Side effects - Clicky Clacky Joints!!

[fishyknitboy]

After SWIM has had a reasonable binge on street Amph (base) or even while still under the influence, SWIM's joints, especially Knees, Elbows, Knuckles and Back seem to crack and be very stiff!! SWIM thinks it's not particularly uncomfortable, in fact quite relieving when it occurs, but is somewhat unnerving! Can anyone explain why this occurs? Is it something to be concerned about? And does it happen to any SWIY's??
Any response would be greatly appreciated!!
Much love to all...xxx

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YES! SWIM finds that after even a low dose of dextroamphetamine, as little as 20-30mg, his back needs cracked every few minutes! This is extremely frustrating, as cracking really does nothing to alleviate this discomfort for any length of time. If SWIM has stayed up for over 24 hours with the aid of amph, this is worsened tenfold.

[SmokeRings]

SWIM is pretty sure most feel this way, SWIM tends to get "stuck" in her computer for hours on end, realizing that she hasn't really moved much and tends to be tensed up around the neck and shoulders the most.
SWIM doesn't crack as much, but have friends that do, and they say it helps when they've realized they've been tensed up in a particular position over time.
SWIM once played marathon darts one night (literally for like 12 hours straight) and the next four days were hell. She apparently had been standing in the same cockeyed position while throwing and had her knee in an unnatural position.
SWIM could barely walk for the first few days!

[fishyknitboy]

Thanks for replies!
SWIM finds that even though Amph is a "stimulant" he seems to spend an awful lot of time just sat around not doin much, i.e, on here, on chat, online poker, mostly computer orientated activities!! LOL!!
SWIM also agrees with what has been said, it probably is due to remaining static and immobile for lengths of time, therefore joints and muscles seize up.
My next question being, would it have anything to do with slight dehydration and/or loss of salts etc?
Thanks in advance for any info.
Much love...xxx

[SmokeRings]

SWIM says absolutely, keeping hydrated and remembering to eat, bathe, brush teeth, all of that is extremely important and not turn you into a "poster child" for use.
SWIM smokes meth now, as opposed to snorting coke and meth years ago and has found that she is less "speedy" this way, and much prefers it actually. The comedown for her is less harsh!
SWIM wonders how you use and how much? What would be a normal pattern of use for you, including how you use, what you use and how long you tend to stay up.

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Originally Posted by SmokeRings

SWIM says absolutely, keeping hydrated and remembering to eat, bathe, brush teeth, all of that is extremely important and not turn you into a "poster child" for use.
SWIM smokes meth now, as opposed to snorting coke and meth years ago and has found that she is less "speedy" this way, and much prefers it actually. The comedown for her is less harsh!
SWIM wonders how you use and how much? What would be a normal pattern of use for you, including how you use, what you use and how long you tend to stay up.

SWIM has an adderall prescription...yeah, kiddy meth. He usually takes between 20-40 mg in a 24 hour period, sometimes more, and doses almost exclusively sublingually, with the occasional swallowed tab, disolving a tab in water, and rarely inssuflation. He doses daily, and usually sleeps every night, but during the school year he usually pulls one ~40 hour "day" a week.

[fishyknitboy]

Thanks again for reply smoke rings.
SWIM tends to start use on a Friday night, normally going straight through until Sunday evening, an exception was made this week and SWIM started Thursday night and appears to still be enjoying himself!!
The quality of the "Base" which SWIM gets is very hit and miss, but, this week has been different.
SWIM managed to come across a new vending machine, who's name was Gilbert I believe, this is some serious strength Base and SWIM has not sampled anything like this for a long, long time!! SWIM has consumed so far roughly 1/8 but is soon to be acquiring some more, SWIM will probably total 1/4 before the weekend is out, this is a pretty normal routine for SWIM. SWIM likes to snort, likes the instant hit, and the smell and taste believe it or not!!?
Anyway, SWIM hopes that is enough info' for SWIY??
Be good...xxx

[SmokeRings]

1/4 of how much? SWIM generally buys 3.5g (8ball) at a time and will last her two solid weekends of binging and a few evenings during the weeks between.
SWIM has found over time, that attempting even "meth sleep" is best even on weekends, SWIM acquired late this weekend, so that rule will not be applied most likely! SWIM might want to nod off at some point tonight, as she's found even 2 to 4 hours of that funky sorta sleep really does help. SWIM finds she wakes up high still, of course goes to the pipe and loads another bowl!

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Originally Posted by SmokeRings

1/4 of how much? SWIM generally buys 3.5g (8ball) at a time and will last her two solid weekends of binging and a few evenings during the weeks between.
SWIM has found over time, that attempting even "meth sleep" is best even on weekends, SWIM acquired late this weekend, so that rule will not be applied most likely! SWIM might want to nod off at some point tonight, as she's found even 2 to 4 hours of that funky sorta sleep really does help. SWIM finds she wakes up high still, of course goes to the pipe and loads another bowl!

SWIM would guess this poster meant 1/4 of an ounce.

