Hey Tadpoles,
I have a what I called the "Gimp arm". It is my left arm that I have Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome in. I have had three shoulder surgeries in that arm. I have severe pain when I use the arm for any activities. I have been dealing with this since 2008.
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| Left arm, swollen |
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| Left arm, color change |
The pictures of my arm is after I only used it to paint my nails. I know that some people are thinking how can you paint your nails with your arm being in pain. Well, I have been dealing with the pain for some time and I took several medications to help with the pain. But, I have developed several tools to help me with painting my nails. I thought that I would share them with you.
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| Cut a car sponge and insert my polishes inside to evaluated it. |
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| Closeup of the sponge |
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How I use the sponge painting my nails.
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I have to learned to adjust how I do things in my life. I have learned that painting my nails helps me relax. I hope that showing my shoulder and how I have to adjust to function in life.
Check out what Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome is and how painful it is.
What an awesome idea, not just for people with difficult painting their nails, but anyone who wants a cheap (probably something you already have) nail tipper to reach the bottom of the polish! I actually have chronic pain that I've been dealing with and am having a *super fun* nuclear test this Friday to delve deeper. It even hurts to open polish bottles, so I feel ya girl. Good thinking!
ReplyDeleteRainbow, Thank you for your support. I understand the *Super Fun* test. I hate those things, made me feel like I was messing my pants. I have been thinking about all kinds of things to help me and others. I am glad that I am not the only person that understands the pain...I am here if you need to talk...Keep in touch..
DeleteIt's so awesome that you were able to figure out what best works for you! On top of it, you were able to find something that helps you relax at the same time. So inspiring!
ReplyDeleteNail Design, Thanks for the support. I am glad that I am just able to relax. Being in pain all the time, doesn't help when you need to relax. I appreciate that you say that I am inspiring. I just am living one day at a time....Thank you for your very nice comments...
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Stephanie, Thank you for the Liebster Award. I am just honored that you nominated me. I will complete the questions and make my nominations. Again, Thank You.
DeleteHi Chrisie, my heart goes out to you. But I am glad you have also found a way to beat the pain even if for a while. Hope you find a cure for your pain soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the support. I appreciate you thoughts for me.
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