notme
Extremely helpful member
- Joined
- Apr 3, 2011
- Messages
- 2,605
- Reason
- PALS
- Diagnosis
- 08/2011
- Country
- US
- State
- Fl
- City
- Orlando
Hi Guys,
I'm having some problems with increased spasticity and cramps again, and with my other meds, don't really want to increase the baclofen.
For the last ten days or so, I've been taking daily walks with my daughter. It seems to help a bit, at least short term, but I was wondering if it's safe to walk like I am or if it will ultimately make my UMN issues worse?
I always use my rollater walker when we go, and, of course, my 02 tank.
I tried some strength training for my arms, as I can no longer lift my mug to my mouth, but even using resistance bands, I ended up tearing a muscle apparently, as i had a literally 5 inch across bruise and lump on my bicep by that night. It started smaller, but kept growing til it was huge.
What are some safe ways to maintain the little strength I have left in my arms? I felt no discomfort when I was using the bands. Trying to just work my hands and lower arms causes too severe of cramps and spasms.
I'm adapting to the new me, but I want to try to get otherwise healthy, so don't want to give up the walks if I don't have to. After a week, I'm not getting too short of breath if I go very slowly and use the 02, though my sats drop quite a bit if I try to lessen the 02.
I'm overweight, and I can't help but think I'd have less pain and cramps if I can exercise and get in shape.
One huge benefit has been I've lost a a pants size already.
Also, do any of you notice a complete loss of appetite if you exercise? I try to drink more water, but it makes me very nauseated.
I'm having some problems with increased spasticity and cramps again, and with my other meds, don't really want to increase the baclofen.
For the last ten days or so, I've been taking daily walks with my daughter. It seems to help a bit, at least short term, but I was wondering if it's safe to walk like I am or if it will ultimately make my UMN issues worse?
I always use my rollater walker when we go, and, of course, my 02 tank.
I tried some strength training for my arms, as I can no longer lift my mug to my mouth, but even using resistance bands, I ended up tearing a muscle apparently, as i had a literally 5 inch across bruise and lump on my bicep by that night. It started smaller, but kept growing til it was huge.
What are some safe ways to maintain the little strength I have left in my arms? I felt no discomfort when I was using the bands. Trying to just work my hands and lower arms causes too severe of cramps and spasms.
I'm adapting to the new me, but I want to try to get otherwise healthy, so don't want to give up the walks if I don't have to. After a week, I'm not getting too short of breath if I go very slowly and use the 02, though my sats drop quite a bit if I try to lessen the 02.
I'm overweight, and I can't help but think I'd have less pain and cramps if I can exercise and get in shape.
One huge benefit has been I've lost a a pants size already.
Also, do any of you notice a complete loss of appetite if you exercise? I try to drink more water, but it makes me very nauseated.