Thanks so much for the good wishes. With the help of a really good physical therapist I've got it under control. I am going to have to do about two hours worth of exercises a day for the rest of my life (extensive stretches, very specific muscle exercises focused on the particular area that gives me problems, and then some aerobic as well for health and weight control). Beats the hell out of not only not being able to type but having to eat standing up.
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