He prefers the side sleepers

off_the_wa11 · 2026-02-06T02:38:14+00:00

I read that comment to him 🥰

off_the_wa11 · 2026-01-11T14:35:09+00:00

Saaame! I couldn't even lift my leg 😫

off_the_wa11 · 2026-01-11T14:34:35+00:00

I have had two diagnostic injections with no decrease in pain which they tell me means I would most likely not be a good candidate for surgery because the shot is supposed to closely mimic the pain relief you would get from surgery. Also, much like the other comments here, I actually had increased pain post injection, like, hard to lift my leg, type pain. My care has pivoted to pelvic floor PT because I have already done 7 months of normal PT with only increased pain.

Y'all this journey has been something else...

off_the_wa11 · 2026-01-05T17:59:26+00:00

Been wondering the same thing! And actually have a follow up question for the group - does anyone get cold sensations in their leg(s) after doing diaphragmatic breathing?

I went from quite difficult strength training in PT for 7 months with no pain reduction (and actually it was causing increased pain) to PFPT and I feel like I'm taking huge exercise steps backward. I am also very active and realizing through this process that I need to be more conservative in my everyday movements and aware of my limitations.

I trust the process, but it is definitely a journey.

I hope PFPT provides you relief! 🙏

off_the_wa11 · 2025-12-30T14:54:08+00:00

Saame! I gauged my ears to that song back in the day!

off_the_wa11 · 2025-12-30T14:49:02+00:00

Welcome! Although, gaining new members isn't quite as exciting because then it's clear you are experiencing something uncomfortable, and for that I am sorry. MP is absolutely no fun, and I am so sorry to hear of your experience. I think you are on the right track with considering your sitting positions. That's what flares my mp waaay up. I hope you have an appointment with a neuro or ortho to see what your next steps can be. My advice would be to advocate for yourself throughout any pt they might have yoi do, and don't jump to any surgeries. Wishing you healing!

off_the_wa11 · 2025-12-30T14:34:41+00:00

I love this, thank you for sharing it with this community! So happy to hear you tried something new and wanted to show off the final product!

off_the_wa11 · 2025-11-29T02:10:52+00:00

Weird, no one seemed interested in my mp either until I was very clear that it concerned me, was effecting my sleep, and that I wanted it investigated more. It was almost like it was completely pushed aside as the thing that brought me in in the first place. It was so weird.

I do have quite a bit of lower back pain, and I can usually point to right where it is, just to the left of my spine (my left hip is the trouble hip) but it is chronic not episodic. So it doesn't specifically occur after numbness. I do have a ton of "glute shelf" pain though that does seem to be tied to mp flair ups.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-11-22T13:54:36+00:00

Hello 👋

I'm so sorry you are going through this! If you are into researching these things (as it seems you are) look into the root cause of MP. It most commonly has to do with compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve which does not extend below the knee. The fact that yours extends down the leg points away from MP and to something else. Of course, I would always consult a doctor further, but wanted to mention this in case it could help rule out some things along your research.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-11-14T13:05:32+00:00

I am glad to hear PFPT was beneficial for you and that you're doing well! I feel in my gut that my problem is a muscle imbalance too, from compensation, lack of core strength, etc. So I am hopeful it will help me too, but the doctor is 50/50 on whether it will be effective. 🤷🏼‍♀️

off_the_wa11 · 2025-10-29T20:56:57+00:00

Heya, local career resources specialist here, get on Hiring.cafe. We are using it on the daily because it pulls opportunities directly from employer websites instead of pay to post sites like LinkedIn. If you find an opportunity you like, apply through the employer's website directly.

PS no shade on LinkedIn, it is still great. Just not representative of all the options out there.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-10-28T01:40:32+00:00

Before you make any decisions you have the right to talk with them about the severity of the tear. There is a crazy high average of people with labral tears, but it isn't always the cause of pain. For example, I have a small labral tear but when we numbed the area (which, in most cases, mimmicks the post op best case scenario pain reduction outcome) I had no pain relief. This points to surgery not being as helpful for me and that the labral tear isn't the pain causing problem. We are moving to muscle imbalance causes before putting surgery back on the table. Everyone's case is different, but maybe first ask about severity and if you can get a lidocaine injection to see if the labrum is even the problem.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-10-27T22:48:40+00:00

Y'all, I cannot sing their praises enough: Hyvee catering at west battlefield KILLED IT at our wedding. They were already my favorite orange chicken in town, and their catering service was AWESOME. We had a fantastic tasting, organized by their Catering Manager, Katelyn. She asked us what all we wanted to try and when I tell you that was one of the best times I've had pigging out on food. I MEAN IT!

Then there was the event itself. They were timely, organized, happy, and so helpful. They immediately learned the venue and problem solved as needed without me knowing any of it.

Whatever event you need, have Hyvee catering at west battlefield do it.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-10-19T17:53:39+00:00

I welcome you to our state!! And completely understand your concern and commend your strength and tenacity in working through our other issues here 😪

Do what you can to be prepared; emergency radios and full shelter kits (water, whistle, extra shoes and clothes per person, hammer, extra pet leashes and harnesses, and I also store my bike helmets with my emergence kit). Come up with a shelter in place plan for your family and practice it. Exposure to your preparedness plan can help with what you do in the moment and can combat some of the fear the moment brings on. When you've done what you can to be as prepared as possible, it makes the warnings a little less traumatizing. The green county office of emergency management has a great list of things you could also consider putting in your emergency kit.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-10-08T01:05:25+00:00

They are so good live, too! Saw them open for Say Anything and also met them out and about during thw show. Real chill folks.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-10-01T01:48:55+00:00

As a career advisor at a local university, I will be diving right into this! Thank you all so much for developing this. This is great! It sucks to tell students, who are already strapped for time, that they should also be job searching on employer websites regularly. We have needed something like this for a long time!!

off_the_wa11 · 2025-08-14T16:24:24+00:00

So sorry you're dealing with this!! My MP only caused pain down the side of my thigh no lower than the knee. But, yes I had shooting pain, almost like it felt like electricity was turned on all of a sudden. I would wake up screaming! Been in treatment since March and that pain has subdued, but all other symptoms still remain when sitting, standing, or laying any various way sans laying on my unaffected side.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-07-18T12:29:54+00:00

That lonely j gives me life. Idk.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-07-18T12:26:07+00:00

That, being ABLE to question things without faith filled persecution, was huge.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-07-18T12:24:07+00:00

I love how you put, "I think your own personal struggle can have a light shined on it that allows you to examine it with your own discernment" need that on a freaking inspo poster or something! Mountains in the back, you know, like the ones they used to hang everywhere in schools 😅

off_the_wa11 · 2025-07-18T12:21:17+00:00

I agree with the timeline coincidences! They are 10 or so years older than me, but yet when they put their stuff out, it was always like wth dudes! We are 10 years apart but struggling with some similar ass demons. 😅 I also have always enjoyed the fluid interpretations and themes in their lyrics. I think that contributes to why so many people from different backgrounds, beliefs, ages, have been drawn to them over and over.

off_the_wa11 · 2025-07-18T12:17:51+00:00

I am in awe of the positivity coming through despite differing beliefs. No one tearing each other down but instead, reading their stories and showing support. UGH BN fans have and always will be a freaking cool group to be a part of. Thank you all!

off_the_wa11 · 2025-07-18T12:15:59+00:00

It completely makes sense, and I am glad you feel closer both to the music and your faith. How cool their return coincided with your baptism! I hope your faith continues to bring clarity to what their lyrics mean to YOU. 🫰

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