I was really tired this morning, and despite sleeping late still didn't feel like I'd had enough sleep. The amitriptyline is suppose to help me sleep, but as I've been taking it for ages perhaps I need to increase the dose. It is very good for nerve pain, as I once tried to stop taking them and could really tell a difference.
I think I felt so drained as we'd been out the last two days, which even for short outings is still a lot. I have noticed my eyes have been more blurred recently, so it makes reading difficult especially small print.
I had to sit down to empty the washer earlier and also get a pizza out of the oven, as its much easier on my back doing it that way. I normally sit on a chair to put the plates away too, except the large ones which I usually ask someone else to do as they are too heavy. If no one else is home I have to put them away one at a time.
I did get a perching stool on loan from the occupational therapy department of our local hospital, but its really too big for our kitchen. The OT also gave me a thumb splint to wear when ironing, as it gives me cramp in my hand. I do have full hand splints for my carpal tunnel, but you can't do anything wearing those.
Somethings are really useful, I couldn't be without my drinks bottle at night, as it has a no spill lid. Ideal for when I can't sit up, or if I knock it over when my hands are numb.
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