Mizmazzle’s Trip Across the Pond

[Mizmazzle]

@endo thanks Nicolas. I’m doing the ibuprofen and some “child’s pose” stretches that are really helpful. Taking hot bathes to reduce the swelling and pain too. We are supposed to leave first thing in the morning. I’m a bit worried if I push it then I’ll be screwed out in the wilderness. Supposed to rain a ton tomorrow too. No way to postpone the departure either. Bookings are locked in for us and sold out all along the route.

[endo]

Damn, that doesn‘t sound good. Perhaps you do a Guiness treatment instead of the hike.

[SKT]

@Mizmazzle well shit. Sending “good back vibes” to you across the pond. I followed Dr @endo ‘s treatment plan and saw enough improvement to ski but I know every back tweak is different. Hang in there man, remember whatever happens you’re still in Scotland!

[tody]

i was not surprised to see @endo giving this recommendation again

walking usually helps my lower back pain, as it gets the blood flowing and moves the muscles.
but as you're describing a swelling it seems to be rather serious? hope you're feeling better soon!

[Mizmazzle]

@skt @endo @tody yeah. I soaked in a tub and have been taking the ibuprofen and stretching. Felt good after the soak for a little while. Then went out to have a bite and a scotch. After an hour or 2 it was really hard to feel comfortable and waking wasn’t fun. Feeling like a Guinness or single malt therapy day might be in order tomorrow. Don’t want to get stuck in the big rain storm that’s coming tomorrow in the Scottish Wilderness. Sucks but I don’t want to ruin Morgan’s and the Brit’s experience even more by being a crippled wet blanket in the backcountry.

[SKT]

Single malt and Guinness have cured a lot of ailments over the years… but I am bummed for you my friend

[ROman]

@Mizmazzle Take care, sorry I don't have recommendations other than what others are saying. Take it easy.

[seawolf]

Shit dude. I hope you feel better soon!

[endo]

Hope you‘re having a great day @Mizmazzle one way or the other

[sabergirl]

Seems wise to sit out on a big hike if your back is complaining that much. I have chronic back issues and literally feel your pain. It’s hard to let go of big plans like that on a trip, but I hope you’re able to enjoy some relaxation and take it easy while you explore a different aspect of Scotland! Maybe even take advantage of some state-sponsored healthcare, eh?

[Mizmazzle]

@sabergirl thanks for the moral support. You’re right too. Taking the day off from hiking and resting has helped a lot. Part of me hopes I might be able to rally for tomorrow’s hiking leg. But the practical part of me thinks missing the next four days of trekking is probably the safest way to assure I can comfortably get on a plane home in 7 days.

The real gut wrencher was when the bus I had to take to the next village passed Morgan and the Brit’s hiking the trail a few miles down the road. They waved as I passed by haha. These are the breaks sometimes.

[Tobi]

@Mizmazzle having lived in Aberdeen for a year, and having been out hiking somewhere in Scotland almost every weekend during that time, I can report that hiking in proper Scottish rain can be highly overrated!

[jordanscollected]

@Mizmazzle good on your wife to leave you behind to enjoy the hike. "sucker, should have taken better care of yourself".

[goosehd]

@Mizmazzle good luck and hopefully a bit of time resets the back!! I take hot showers and stretch although it’s tough to know when to call it quits and when to push a little.

Hoping for the best!

[tody]

how's the whiskey treatment coming along?

[Mizmazzle]

@jordanscollected @Tobi @tody @goosehd
Today was ok. I feel a good deal better after a very rough morning. Woke up very stiff and in pain. Things loosened up a good amount with lots of rest and ibuprofen. I was able to go down to the bar and have a couple nice pints and a new single malt pour for dinner.

[Aetas]

Back to working class again @Mizmazzle?

Keep going!

[Mizmazzle]

@Aetas haha. I let the bartender recommend that one. I’m open to some recs for here in Scotland. Hoping to check out some distilleries in a few days.

[Jett129]

@Mizmazzle From time to time we’ve all had to deal with some level of Vacation Adversity. While it sucks,you’re controlling what you can and enjoying yourself,to whatever degree you can. Hope to hear you’re feeling better soon. I don’t even like Scotch,and I’m totally envious.

[SKT]

@Mizmazzle glad you are improving and enjoying some fine suds and spirits. in hopes the back keeps improving and the drinks keep coming