Gerry O'Rourke
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                        
                        
                        I live in Hong Kong and have almost constant abdominal pain.  I can't lift my son, 12 1bs, without feeling pulling around my bellybutton. I also can't stand for more than 20 minutes without my abdominal muscles beginning to shake.  Sitting for long periods is also uncomfortable.      However, I have no problem swimming for 40 minutes and feel better after I have done it.      I had a skiing accident 6-1/2 years ago where I dropped about 20 feet going at a fast speed.      I have been seen by surgeons, physical therapists, chriropractors, Chinese doctors, massage therapists, but still no answer.  I have had ultrasounds and a CT scan with no results.    Any suggestions?  Could I have damaged the anterior of a vertebrae or have some nerve system problem?  What would be the best way test for these problems.    Any help is appreciated.    Gerry in Hong Kong