Hurting your back while living in a van can be challenging/ Van life

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  • @jessiehead6525
    @jessiehead6525 2 роки тому +28

    For future reference: Don’t use heat for the first 24 hours…it will cause more swelling. Use ice. After 24 hours, alternate ice & heat (like a sandwich: 10 minutes of ice + 10 minutes of heat + 10 minutes of ice). And keep moving (g-e-n-t-l-y). The longer you stay still in one place, the stiffer you will get. Walking for 5 minutes, and doing some gentle range-of-motion exercises, several times throughout the day, is better than one longer walk. Just walk in a circle around the outside of the van! Once you learn some good exercises for your back: do them EVERY DAY for the Rest of Your Life. It will make it easier to bounce back from those falls! Good luck…..we need you (to take care of Kitty!)

    • @normaevett
      @normaevett 2 роки тому +2

      Perfect advice. Are you a physical therapist? Echos the best back therapy advice I got. Specific stretches and gentle movements, ice then next day alternate ice and heat. From a friend who is a professional dancer and teaches dance.

  • @revyred8679
    @revyred8679 2 роки тому +33

    Ahhh Emi you & Chrome are falling apart🤣. So sorry you guys have injuries hang in there it will get better as you said. Speedy recovery guys❤

  • @jacquelinenoble6640
    @jacquelinenoble6640 2 роки тому +33

    Speaking as someone who suffers from slipped discs its awful when you hurt your back. Take care Emmy.😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @vallovesnature8449
    @vallovesnature8449 2 роки тому +8

    Please be careful Emi! Once you hurt your back, it’s never going back to 100%. I went to pick a piece of paper off my bed & stood up too fast & pulled a muscle in my back. I’m glad you can stand up in your van. Rest up! Feel better soon dear one ❤️🙏🏻

  • @seviregis7441
    @seviregis7441 2 роки тому +7

    Sorry that you hurt your back, and at the same time that Chrome has his ankle boot on. Everything has a way of happening at once. The heating pad is great and also take extra vitamins DC, calcium and magnesium. Also There is a natural cream that is extremely helpful for any type of muscle spasm or injury. It’s called Arnicare. Hope you feel better. God bless, stay well.

  • @patdavis8018
    @patdavis8018 2 роки тому +2

    I have a bad back, I know how you feel. You're still young, but getting older and somehow be more careful. Be aware of each step.

  • @rachadventuresinliv
    @rachadventuresinliv 2 роки тому +7

    At least you can keep up to Kelly 🤣 just finished watching Chrome's video of him saying to Cruz he couldn't keep up to him. Too cute. Love your attitude. You both are fantastic, simple, fun. Great update video. Vlogs don't always have to be of some epic adventure. Take care of your back yes aging is a real pain so much easier to get hurt. Time to start taking calcium supplements.
    Much love 😘😘

  • @GiladGur
    @GiladGur 2 роки тому +10

    Your back is not tilting which is a good sign. Put a pillow in the arc of your lower back when you sit down. It will make healing faster. And try to walk outside as much as you can. I hope you'll get well soon.

  • @dutchgram3799
    @dutchgram3799 2 роки тому +5

    Hope you and Chrome are both feeling better. Kelly & Cruzi are going to have to take care of both of you if you don't get better soon.

  • @imallierambles
    @imallierambles 2 роки тому +15

    Back pain is the worst. I hope you heal quickly. ❤ I’m glad you were already feeling better by the end of the video.

  • @62WILDCAT
    @62WILDCAT 2 роки тому +1

    May need ice on your back. Ice calms the inflammation. Only heat later to relax the muscles.

  • @skippermjm5713
    @skippermjm5713 2 роки тому +15

    Hi Emmy, love your down to earth van videos. My wife & I have back issues of our own so I feel for u there. We also have 2 cats who are brothers & keep us entertained with their sassiness. Anyway love u guys (Emmy & Chrome), take care 😊

  • @ramblynrocketeer
    @ramblynrocketeer 2 роки тому +2

    Do you do some gentle yoga or stretching to help your back? 🌟

  • @theresaconley5930
    @theresaconley5930 2 роки тому +4

    So sorry you are hurt. I hope you have a quick recovery. Keep your spirits up and get plenty rest.