[fishyknitboy]

SWIM did indeed mean 1/4 oz, SWIM suspects that this is relatively pure in comparison to some Base he's had of late, SWIM says that you just know when you have just bought good Amph, and that he did!! SWIM is thinking he must get some sleep this afternoon, as he want's to get back on it tonight!!
Digressing slightly, SWIM is very eager to try pharmaceutical Amph but has never had the chance unfortunately, SWIM feels like he's really missing out!!
Anyway, be good all...xxx

[SmokeRings]

SWIM forgets that amph and meth are different, the thought of that much meth in a weekend made her gag a little! SWIM suspects she wouldn't be living.
SWIM wonders what is considered "street amph" to you, as she's noticed on this forum and others, people tend to mix meth and amph.
What is street amph to the OP?
SWIM uses meth, which is also known as crystal, ice, blah, blah, blah, clear, white shards either in good chunks, or small ice like shards.
What exactly is OP using?
SWIM knows she's not going to sleep, she stopped fooling herself about 2 hours ago!

[fishyknitboy]

Over the pond in the U.K "Base" is basically free base amphetamine sulphate, meth is quite hard to come by in these parts! "Speed" is amphetamine sulphate. SWIM has consumed just over 1/4 oz of "Base", which is quite alot as it's good quality!
Hope this helps?
P.S I think SWIM would like to try meth but would be quite nervous to be honest!!
xxx

[SmokeRings]

SWIM thinks if OP can handle taking 1/4 oz. of amph, you'd quite enjoy meth! However, SWIM was never a fan of speed, always felt like she had to do a ton (kind of like OP) and always had a harder time w/the comedown.

SWIM prefers meth, as it requires much less for a much higher high. SWIM wasn't ever a fan or very good at snorting, and prefers smoking meth. Not only did she experience what she called "snort fright" (much like stage fright) she hated the drainage and when in possession of purer batches, would inevitably be in the bathroom throwing up from the intense drain!

Meth burns like a mother when snorting, SWIM remembers it well, and it's been close to 15 years since she did it that way!
SWIM only recently got back into meth, about 6 months or so. SWIM was curious as she knew her friend had smoked for 10 years and finally asked one day to try it. She remembered smoking it only once all those years ago, and did remember it was a much different high than snorting, and wanted to try again, knowing that the quality of meth her friend got was much better than 15 years ago.

SWIM has enjoyed it, as for her, it doesn't make her feel quite so speedy as snorting either coke or meth in the past had.
But to each his own, if a drug makes one nervous, SWIM advises to stay away, if OP is happy w/current method and type of drug, SWIM see's no reason to introduce something else.

SWIM is also one who has easily put the "uppers" down, SWIM is most definitely more into "downers" as she smokes weed daily and has for well over 10 years. SWIM enjoys sleeping way too much! SWIM is also a big fan of Xanax and Valium as well.

SWIMs going through a tough break up and a lot of other personal issues and tends to do self-destructive things (like smoking meth) to get through. Rough spots are almost patched up, so her weekends of over indulgence will be over soon. SWIM knows her limits, knows that it's within her power to either control her use, or let the drug take control and while she wishes life were a bit different now, not so hard, she knows this too shall pass. While meth is fun, it is a very dangerous and seductive drug, so she knows it's time to put the pipe up!

Back to the OPs original question about the cracking joints and such, she suggests you make sure to try and remind yourself to stretch often. SWIMs usually glued to the computer, so she uses the top of the hour to try and stand, stretch, rehydrate if drink is low, brush her teeth and just let the blood circulate for a bit once again.
Food, water and hygiene are key, SWIM quite enjoys getting in a steaming hot shower after smoking a bowl!

[fishyknitboy]

Thanks for the low-down SmokeRings, always good to get some backround info!!
Just to briefly deviate back to the original topic, SWIM's Back in particular is very sore, mostly the Lumbar area just above SWIM's Bum!! SWIM is assuming it's not a problem with SWIM's kidneys as SWIM has tried to remain as safely hydrated as possible throughout, but rather just posture? By the way advice has been taken from SWIY's and SWIM is doing a regular "stretch-out" feels great, but SWIM's partner in crime is looking somewhat dumbfounded!! LOL!!
Thanks again for all answers and info'.
Much love...xxx

[SmokeRings]

Posture and one position too long. SWIM would only worry if when you touch the area where your kidney's are and it's tender, well, lay off the sauce and take a break and get fluids and nutrition.
Everyone's chemistry is different, SWIM has always had a very high tolerance for any and every substance, but knows she can usually consume twice as much as most for the same high!
Know your body and yourself, if your body is talking and saying "dude, seriously, lay OFF" then LISTEN to it! SWIM is not sure of your age, but is in her early 30's, and feels she knows her body well. SWIMs body was talkin' last night, so SWIM took a break, smoked a few bowls of MJ, ate, showered, OTC sleeping pills and 10 hours of sleep later is back to normal!

[fishyknitboy]

Sorry for the slow reply SmokeRings, manic week, not literally!!
To change the direction of the thread slightly, SWIM has just acquired some Rtalin, does SWIY have much experience with this? SWIM has had 2 10mg pills, orally in the last 2 hours and is feeling...... NICE!! Any input?
Also back to the previous subject, after a lengthy binge on Amph SWIM suffers terribly with dry and sore eyes, this SWIM assumes is down to lack of sleep, SWIM hasn't really found an adequate remedy to this problem as yet, does SWIY have any tips? SWIM has tried eye drops, cool water and even cold tea bags but with no great results!!
Again any info what so ever would be great!!
Much love...xxx