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 had 4 cervical fusions including a plate from C4-C7. I have a bulging disc at C7-T1. This past summer I had back surgery at L5-S1. Due to surgical complications I had emergency bowel surgery 10 days post op. I was still in pain and ended up with another fusion this past Feb for L-4-5. I know that when I go to the neurosurgeon, his primary focus is surgery and I don't think he is really interested in the repercussions. I don't know who else to turn to? I am in a lot of pain and dependent on pain meds to get me thru the day. I can't work and have applied for disability. Can someone please tell me if there is another type of doctor to go to?
Hang on, help will be here soon. There are folks that long on here who know about the surgical aspects. I just wanted to let you know I care. God Bless.