New Info = New Problems

So, I got the results of my MRI.  I apparently have:

1. L4-5 large broad disc bulge leading to mild to moderate right and mild left lateral recess stenoses.
2. L5-S1 smaller bulge without significant stenosis.
3. Dextroscoliosis of the thoracolumbar spine.

Is that in English?  Because I have no idea what it means.  I do know that #3 means that my spine curves to the right.  All I know is that for #1-2 the doctor said my options are to do nothing and it will likely heal itself eventually and continue anti-inflammatory med or even surgery. Hmmm, I think I do not like either option.  So, I am searching for a good orthopedic in my area and also checking in with a PT and chiropractor that I know to see what they think.  I have searched everything I could find online and found nothing encouraging.

I am trying to stay focused on the positive.  I continue to go to the gym in the morning and pump the elliptical for 40-50 minutes while I stare at this chick who runs on the treadmill across from me.  I want to tell her that I am a runner like her and I should be on the treadmill next to her.  I even wear my race shirts to the gyms so people know that I am not on the elliptical by choice.  Nothing against though of you who like the elliptical but I am a runner.  I want to run!!  (Great job staying focused Jen!)

In regular life, it's Friday and that's awesome.  Plus I just bought the winning Powerball ticket!  It's like $203 million!!  Don't worry guys, I'll still blog after I win.  I'll blog from Paris, Australia, Spain and then from the comfort of my home in Miami. ;)