Bertolotti’s Syndrome is a very rare and unheard of syndrome. Yet, it is one that seems to be very common. Basic Definition: “Bertolotti syndrome is an uncommon cause of low back pain, particularly focused along the waistline slightly off to the side, that is often confused with sacroiliitis. Bertolotti syndrome is a diagnosis given…
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Changing your schedule with Fibromyalgia
Everyone knows how having to make schedules every week is a pain in the ass. However, it is even more-so when you suffer from Fibromyalgia. When I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, the biggest issue I had to deal with was control my schedule in order not to burn myself out. Fibromyalgia requires consistency. I don’t…
12 Things about living through Chronic Illnesses
My last blog post was about, “10 things nobody tells you about Endometriosis.” I decided that this blog post will be a bit similar. In result, I will give 12 things that I want others to know about how I live through Chronic Illnesses. I am hoping this will be informative for those who don’t…
Massive Disappointment: Avoiding Provincials
I don’t figure skate or compete like everyone else. Yes, it is nice to beat my personal best scores. But to get a medal? A medal is nice, especially when you do a great program but that’s not why I am in it. I use competitions as an adrenaline boost to keep my body…
Being an athlete with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
So, today it was (rumoured) that a top athlete (Montreal Canadiens Goalie: Carey Price) was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome back in November. And from all the websites, posts, media etc., everyone was making fun of the illness and saying it was from “Carrying the team on his back,” etc. What people don’t realize….
Adrenal Fatigue Reload
The past few weeks I have been over tired. I think it started before Christmas. In December when I started a new job and my hours have been all over the place and I have not been able to keep up. Some days have been 1-2 hours of working. Other days I work 12-15. And…
Surgery #2
Surgery number 2 has been completed about two weeks ago. I had a laparoscopy for Endometriosis and had the best care one could ask for especially in the dysfunctional Quebec medical system. While the day was set in stone for a month before the surgery. I only found out the time I needed to be…
Leaving Out-Patient Rehab: Cravings, temptations, continued program, anxiety and stomach ulcers
I have left the out-patient rehab program for my Binge Eating Disorder about two months ago. This rehab program was a shorter one, but I went in willingly and since it was my own choice I found it easier to go through. While I was there, I learnt a whole lot about myself and what…
The Tired Athlete: Recap of 2016-2017 Season
Now, before anything. The tired athlete is an actual thing but it is something that most athletes (amateur and professional), coaches (any level) and most people don’t know about. And sadly, it is a common mistake amongst many that they only begin to learn what it is when the athlete has hit it. So…
Relapse and Journey to (ED) Rehab-
As many of you noticed. These past few weeks have been extremely tough. For those who don’t know, or have missed the past few posts. I have completely relapsed with the binge eating disorder. I spent days/weeks trying to play it off saying everything was okay. When clearly it wasn’t. I tried to go to…
Mental Illness and Complete relapse of Eating Disorder
Today is Bell Let’s Talk Day. A way to end stigma about Mental Health. And how it is taboo to talk about Mental Health. If you’ve been following this website you know the struggles I’ve been going through. I suffer from high anxiety which has been getting better. But sometimes I hit the point where…
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