Frump to Fab 2024

SandyShores

FreetodoasIlike said:

@SandyShores. My GP gave up on me after my hip showed nothing and the MRI scan showed wear and tear of the facet joints. She just recommended NHS group physio (twice a month) which was absolutely useless. I’ve tried a few private physiotherapists but never a chiropractor so I will definitely look into this. I feel fine now after my funny turn bit I must admit it was scary at the time. 

It works for me Freetodoaslike, just make sure you get a chiropractor who treats the whole body not just the area that's giving you pain.  If I was looking for a new one I would ask them what kind of treatments they use and whether they treat the whole body or just the area causing the pain.  For example, mine also does a bit of massage, uses a massage machine and a kind of clicker (which I prefer because I don't like the neck twist movement).  Previous chiropractors (interestingly all men) have just done some clicking/twisting and nothing more.  

I also recommend this physio's website for some self diagnosis or complementary exercises - there's a few ads but he's also got a fb page which is probably better.

Taking care of my skeleton and muscles is definitely a priority for me, its the framework for starting to be fab.  I love the memories Helen, it sounds amazing.  Another one here though that probably has hearing loss from the discos and nightclubs we used to go to.  We quite often used to go outside at the end of the night with ears ringing.  I haven't had my ears tested yet, not sure where to start, but I definitely have some issues.

helensbiggestfan

No, I haven't had my ears tested yet either. Lol. But I just know there's some hearing loss.   Im fine in general day to day, it doesn't affect me socially. It is just I need to crank up the volume on the tv. Sometimes I also use subtitles.  Not a problem, I live alone in a detached house so I am not upsetting anyone. 

Well good morning lovely ladies.   How are we all.  

Not feeling all that fab if I am honest.  I have been struggling with a tummy upset.....dodgy chicken. 😱.  It's been a rough couple of days and although I am starting to feel a little better I still feel rather fragile.  

Today it's raining so what with the weather and feeling a tad delicate I am having an at home day.  I have just been doing some life admin, paying some bills, ordered some bits and pieces from Amazon to save me having to trawl round the shops when I don't really feel up to it. Going to have a good tidy up and then try some gentle exercises. I haven't been able to exercise for a few days due to my tummy upset and I am feeling lethargic and rather stiff. Need to get moving.

Other than that no news......

keeeeep fabbing.💕

Makingabobor2

Oh no, hope your tummy issues improve. Not moving much does make you lethargic, I agree. I hurt my foot on Friday so had a quiet weekend resting it, but felt so tired by Monday. 
Feeling a bit more fab today, as been for a hair trim & dentist appt. Also a few bit of clothes from Vinted have arrived, which is great

thepurplepixie

I don't generally have hearing issues the exception being telephone calls, I mainly use the phone to talk to my kids or grandkids and they all use mobiles and I think the sound quality isn't as good as a landline but maybe I'm kidding myself.

SandyShores

thepurplepixie said:

I don't generally have hearing issues the exception being telephone calls, I mainly use the phone to talk to my kids or grandkids and they all use mobiles and I think the sound quality isn't as good as a landline but maybe I'm kidding myself.

Maybe purplepixie, but my mum has one of those old cordless phones and the sound quality is awful.  Much better when she's on the mobile.

thepurplepixie

SandyShores said:

thepurplepixie said:

I don't generally have hearing issues the exception being telephone calls, I mainly use the phone to talk to my kids or grandkids and they all use mobiles and I think the sound quality isn't as good as a landline but maybe I'm kidding myself.

Maybe purplepixie, but my mum has one of those old cordless phones and the sound quality is awful.  Much better when she's on the mobile.

I suppose it varies with the model, the connection etc.  I find them doing handsfree is the worst, I think they must forget and look away or something and the sound goes right down.

My good news is I actually got a GP appointment.  I've had problems with chest infections since covid in February 2022 but only ever had telephone consultations.  Well after nearly choking to death in the night when I woke up in a coughing fit and couldn't get my breath I pushed for an appointment and got one.  He's a new young doctor, only just joined the practice but he was very nice, very thorough and he said I have very little air intake in my left lung.  I have stronger antibiotics, sputum test tomorrow and promise of an xray in 2 weeks if things aren't sorted.  I feel like I've won the lottery.  Crazy isn't it, 2 or 3 years ago I would have just assumed getting a GP appointment was straightforward.

SandyShores

Oh that's awful @thepurplepixie, I hate not being to catch my breath - had a chest infection earlier in the year and it feels like someone is sat on your chest.  Hope you get things sorted.  

Yes my mum has a cordless phone from the ark, ours is fine (I think).  With the mobile phone, if I take the cover off she seems to be able to hear me better, but I never thought it was about the handsfree - will give it a go.

Wednesday2000

I had a bacterial infection in March and also felt like I couldn't breathe at night, especially when I turned over! It is horrible. I had to be on 8 antibiotics a day for a week.

I am feeling very un-fab at the moment. I am going to book myself in for a haircut and I need to book the hygienist too. I think I will buy an electric toothbrush. I have so many problems with them though as they always seem to break. 

We are going to the beach today with my dog as it is meant to be nice weather today. I am going to have a hair treatment beforehand. I have had a massive declutter of clothes and I need some new ones. I always usually go to chazzers, but I think I need to buy some new clothes as I can't seem to find anything I really like lately. I just need a few go-to summer dresses.

helensbiggestfan

Hello Lovely Ladies. 

Hoping the poorly ones get better soon.  

My tummy has finally settled down a bit now.  It wasn't pleasant. 😱😂.   Still feeling tired and lethargic.  Just catching up with laundry and  housework today.  Dull and overcast today.....bit like my mood. Ha ha.  

Wednesday.......I could do with a shopping trip for proper new clothes too, the chazzers have been very disappointing of late.  Maybe I'll have more enthusiasm next week.  

Wednesday2000

helensbiggestfan said:

Wednesday.......I could do with a shopping trip for proper new clothes too, the chazzers have been very disappointing of late.  Maybe I'll have more enthusiasm next week.  

Yes. It is strange. I thought the chazzers were really good when I moved here, but I haven't found that much lately either. I wonder what the reason is.

I feel much better after my lovely coastal walk this morning. It was quite hot by the sea and I think I have caught the sun a bit. I use SPF 25, but maybe I need to up to a higher dose.