The epidural L5-S1 shots are definitely working. I have virtually no sciatica now. Still occasional give outs of the right knee, but at much reduced frequency. My regular doc said give it a week to work and it has been that and a little more. So, I am happy. Doing regular stretches and abdominal strengthening now every morning. One side effect: last night I was awakened by a total charlie horsing of my left foot with the toes locked in the up position. Forcing them down with my right foot didn't work right away. I have had this happen rarely in the past. Eventually the cramping stopped and I was able to return to sleep.
Long car rides are now easier but I'm not home free. I need to get out of the car on a regular basis. But getting to Colorado was much easier after the shots than it would have been before. And the wine fest was a blast. Off to fish this week at Lake Powell.
MCL (mantle cell lymphoma, for those who forget) is currently in the rear view mirror. Here's hoping it stays there a long time.
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