  • @willothewispl
    @willothewispl 2 роки тому +4

    My Drs. Always tell me to ice my back and then apply heat, on and off. Can just put a bag of frozen veggies in a plastic bag and use that. It has always helped a lot. God Bless.

    • @willothewispl
      @willothewispl 2 роки тому +1

      Make sure there is a towel between your skin and the ice pack. Can get a good burn there from the icy pack.

  • @valeriehancotte-galan4790
    @valeriehancotte-galan4790 2 роки тому +9

    Prayers for you and all of us vandwellers, especially with winter coming on! 🙂💚🙏🙏

  • @loriaversher5477
    @loriaversher5477 2 роки тому +13

    I hope you guys feel better. Take care of each other! Thanks Emi for keeping it real!

  • @oakilahmmed9017
    @oakilahmmed9017 2 роки тому

    The more I watch your video, the more I like it, your Bangladeshi🇧🇩 fans

  • @californiasun162
    @californiasun162 2 роки тому +1

    I also live in my van I’m a big baby when I get sick it feels like I’m dying the hardest part for me is to walk the dog .

  • @sunnyrivers
    @sunnyrivers 2 роки тому +2

    👉🏼♥️👈🏼 Hoping you heal quick Emi😊

  • @margarethutchens5463
    @margarethutchens5463 2 роки тому +1

    Winter is coming, isn't it? Hot chocolate is perfect. I saw some vegan hot chocolate in a local store but it was so expensive I decided to make my own. I used baking cocoa and instant coffee then season with cinnamon. A tiny bit of corn starch can thicken it. A small amount of agave gave it the right sweetening. I don't like sweet as much as savory so it was perfect.

    • @medh1978
      @medh1978 2 роки тому

      I’m the same. I use : 100% Dutch unsweetened Cocoa Powder. With cinnamon and maple syrup. Add ur choice of milk. Delicious‼️😋😋😋

  • @rayne7340
    @rayne7340 2 роки тому +2

    I’m sorry you hurt your back. Glad you’re feeling better

  • @theartisticnomad15
    @theartisticnomad15 2 роки тому +8

    Get better soon Emi! In some ways being in the van when sick is better. Everything is right there within reach.

  • @kimberlymayo9951
    @kimberlymayo9951 2 роки тому +1

    Back pain sucks....😐 Sending positive healing thoughts.

  • @mariabrenizer4724
    @mariabrenizer4724 2 роки тому +9

    Emi I’ve been treating a left knee injury with ice ice ice. And yes that heat pad was applied after. Safe travels my friend n Big Hugs!🚚😍

    • @annapacatang5079
      @annapacatang5079 2 роки тому +3

      Yes, I agree about the ice, ice, ice! It's the best for anti inflammatory, along with ibuprofen or naproxen. I've had more than my share of injuries throughout my 71 years! Many years ago, I fell and fractured my wrist while trying to break my fall. We were out of ice, so I grabbed some frozen vegetables to help with the pain and swelling until I got to the hospital. I'm not really a fan of heat therapy. But, to each her own.👍

  • @sidneyjones9975
    @sidneyjones9975 2 роки тому +9

    First Chrome, now you. You guys got to be more careful. As a person gets older, it takes longer to heal. I know from experience. We don't need for either of you to get hurt. If you get hurt, no more videos.

    • @bernedicte5860
      @bernedicte5860 2 роки тому +2

      it happened several times in my family. last September I dropped a radiator when painting it and the following week hubby got injured by a car. we both were on boots like chrome

    • @suezettefruge3234
      @suezettefruge3234 2 роки тому +2

      @@bernedicte5860 omgoodness...big ouch. I have had a rough hard life and at a young (haha) 71 almost 72..the bo ea and back you fight daily to improve and protect. Spondylitis a bone disease is so painful and kicks your butt. ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

    • @maryannel2962
      @maryannel2962 2 роки тому +1

      Emis not that old

  • @myepicjourney8275
    @myepicjourney8275 2 роки тому +1

    If I were sick in a van I just park somewhere get some supplies and just stay cozy drink lots of water take an aspirin. Try to sleep it off. Go to a walk-in clinic if you need to.

