On finding relief~

I think I've found relief. I hope it lasts. I went to see Nicole, a wonderful massage therapist who I've seen many times before, but usually for "relaxation" visits. Today's massage was not fun, but necessary. She did deep tissue work, where usually it's a Swedish massage and very relaxing. I had 1,000 mg of ibuprofen in me when I went and prior to my appointment, I purchased one of those microwaveable heated neck pillows and have used it since. I've also taken another 1,000 mg of ibuprofen with the thought of keep the pain at bay and let the inflammation die down. Nevertheless, it was a pretty painful massage anytime she was in the neck, shoulder,upper back region. I am so thankful I asked her to go ahead and make it a full body massage, because I got a break from the pain I felt near the neck. I mean, I was having to deep breathe not to shout out!! Crossing my fingers and toes that this does the trick.....