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Yesterday I had PRP injections in both shoulders. I made a video for you - see below.
This is for treating a partial thickness tear in my Susprinatus muscle. It was an interesting experience. First they draw blood (like Count Dracula). Then they put into a centrifuge and spin it for 30 minutes.
They separate the plasma, platelets & white blood cells and red blood cells. The highly-concentrated platelets are then injected directly into damaged tissue to stimulate the body’s own healing process.
The pain was minimal because they used freezing. Last night and this morning however, I was in a lot of pain. It's temporary so I'm not worried. It sure was an interesting experience!
Posted : May 9, 2023 12:03
Clayton reacted
Robert, I hope that the therapy works 👍, that the thickness tear in the muscle dissolves and that you can play the guitar again without any problems.
Get well soon,
Birgit
Posted : May 10, 2023 01:41
robert reacted
Nice backing track for the Shoulder video. RR, How about you post the backing track and we take a shot at adding in some guitar?
And now, the latest hit from PRP and the Injections!
Good luck with your recovery and be kind to those shoulders.
Posted : May 10, 2023 07:08
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Posted : May 10, 2023 10:41
GO!
Thanks, RR! My Wednesday night jam practice was cancelled so this will be my source of sonic solace.
And I've had my share of shoulder issues so I wish you the Very Best on this process. Oh, yeah, and be good to those shoulders when your walking Pepper and the Pup.
Posted : May 10, 2023 13:12
Did you get that from running? I'm in the same position but mine is in the knee. Going on 2 months now walking with a cane. No cycling/touring of Japan this spring for me.
I hope you success in your operation, Robert.
Posted : May 12, 2023 17:45
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Not from running - from repetitive stress - long days of computer work doing video, photo and audio editing for a couple of decades.
Posted : May 15, 2023 08:54
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I had a setback on Friday. I had to move something heavy and I thought just sliding it sideways would work. I think ended up lifting a bit at the same time. I didn't even know I was doing it and BAM it hurt like I'd been stabbed with a knife.
I'm seeing the doc next week. I hope I didn't wreck something. The procedure cost me $500 and I may apparently need a few of them... I might have to fundraise! 😯
Posted : May 16, 2023 08:14
I really all goes well for you. Today I was able to walk up and down the stairs without a cane. Took 7 weeks.
I hope this gives you the encouragement you need right now.
Posted : May 19, 2023 02:28
robert reacted