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@debrap57
Exactly how did the first PT treat you?
Were you asked to do exercises? I understand the spasming. It has to be addressed very tenderly and then deeper layers in time. Stretching and strengthening are no no s initially then very gradually.
Open conversations with your therapist are very very important. It really is a yo-yo condition but if you keep going back at least twice a week, you should see improvement. If the first therapist was too aggressive- You must tell that therapist. everybody’s different therapist tend to not understand that it takes a long time to release them. and sometimes they never fully release alobg with the muscle spasm payback. But the PT can release the muscle spasm that was cost. I live in that cycle of release and spasm that’s why insurance is important. I’ve also found dry needling done by a PT helpful, but it didn’t include stretching and strength strengthening. using binders ice heat vibration rest and being careful about using core muscles too much is important. having adhesions for a long time means you are going to be uncomfortable most likely, and it is going to hurt to work on them. Don’t give up.

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@resilience the PT would manually work on releasing the adhesions. She did have me do exercises. At one point she had me using the elastic pull down and stretch side to side. She said it was important to keep moving so the adhesions don't harden and get worse. I can't even walk correctly. She told me to stop walking on the walking pad. But my muscles have become so weak because I've become more sedentary. I had 2 orthopedic surgeries last year that had me non weight bearing for several months. She showed me stretching exercises but said do them every other day. What are your thoughts? Should I be slow walking on the pad ? Should I be stretching? I haven't socialized because I can't sit up. It's ridiculous. Have your adhesions affected your stomach and digestion?