  • @Tufenuph7179
    @Tufenuph7179 2 роки тому +4

    Feel better soon! Love & Light to you all

  • @kathybest6950
    @kathybest6950 2 роки тому +1

    I'm so sorry you hurt your back 😞 I hope you feel better soon.

  • @christinamann3640
    @christinamann3640 2 роки тому

    I know what you mean about the way you didn’t fall, but the jolt you get from catching yourself is what hurts. The good news is that everything is within reach at home😁 and you have hot chocolate. I asked Chrome in a livestream about getting sick, and his answer was like yours. Remember that purring has healing power. 🐈

  • @indyoutsider
    @indyoutsider 2 роки тому +2

    Sounds like you pulled a muscle. Takes a couple weeks for it to get completely healed depending on which muscle you pulled and how bad. I can sneeze and pull a muscle in my lower neck sometimes. Good luck. Take care of yourself.

  • @RVingwithLuck
    @RVingwithLuck 2 роки тому +1

    I have stomach/digestive issues. Even with an RV with a full bath, it becomes a headache-as there is only so much room in a black tank.

  • @VanmaRuth
    @VanmaRuth 2 роки тому +10

    Great to see you are healing. Much love and hugs

  • @joannaazar7396
    @joannaazar7396 2 роки тому +2

    Hey Emmi!! You made my night watching your video. I hope ur back feels better soon. Always Love ❤NewJersey ❤❤

  • @sarah21968
    @sarah21968 2 роки тому +1

    Im worrying bout your backpain. Do things lightly. ♥️♥️🥰🥰

  • @victoriabaker6943
    @victoriabaker6943 2 роки тому +2

    Try Voltaren gel or it might go by the generic name: 1% Diclofenac Sodium typical gel. I use it for my arthritis & my rheumatoid pain. It was a real helpful. Another thing is to keep the up right pressure minimal. If you think it is only muscle, heat is the best thing. Showers. The Maker’s gift to relieve pain.
    You’re doing great!

  • @jennyregester2559
    @jennyregester2559 2 роки тому +1

    Whenever you and yourself apply ice first and then heat later. The ice will reduce the swelling.

  • @Beth-ie
    @Beth-ie 2 роки тому

    You did make it seem like it's a very comfortable home to have if you've injured yourself or are sick. Bed, bathroom, kitchen, water, power, heating pad. It's all there for you. And taking a shower didn't seem to cause you much trouble. Okay, I'll check "fear of getting sick" off of my list of Vanlife cons (it's mostly "pros"!!!!) Take it easy, keep doing what you know feels best. Worst part is: you AREN'T an "old couple" at all! Take care Emi and sweet Kelly. 💖

  • @moongold9025
    @moongold9025 2 роки тому +6

    Sending Love and positive healing energy to you Emi.
    I hope your back gets better soon.
    I suffer from degenerative disc disease so I know what that's like to have back pain.
    Those sweet treats you brought to Chrome looked so yummy.
    Wishing you all the best. 🧡
    Hugs and kisses to Sweet Kelly.

  • @ruthanderson1758
    @ruthanderson1758 2 роки тому +2

    I've had back problems where it hurt so bad that it could take me 10 minutes to turn over and sit up to get out of bed - the pain would be so bad that I almost vomited from it. I'll bet the warm water in the shower probably helped your back so if you can do it at least once a day it may speed up your recovery.

  • @thebearsden1701
    @thebearsden1701 2 роки тому +2

    Omg .you poor souls. ...we must stop life and feel sorry for you!

  • @michellenelson7899
    @michellenelson7899 2 роки тому +1

    Emi hope you heal quickly much love

  • @theresewheeler1498
    @theresewheeler1498 2 роки тому +4

    Hope your back will get better .
    Stay safe and keep warm.,
    Kitty stay warm as well and enjoy the day

  • @martaalexander5202
    @martaalexander5202 2 роки тому

    Back pain is so exhausting. Just take it easy for a few weeks and pamper yourself a bit. You deserve it. When I watched this one I had a revelation about you and Chrome vs a couple other van lifers I've watched. They have intro songs with their logo's etc. While short and not quite annoying if they use new scenery, when I come to your channels it's more like dropping in on a friend rather than watching a show. It's much nicer this way. Thank you.

