Hi crazypurple..what is DDD ?

jokey - DDD is Degenerative Disc Disease.

Hi Crazy,
You can get some SI injections if that is what you new diagnosis is. According to what I've heard, SI shots do work and they give you relief, so that is something to look into. Talk to your pain management Doctor about them, OK? Take care,

Thankyou Tipper ....Crazypurple1 leaving you with hugs

Do the SI joint injections really work?? Thanks

You are seeking a 'sacroiliac joint block'. The DDD has no bearing on the SI joint. It is the biggest joint in the human body and many suffer from this 'lower back' pain. If you have pain radiating down your legs to your toes, it's very likely the SI joint is causing you this pain.
7 years ago I spent 2 years with a minimally invasive pain management doctor who tried the SI joint blocks on me. It gave me 2 days worth of relief. My issue though was my disc at L5-S1 with annular tears (eventual spinal fusion) without pain running down my legs, thus the SI joint block was more of an experiment since my doctor was being very proactive.
Do the research and if you're comfortable with your doctor then by all means try the SI joint block and hopefully it will alleviate your SIJ pain.

Hello Everyone thank u for the information. also help other ppl what is DDD

"Degenerative Disc Disease": Degenerative disc disease (usually occurring in your 40s and 50s) causes the disks -- which act as shock absorbers for the spine and allow it to flex, bend, and twist -- to dry out and become brittle. This can cause pain, limit range of motion, and irritate muscles or tendons.
[By Lisa Zamosky, WebMD Feature]

I had the back surgery, and i still have leg pain, but it could be worse. I also got the shots and they really didnt help.

manny123
wow ouch surgery i never want that but other like wrists fine my elbow fine but for my back could be risk i am sorry that u have leg pain and not work

painsRus
thanks for the info i am learning alot

You're welcome. The better informed we all are, the sounder decisions we can make.
Since I've been adapting to the chronic pain lifestyle for over 7yrs now I like passing on what I have learned, and continue to learn, to those that are seeking helpful answers.
With that in mind, quit smoking asap! Eat a healthy diet, stay very well hydrated (plain green tea is awesome) with water, and by no means remain lethargic. Even if it means walking in circles around your home, keep moving.
Best of luck and keep educating yourself!

crazy,

You might ask about a dicogram (no it's not Western Union at a dancing spot). It will surely let you know if a disc is involved. It's the only thing I know of that proves pain and cures skeptical doctors.

-Snake

thanks for more info i think that is enuff for now but i appericate with u guys