 

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I am not relying on the Iching for health haha– obviously that's why I am seeing doctors! I just thought I would ask b/c know one can figure it out as of right now.

I really don't think I have fibroids though. I checked all the other symptoms and don't have any of them outside of the "extra" period. I think it may have just been caused by stress...that is normal and has happened to me before.

As for doing stretches and yoga, both chiros recommended it. If I simply had a bulding disc as they originally thought, it would have helped. It did seem to be helping anyway. I am afraid to do much for fear of further injuring myself too though...

Will get the x-rays on Monday and go from there.
 

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Hey 1 eleven,

I've taken on A LOT more responsibility in the last year. I don't think I'm resisting change though..my life is in constant flux and has been for several years. The responsibility thing though...yeah I have been doing a lot of stuff I am super uncomfortable with in the last year. All really good stuff with my career, but I stay in a constant state of anxiety over it...I have taken on lots of leadership roles from teaching at the college level for the first time to beginning to curate exhibitions to public speaking. So ya pretty much constant state of change and new things recently. Also, I am losing my roommate of the last 4 years at the end of this month. She has been my friend for 30 years, it's a big change. I don't think I'm resisting it per se, but it is stressful. She's like my sister. She has been in this city with me the entire time I've been here, and it was taking a big plunge to move here..

No co-dependent or enabling relationships at all really though aside from with the roommate. I mean I think for the most part we are supportive in a healthy way, but it's true we cut each other slack on things other would not put up with...don't think it really qualifies as co-dependent though. I have finally gotten most of those kinds of relationships out of my life!
 

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Well, just to update. I had my x-rays taken and saw the doc today to discuss. I have scoliosis (which I actually already knew)– have had it since I was a kid. My low back is pretty crooked, but good news– no disc degeneration at all! YAY! Also, nothing else unusual showed up, and the doc thinks I'm on the road to recovery. He also thinks that I have been just super tensed-up, and that is why he couldn't move my hip. I stretched more and meditated the last two days and was already experiencing some relief. Then, when I came in, I was much more relaxed, and he was able to move my hips just fine. So overall, excellent prognosis. Looking back I wonder if the dragons in the meadow line was something about forgiveness though... I do think the body and mind are very connected. I have been doing a forgiveness meditation the past few days. I think I'm really releasing something, b/c I felt so much relief today and even cried. Also felt a lot more flexibility and strength when doing my stretching/yoga session. Overall feel much more positive and happy :)

Thanks to all for your responses.
 

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Forgiveness is strong therapy! So glad you're feeling better.
 

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