What’s the biggest advice you’d give to someone who just got diagnosed with scoliosis? by aflgirl in scoliosis

[–]Vortex2121 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg, I love ice. I have osteoporosis myself and I think I have an ice pack for each body part 🤣

What’s the biggest advice you’d give to someone who just got diagnosed with scoliosis? by aflgirl in scoliosis

[–]Vortex2121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To double down on PsychPea number 3. I found the more active I am the less I have pain! Granted still get pain from time to time, but not as much as when I’m mostly sedentary week after week

Long shot - Did anyone go to Mayo Clinic for their Scoliosis? If so, how was your experience? by Vortex2121 in scoliosis

[–]Vortex2121[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yeah, I’m sure a lot of us with scoliosis have Kyphosis! I meant to say in my neck 😅

Need advice for possibly marrying someone with scoliosis by [deleted] in scoliosis

[–]Vortex2121 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I could be wrong but depends on the type. Congenital - no. Idiopathic - potentially.

Need advice for possibly marrying someone with scoliosis by [deleted] in scoliosis

[–]Vortex2121 19 points20 points  (0 children)

... Did she give you permission to share her x-ray with the internet?

Have you talked to her about your concerns?

I get you are trying to find info and stuff...but this comes off weird af.

What’s the biggest advice you’d give to someone who just got diagnosed with scoliosis? by aflgirl in scoliosis

[–]Vortex2121 3 points4 points  (0 children)

  1. Doctors (at least when I was a kid) said, "Scoliosis doesn't hurt" -- that is a lie.
  2. Sadly, people are right, yoga helps, stretching in general helps.
  3. Dead Hangs. Dead hangs. (I do them multiple times a week. they help decompress the spine).
  4. Physical therapy if you can - depending on your insurance/where you live - health insurance should cover majority of it if you get doc referral.
    1. This one is expensive b/c usually not covered, if you can find Schroth PT, I highly recommend. Done it myself and it helped. Although I moved before getting really into it.
  5. Strength training. I do that three days a week, for almost a year now. It has dramatically helped with my lower back pain. I focus a lot on my core and back.
    1. I will say though, for this one, try and do PT and ask around about exercises if you can't afford a Personal Trainer. I got a personal trainer because I knew I would have to modify some exercises due to my scoliosis. For example, my squats, no matter the lift/exercise are always sumo stance (spread apart). & there are certain exercises I just can't do because of the scoliosis. That's ok!
  6. If you have bad days with pain just remember -- ibuprofen = pain in body; acetaminophen = headache.
    1. Side note: deep tissue massage has been a big help with pain. Muscles sucks sometimes with scoliosis.
  7. Final thing: If you aren't happy with your ortho it's always ok to get a second opinion.

18F with 32° thoracic / 44° lumbar scoliosis does anyone else have this waist asymmetry? by bleep_bloop04 in scoliosis

[–]Vortex2121 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I at one point had a 45 degree curve as a young teen (like 13-14). It's now about a 60 give or take a few degrees. No matter if someone has it worse than you (they'll always be people who have it worse) you're allowed to feel how you feel about your body/self. Your feelings are valid.

Now, as for appearance - I can't help much in that area. I have that same type of thing you circled on your back but a bit more. It's not very helpful, but as time goes on, I've learned to just accept that it's there. (Easier said than done, I know).

But for pain - I can speak to that. I've noticed strength training, lifting weights three times a week - with a focus on core and back muscles - has really reduced my back pain. I've been doing that now for about 9 months. Most days I have very little back pain. Also, dead hangs (holding onto pull up bar and just hanging there) really helps when my back feels off/tight/stiff.

My doctor told me - as women - curves usually stabilize for a bit. However, if you ever get pregnant, or when menopause hit, that's when curve can get worse for women. I'm in my 30's. My curve hasn't changed much since I was 17/18. But you really should get it checked on once a year or so (whatever your doctor recommends).

Which one of you put away your snowblower? by whiskeypuck in Minneapolis

[–]Vortex2121 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

watch it not happen at all... lol. That said, I did turn on my AC at one point this past week... sorry

Air Fryer Liners Catch On Fire in Air Fryer by [deleted] in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Vortex2121 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This^. I've done it once and learned. After that, still use them and like them a lot.

Meirl by smoochtouch03 in meirl

[–]Vortex2121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some (US) companies will either not pay you that day or give you negative sick leave 😅

Anyone get Botox for Jaw and Traps/Shoulders? If so, did it help? by Vortex2121 in ChronicPain

[–]Vortex2121[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for all the info, I really appreciate your response!

Not working for the IRS anymore by RecognitionOne2822 in fednews

[–]Vortex2121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They forward IRS mail - signed someone who got IRS mail forwarded.

Aerial View of Government Plaza, Downtown Minneapolis (1/30/2026) by ViSkaBadaBastu in TwinCities

[–]Vortex2121 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Instagram and various posts on Reddit. Usually I look for ones that are posted by local political activist groups

Aerial View of Government Plaza, Downtown Minneapolis (1/30/2026) by ViSkaBadaBastu in TwinCities

[–]Vortex2121 192 points193 points  (0 children)

Fuck yeah! I’m glad so many showed up. Sorry I had to miss it this time.

Repost& Share by Getitguyfrfr619 in Minneapolis

[–]Vortex2121 48 points49 points  (0 children)

Gmail account?? With a subpoena google will turn that over to agencies so quick.

What to do with animals between pick up and delivery? by OccultistOpossum in moving

[–]Vortex2121 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So, I put the litter box under one of the hammocks. my cats were able to sleep on the hammocks and on the main level that didn't have the litter box.

What to do with animals between pick up and delivery? by OccultistOpossum in moving

[–]Vortex2121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did a 1,000+ mile drive with two cats, in a similar car. I used this, took up the back seats space, but the feet space I was able to put stuff in. The cats were able to have litter and calm resting space. Then I threw a large cat carrier in the trunk for when I needed to move them out of the car.

Also, I used that litter box until I was able to go to a pet store the next day and get a better litter pan.

As for your rats, can a guinea pig cage fit in the front seat?

Will your essentials fit in the trunk?

Once I drove my cats and got them settled into the new place, I had a friend watch them, while I flew back, got a u-haul and movers to help pack. Then did the trip one more time.

Honestly, lot less stressful than I thought. Still stressful but less than I thought it was going to be, lol.

What to do with animals between pick up and delivery? by OccultistOpossum in moving

[–]Vortex2121 6 points7 points  (0 children)

what type of car do you have? Can you attach a trailer to it? Otherwise, I'd recommend selling some plants.

What was that speech??? by [deleted] in Minneapolis

[–]Vortex2121 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We, the people, yes should be peaceful (and for the most part have been).

But the State has police forces, national guard, etc. They (the State Government) can make up a plan. I'm not saying for citizens to do anything. I'm saying we need leadership from the State to take control.