Chronic Pain Support Group
Physicians and professionalsdefine pain as chronic if it lasts longer than three to six months and is persistent. It's distinct from acute pain that is a direct result of injury or trauma. This support group is dedicated to those suffering from chronic pain. Discuss treatments that have worked for you, find advice for your specific experience, and find support. You're not...
i have been in at least 4 car wrecks the last one three years ago when i was 7 mnths pregnant with my daughter. this year it seems that my back is hurting me worse than ever and i cant get doctors to find out what is really going on and tuesday went to the doctor's and got pain meds and muscle relaxers but they are not lasting between doses and i am hurting bad what do i do.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
It all comes down to how much pain can you tolerate and still have a quality of life. If we were given enough meds to completely knock down our pain, we all would be unable to get out of bed.
You need pain mgmt, and you need a medication that is time released like an Oxy, or MS Contin, methadone all are meds we take. For back pain epidural injections help many of us lasting from 2 weeks to 6 months between series.
Read my post about taking charge of your health care most likely a few pages back now. It will give you insights. I can answer questions and help you with the next step.
God speed
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