  • @suezettefruge3234
    @suezettefruge3234 2 роки тому +3

    Much love and prayers Emi. You are so precious like far away family. Kitty too...I miss my sweet girl of 17...she passed this July. So watching Kitty is a special thing foe me. I love her walks with you. Her time of chin rubs and play. She loves her momma. 💕 Careful out there...WE all love you so much.

  • @carolynrivera9745
    @carolynrivera9745 2 роки тому +2

    Oh no sorry to hear this. I hope you feel better. Health is wealth. Chrome is mending as well. Take care..
    I had a lumbar spring. It's so easy to hurt yourself easy. 🥰🙏
    Sometimes a pillow behind helps🤔

  • @3dognite
    @3dognite 2 роки тому +1

    J'espère que vous vous sentirez tous les deux mieux.😀

  • @lilvanwarrior1775
    @lilvanwarrior1775 2 роки тому +4

    I'm currently in my van with 3 broken ribs, so I feel your pain. Hope you get better soon!!

    • @aliceevans3357
      @aliceevans3357 2 роки тому +3

      Oh gosh! I'm praying for you, Lil Van. Broken ribs take a while ❤️

    • @lilvanwarrior1775
      @lilvanwarrior1775 2 роки тому +2

      @@aliceevans3357 thank you, its definitely painful. I hope in the next month it improves , thank you for your concern .

  • @jonisonsalla6786
    @jonisonsalla6786 2 роки тому +2

    Feel better soon Emi🌺🌹🌺🌹🌺🙏🏼

  • @kathybell7407
    @kathybell7407 2 роки тому +2

    Please be careful when you go out!! Now that it’s going to be wet,icy and snowy!!!
    Glad your back was feeling better in the afternoon 🥰🙏❣️

  • @tracymorrison1584
    @tracymorrison1584 2 роки тому

    i suffer with sciatica on both sides and injured my back in 2003 ; it is not fun hurting your back. Using heat will relieve it for a bit. Love to you and Kelly. Keep warm out there; I sent you a gift of snow from northern Ontario. As I told Chrome; sharing is caring. Hugs

  • @limills2598
    @limills2598 2 роки тому +1

    Take it easy Em

  • @bevtrue6937
    @bevtrue6937 2 роки тому +1

    If you have "bathroom issues" and live in a van, it is more problematic but sore back, not so much.

  • @annapacatang5079
    @annapacatang5079 2 роки тому

    I'm so sorry about your accident, Emi. I know too well, the pain of injuries. But, the back is the worst. Sitting with support is okay. But, I have been laying on my bed more than I should, just to relieve the pain. You're young enough to get "back on your feet", so to speak. 🙏🏻🤗👍 Feel better and give Kelly some extra love for me.🐈😻

  • @1276eheast
    @1276eheast 2 роки тому +1

    Sorry to hear about your injury. I hope you get well soon!

  • @maryjones8726
    @maryjones8726 2 роки тому

    I broke my wrist and for 5 years every time it rained, it caused a lot of pain. I was living in a cold damp climate near water. When I moved to the dry California desert, it healed immediately.

  • @karenferguson8426
    @karenferguson8426 2 роки тому +1

    Pain is so awful… may rest and heat help heal… will say a prayer for you to feel better soon .. may kittys love help today. Take time to heal… love and hugs

  • @jeff051
    @jeff051 2 роки тому +2

    Speedy recovery blessings and safe travel to you and Kelly 😀

  • @davidcox2264
    @davidcox2264 2 роки тому +1

    Sorry you're feeling bad. Get better soon.

  • @cindyhopkins3989
    @cindyhopkins3989 2 роки тому +1

    Be carefull emie give your body time to heal,.

  • @claudiakarl7888
    @claudiakarl7888 2 роки тому

    I have a lot of problems with my back. What really helps me with tense muscles is wearing a fleece vest. It keeps the muscles warm and still allows you to move. Get well soon.

  • @deannaselle7815
    @deannaselle7815 2 роки тому +1

    Youse two guys are really closing in on
    Over the Hill 40!! All those aches and
    pains are part of that new neighborhood!
    Yikes, wish you could just drive away
    from them... just hang in there, it gets
    better!!! This too shall pass is what I
    have always lived by (at 80 y/o)!!

