It feels like I’ve spent more time on airplanes than on the ground lately. Two weeks ago, I flew to a new city four days out of the week, and each destination took two airplane rides.
And it’s not over. I have three trips scheduled within the next two weeks.
Needless to say, I’m tired.
So it wasn’t a surprise to me when my shoulder started to ache. Then my jaw locked. And later my foot hurt whenever I put on heels. I went to flats full-time. (Side note: I NEVER travel in heels, and neither should you. Trampling through airports in four-inch stilletos is a recipe for pain.)
Same-day visits to the chiropractor and podiatrist confirmed a sprained neck and toe.
I know it sounds ridiculous, but I’m not kidding. I got two scripts for Naproxen and a Cortisone steroid plus a recommendation for a travel pillow.
While on my latest business trip, I met a Navy vet who was diagnosed with gout. He was my age!
He described excruciating pain that left him unable to stand. Fortunately, with diet and medication, he got back to life.
It made me realize a sprained toe isn’t all that bad!
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Happy Thanksgiving, Diva!
Bummer about your sprained toe! Wow, you travel a lot! I hope your toe gets better soon! Good luck!
I knew someone who was diagnosed with gout and all I knew about the illness is that he could no longer play basketball.That alone made me not want to ever find out for myself.
Sounds like sensible shoes are in order. Mom was right about those too–darn it.I do love my heels though–just not for heavy lifting.
That is a lot of traveling. It's not wonder you are feeling pain. I hope you get to relax at home soon.
My hubby was diagnosed with gout at 22, so yes, it happens. He suffers from the most severe bouts of pain and stiffness. Diet modifications and daily preventive medicine help keep him feeling well. But when an attack sets in, I feel so sorry for him.
It must have been something in the air! My daughter spent last week dealing with a sprained toe and a sprained instep. You two need to stay away from me!