GotMetalBoy
Power User
I've had issues with my neck, left shoulder and back that are all caused by pinched nerves in my neck. I haven't been able to play guitar for over 2 months and the pain is worse than ever before. It's weird bc my left arm feels numb to touch but has extreme pain kind of like multiple tetanus shots. I have full motion in my arm and my shoulder doesn't crack or grind.
I have a doctor appt tomorrow and wondering if anyone has experienced similar issues and what they did to fix it. I have high deductible insurance, so I don't want to waste a ton of money on unneeded tests or xrays. I know most health insurance companies don't like to pay for a MRI but if that's what I need, I don't mind paying out of pocket.
A little off topic but I'm going crazy not being able to play guitar. Anyone know of any Guitar virtual instrument plugins that sound realistic and can palm mute and make string noises like mutes? As long as I can still compose music I'll be able to keep my sanity.
== UPDATE Wed 7/31 ==
Thank you everyone for the kind words and info!
I went to the doctor today and I have to go for physical therapy next Wednesday. I was prescribed 100mg Gabapentin (Neurontin) 4x a day and also take every 4 hours 200mg Ibuprofen and 500mg Acetaminophen.
I also have to go for an ultrasound next Wednesday because my liver tests haven't been good. I don't drink alcohol and tested negative for Hepatitis A, B and C, so not sure what it could be.
Regarding music, I found 2 Guitar virtual instruments that look promising:
1. Musiclab: Realeight: https://www.musiclab.com/products/realeight/info.html
2. Orange Tree Samples: Evolution Dracus: https://www.orangetreesamples.com/products/evolution-electric-guitar-dracus
I have a doctor appt tomorrow and wondering if anyone has experienced similar issues and what they did to fix it. I have high deductible insurance, so I don't want to waste a ton of money on unneeded tests or xrays. I know most health insurance companies don't like to pay for a MRI but if that's what I need, I don't mind paying out of pocket.
A little off topic but I'm going crazy not being able to play guitar. Anyone know of any Guitar virtual instrument plugins that sound realistic and can palm mute and make string noises like mutes? As long as I can still compose music I'll be able to keep my sanity.
== UPDATE Wed 7/31 ==
Thank you everyone for the kind words and info!
I went to the doctor today and I have to go for physical therapy next Wednesday. I was prescribed 100mg Gabapentin (Neurontin) 4x a day and also take every 4 hours 200mg Ibuprofen and 500mg Acetaminophen.
I also have to go for an ultrasound next Wednesday because my liver tests haven't been good. I don't drink alcohol and tested negative for Hepatitis A, B and C, so not sure what it could be.
Regarding music, I found 2 Guitar virtual instruments that look promising:
1. Musiclab: Realeight: https://www.musiclab.com/products/realeight/info.html
2. Orange Tree Samples: Evolution Dracus: https://www.orangetreesamples.com/products/evolution-electric-guitar-dracus
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