  • @RVingwithLuck
    @RVingwithLuck 2 роки тому +1

    As a medical professional: ice the first 72 hours, then alternate ice and heat.

  • @nothingspecific.8119
    @nothingspecific.8119 2 роки тому +4

    I'm prone to back problems that put me in a shelf for weeks! It's horrible anywhere!

  • @turtlegram31656
    @turtlegram31656 2 роки тому

    Cat lady and dog man sure are having a hard time of late. Sending healing love and best wishes to stop hurting yourselves.🐢🌺💕🌼🐢

  • @TizianaTina
    @TizianaTina 2 роки тому

    Winners is a great place to find, a find. Unfortunately, sometimes its really hard to find it again. Hope your back is feeling better.

  • @contrafax
    @contrafax Рік тому

    Ugh, have a hurt back is tough at any time I can only imagine how hard it can be living in a van.

  • @neveralone7
    @neveralone7 2 роки тому +3

    Hope your back gets better!

  • @carolinecaiger6717
    @carolinecaiger6717 2 роки тому +1

    So many Kelly kisses ♥️ Get well soon, Emi ♥️♥️♥️

  • @JILOA
    @JILOA 2 роки тому

    For lower back pain: lay flat on your back on hard surface, then try pushing your belly button to touch your spine. Hold for about 15 seconds while breathing normal. Do about 5 reps each day. It helps with sciatica and lower back inflammation. Other core excersizes help also.

  • @karenlapine
    @karenlapine 2 роки тому +2

    Hope you get to feeling better real soon Emmy.

  • @karenmays8889
    @karenmays8889 2 роки тому +1

    Hope you feel better. Safe travels.

  • @helenrojas929
    @helenrojas929 2 роки тому

    Hope you are doing better from your back Emmy! Praying 🙏 for no pain

  • @Deborah986
    @Deborah986 2 роки тому

    Ice not heat because only cold reduces inflammation which reduces pain, at least the first 24 hrs. I’ve been back injured for yrs and ice is my friend. Heat makes inflammation worse. Sleep on your side with a pillow between your knees. Takes stress off your back. Feel better😊

  • @theguitarprofessionals8584
    @theguitarprofessionals8584 2 роки тому +1

    love the jammies

  • @tyson1fan487
    @tyson1fan487 2 роки тому +1

    What have you and Chrome been doing!!! 🤭🤫🤔😛🤪😜

  • @rosemarie20
    @rosemarie20 2 роки тому

    So sorry about your back. Have you seen the USB heating pads? There's one that has a band so you can wrap it around your waist to hold it on your back. (I received one as a gift.). I believe there are different styles. Hope you feel better soon.

  • @user-dr2js7bv2i
    @user-dr2js7bv2i 2 роки тому

    I hope you're doing better Emi, backaches are awful! Bless you and sweet Kelly❤️❤️

  • @BohoBlueVan
    @BohoBlueVan 2 роки тому

    Ya... injury and living in a van. 7 weeks into my van living I had a work accident. Fractured my nose and got a concussion and whiplash. So spent my 1st year of van life fighting with work safe! And of course a brain injury. 3.5 years later I can still feel it if I'm doing something I shouldn't. Or just doing necessary van stuff. Take care. I hope we meet sometime.

  • @thebellboysdiscgolfjourney2287
    @thebellboysdiscgolfjourney2287 2 роки тому

    Starbucks dark chocolate is vegan.
    Then we use a little chocolate ripple milk to thicken it❤❤❤

  • @sharonoldham4374
    @sharonoldham4374 2 роки тому

    Back pain has to be the worst !
    Hope you have a quick recovery. Take care and see you next video.

  • @gabsy6443
    @gabsy6443 2 роки тому

    Hi Emi, so sorry you hurt your back. Take it easy, rest is the best cure if it's just a muscular problem.

