Hi Anita,

I had a severe S curve. Doctors think it was to a shock to my right femur. I had a fall down some steps during my growth years and they think that’s what caused it. I had a difference of 15″ between leg lengths before it was diagnosed. That caused the curves. I refused surgery. They wanted to put a rod up my spine, body cast for a year followed by the “16 Candles” brace. I opted for a lift in my right shoe and extensive physical therapy for years. The curve was lessened by the therapy as I grew and my leg began growing again and I picked up and 1″ so I was able to stop using a lift. Carrying children when they were little and the car accidents all compounded to the back issues as I grew older. Fortunately, no adverse affect to my heart or lungs.

I know chronic pain contributes to my mental state, but I’ve always been pretty tough and resilient. I just think with all of the personal issues and the repetition of betrayals by people I poured my heart into have just brought me to a breaking point. Thanks for taking the time to ask about everything.

Lilac11