Hi Ally,
Thanks so much for your helpful advice and kindness. The pillow idea is something I hadn't thought of so thank you. I am back to wearing a back brace when out for my daily walks which seems to "hold everything together" to minimise friction. I do have a "claw" to pick things up (the thing that rubbish collectors use) but haven't had to use it since my original fracture healed. I also have a walking stick (!) but again haven't had to use it. I am finding it a bit hard at the moment as I am fit and healthy and prior to this diagnosis had no medical issues or even much contact with the medical system. Saying that, it has been 8 months since the initial diagnosis so I've had a bit of time to process things. I am just taking each day as it comes (which is hard for me as I am a planner by nature) and understanding that some things are just not in my control. It really helps to know that I am not alone.