  • @pippadot679
    @pippadot679 2 роки тому +2

    Emi, I've been wondering for awhile now what do you do on those very bad days of your back hurting or headache issues? I want the best for you. Gosh getting older just hurts. It hurts us and our pets. Take care keep that heat on. You might need to take something for it. Prayers. Oh can't wait to tell you I'd die to get a cookbook from you. I'd buy copies and give them to my closest friends too. I always love watching you cook and what you eat. My back and neck are all metal. Oh boy years of issues but can I say it's better nope.

  • @pamgypsyaries8049
    @pamgypsyaries8049 2 роки тому

    Oh nooo! I’m glad your feeling better tho!
    That’s one huge thing I worry about… getting sick or injured if I live in a van bc I AM old, lol! It’s keeping me from full timing . If I was younger I could deal with it.
    Meowwwee to Kelly

  • @retired6247
    @retired6247 2 роки тому +2

    Same heating pad I use every night. I hope it helps you. It does me a little bit. Been to chiro and phys therapy and still hurts.

  • @carmendarlinseattle
    @carmendarlinseattle 2 роки тому

    Add 1 Tablespoon coconut oil to your vegan hot cocoa. That will make it creamier. And sooo yummie!

  • @aussiewanderer9977
    @aussiewanderer9977 2 роки тому

    I carry a hot water bottle in my van. Very handy 🙂🚐

  • @JeanDumfordPhD
    @JeanDumfordPhD 2 роки тому +1

    With any injury, whether you use ice or heat or alternate- use for 15 minutes, then off 15 minutes. Otherwise your body builds a resistance and that feeling better moment requires more and more until it doesn’t help.

  • @shedragon2974
    @shedragon2974 2 роки тому

    Feel better Emi.

  • @rickkraft6013
    @rickkraft6013 2 роки тому

    So sorry to hear of your back pain. A tens unit really helps my back pain. The pain got so bad I thought I would lose my mind before I could get medical treatment. I got mine off of Amazon for around $20. Walmart has very inexpensive ones too

  • @raquelprado8527
    @raquelprado8527 2 роки тому

    God Bless your journey of life...with kitty🥰🙏❤💫

  • @Candyland420
    @Candyland420 2 роки тому

    My my my....we are gonna have to get some bubble wrap and tape you and Chrome up to prevent future injuries! ;) Hope you heal up soon Emi.

  • @cynthiawilliams4723
    @cynthiawilliams4723 2 роки тому

    Hope you’re feeling better soon

  • @Kelly-tt8kr
    @Kelly-tt8kr 2 роки тому

    I wouldn't exercise because it could be inflammation in your pain in your body just rest your body lots of fluids be safe and stay warm and don't forget God loves you

  • @irenahleb5781
    @irenahleb5781 2 роки тому

    I never commented (despite following you already a while)
    💗🎩💗
    But as I injured myself days ago..
    and if your back “loves warmth”
    ..
    My pain almost vanished afterwards …
    I went to a spa
    Warm/hot thermal water help very well
    Sending you light and good vibes to recover as soon a possible

  • @darettablack3794
    @darettablack3794 2 роки тому

    Bless your heart on having back pain I can definitely relate,I just had to go for my injections last Friday so I definitely feel for you sending you a kind hug 🤗 to feel better. Keep enjoying your beautiful life with sweet kitty ♥️…….😊♥️😊

  • @raquelprado8527
    @raquelprado8527 2 роки тому

    Love you..sorry you got hurt luv😔...feel better soon 🥰🙏❤💫

  • @davidmathersonparanormal522
    @davidmathersonparanormal522 2 роки тому +1

    Emmy, When are both you and Chrome going to get engaged?

  • @theaofthemountains5922
    @theaofthemountains5922 2 роки тому

    home made and much cheaper hot chocolate = 1 serving - 1 1/2 tbsp real powdered cocao, add 1 tbsp your prefered sugar, and your prefered milks = 1/2 cup soy, coconut, rice, oat, almond. mix the cocao, milk and sugar, mix to be smooth, then add very hot water, a little bit at a time so you don't ruin the milk you chose and keep adding until its to your liking = enjoy.
    If too sweet less sugar add more cocao, if not creamy enough less water and gently heat more of the milk you chose and add. play around to your liking. yum!

  • @Neb.333
    @Neb.333 2 роки тому +2

    Love your videos and your hair is beautiful 🤩 oh where do you find a shower like that? Hope you feel better Emi