Yes! Another post! 3 in 4 months time? What is going on? A lot actually. I think most is positive in the long run.
I have struggled with my A1C & cholesterol #s for the past few years. I do good and they drop and then I eat the wrong stuff and it rises. I was considered pre-diabetes & then diabetic but "diet controlled" for so long. This year my #'s jumped. My doctor gave me a stern talking to and gave me 3 more months to get in shape.
I tried. I thought I was doing good--but my A1C jumped and here I am clearly in the diabetic category-Diabetes controlled with medication. Yes I am now on meds to regulate my blood glucose. This probably was a good thing as I've seen the results of people with unregulated blood glucose. I started eating healthy, took my meds, & really started watching my choices
Additionally in June I used the free membership to the Rec Center & began using their therapy pool. It was suggested that I start water therapy in prep for the RFA procedure.
Between all that I've maintained my blood glucose in normal range, built up my core with walking in the pool, eaten better & log all my meals and have lost approx 20# in just over a month's time.
Very proud of that.
I also had my 1st RFA on the 24th. Did my first walk outside with the hub & pups this weekend. I walked a significant (my small) part of the trail (includes a big hill) and survived without any excruciating pain. Hoping temps start to drop so i can do more.
my membership is coming to an end next week. I have to decide if I want to pay $40/mo to keep it or just go to paying $8/visit. I really do love the water therapy/walking in the water. I don't like the whole showering & chlorine smell afterwards--but It is my favorite form of exercise.
I may not be super active, but compared to before June, I'm rocking it.
Just how well the RFA was successful is still "in process" as it may take up to a few weeks for the nerve to 'die'.
to be continued......
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