Derek’s Blog

Changes are Brewing (May 8, 2020)

Hey guys! It's been a while since I've made a proper post, and that was for a few reasons. For one, I've been really busy and still am really busy with school. For two, I've been taking more time to improve my mental state. And three, this site lost its personal touch from me I… Continue reading Changes are Brewing (May 8, 2020)

Archived Twitter Thread: My Routine

This is an archive of my 05/04/2020 thread on routine. The thread can be viewed here. I thought I’d share my new routine in hopes that someone else can use it and be productive with me. I will be reachable until 9am then I will be off until 11:30am, leaving again at 12:15pm and then… Continue reading Archived Twitter Thread: My Routine

Whichever Random Flare This Is: April 30, 11:30pm Edition

Live documentation of a bad back pain flare. Thursday, April 30, 2020 11:23pm- Friday, May 1 12:32am April 30, 2020 11:23pm- Another night starting with ice cream, muscle relaxer, heat pads and pillows. This is gonna be a long one. 11:28pm- This one seems unrelated to atmospheric pressure, as my barometer seems to be stabilizing.… Continue reading Whichever Random Flare This Is: April 30, 11:30pm Edition

School Should Be Completely Canceled During COVID-19

Alright, this next opinion might get me into some hot water. Let me start by saying education is extremely important. I will follow that up by saying we are living in unprecedented times. Taking that into consideration: I believe all school should be canceled. Here’s why: 1. Stress: We are living in incredibly stressful times.… Continue reading School Should Be Completely Canceled During COVID-19

PT Call: Possible Chronic Back Pain and Scoliosis DX

Just got off the phone with my physical therapist and she thinks that whatever I’m dealing with is chronic and I probably have scoliosis. As soon as possible, I need to get in with my rehab med doctor to get new xrays. Looking at my history, she saw that we have tried intense PT on… Continue reading PT Call: Possible Chronic Back Pain and Scoliosis DX