99 days till race day. I am on week 5 of 18 and although my mind is still fully committed to this goal, my legs however are planning a revolt. A few runs ago my shins, which have been sore in the past decided to act up again. Which leads me to believe it is time to assemble "THE DREAM TEAM". Isn't that what Oprah and Lance had? A Registered Massage Therapist, Athletic Therapist? Hey, I am committed to doing whatever it takes to get me to the finish line.
So, I had my first massage and acupuncture appointment this week and it has been a very long time. Not to my surprise my RMT replied ... "Wow. Things are very tight." No kiddin! "And, you know that the acupuncture will redirect the pain, but you are not solving the structural problem." Hmm... Don't think I can do it without my shins so time to make an appointment with a further specialist. Dr. Stephanie an (AT)who is also known lovingly by her patients as "Princess Pain". Trust me after today. She deserves that title. Dr. Stephanie is a wonderful doctor but she performed two very interesting techniques on me today. 1. Called ART. Active Release Therapy and 2. Interferential Current Therapy.
Definition: The ART provider uses his or her hands to evaluate the texture, tightness and movement of muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments and nerves. Abnormal tissues are treated by combining precisely directed tension with very specific patient movements.Short form: = DEADLY THUMBS and PAIN!!
Interferential Current Therapy: Tiny electrical impulses are induced into the tissues in the area of the pain. Where these waves intersect below the surface of the skin, the low-frequency stimulation induces the body to secrete endorphins, which are the body's natural pain-killers. Short form = Jumper cables on my lower legs, hooked up to a battery and involuntary foot/toe movement. Serious pins and needless + Freaky!
So the Dream Team has been assembled. I am still hanging in there.
Till next time, gotta run.
Meg
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