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Doc just gave a laugh, "Well, I hadn't planned on you putting your full body weight on your back just yet. You did that to yourself. Now, relax." He then had Jim lay back down.
"All of your treatment will be done here," he explained, "that is partially why I chose this large room for you."
As they chatted, Michelle arrived and smiled.
"Hello, Dr. Holliday," she winked, "always a treat to see you."
"And to you too, Michelle," Doc answered professionally, "I'd like you to meet your new patient, Jim. He's just had major back surgery so be kind."
"Oh, I promise," she smiled.
"Well, I'll leave you two alone," Doc said as he left the room to tend to some other matters.
Michelle assisted Jim to laying flat on his stomach. Slowly, she started to gently work his back.
"Let me know if it hurts," she said kindly, "I'm here to help, not hurt."
With her hands open, he worked the muscles around the surgical area and upper back. She would adjust as needed to keep him comfortable.