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Posted 7/11/2013 1:07 AM (GMT 0)
For me--heat, ice, Tens, therapy, rest, walking a bit, stretching, exercising as much as I'm able, wheelchair when I need it...

I haven't tried--agh-what's that thing where they can get you to be able to use your mind to help control your pain by using images on a computer screen? I'm interested in that, but can't remember what it's called!

I'm always looking for new ways to help control my pain. Thanks:)
Posted 7/11/2013 1:38 AM (GMT 0)
Using a focal point? Is it something like that?

I watch movies, pet my puppy, play Candy Crush, or post on here to distract me when its bad. And if all else fails, I try to sleep.
Posted 7/11/2013 1:46 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Flower,

Good to hear from you.... hope those little ones are doing well :)

I do pretty much the same as mentioned here.... I focus on my kids, use the computer, I DVR all my shows and watch them off/on from 9 til midnight - when my pain tends to be the highest, basically - distraction.... and rest... light walks....

But I mostly say it's my meds that work. A combo of pain meds; nerve meds; muscle relaxer.... they keep me from about a constant 7 or 8.... to about a 5 on most days. (except when I overdo - like this past week).

--Tina
Posted 7/11/2013 9:03 AM (GMT 0)
I do the same as you guys. Netflix is my best friend at night. I also make up a pain relieving oil (all natural essential oils) that works amazing for me my in-laws friends and co-workers. It numbs me up enough to get some relief that the meds never give.
Posted 7/11/2013 11:41 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Flower. I use hydrotherapy. Sleep in my recliner and use a little roll like pillow when sitting at appointments and riding in car. Also use heat and Voltaren gel.

As for getting away from the pain in my mind I travel to far away places through words in a good book. My kids say when I'm in a book I'm completely not here. Lol
Posted 7/11/2013 6:57 PM (GMT 0)
I use my TENS unit, a heating pad, a hot bath, stretching, and distraction like everyone else. Lol. I use stints of Physical Therapy when it's really bad. I'm also in the process of buying a three wheeled bike so I can get more exercise that isn't "impact" related. That will take some of the wear and tear off of my back, hips, knees, ankles and feet. For someone with my condition who has no balance whatsoever, the three wheeler is necessary but they're more expensive too! Ugh!
Posted 7/12/2013 1:00 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Flower,

I use my TENS, hot bath/shower, bio-feedback, ice, lots of pillows when I'm in bed. Hubby got me one of those gigantic heating pads that they use in physical therapy, they get hotter than a regular heating pad.
Posted 7/12/2013 3:52 PM (GMT 0)
Tablets and using gels helps the most.

I attend Physical Therapy on a weekly basis. I do my exercises daily.

I try to distract myself by watching movies online, music videos or listen to music. I can't sit or stand for too long at once so I watch movies in parts.
I also read novels and inspirational books.

UA
Posted 7/12/2013 8:15 PM (GMT 0)
THank you to everyone! What wonderful ideas.

Justanotherday, how did you learn biofeedback? Where did you go? DId they use a computer or something? Very curious, as that's what I was talking about in my first post. Thank you!
Posted 7/13/2013 12:20 AM (GMT 0)
Staying off my feet is one of the best things I can do, but that is hard to do with busy lives.

Soaking in a hot bath, or our Spa does wonders for my joint, but its problematic for me with my Urostomy. My urologist says to stay out of the tub/Spa, because I am at high risk for UTI's.

Also, sitting in hot water makes my Urostomy device prone to come loose and leak, and at 15 bucks a swap, it would get expensive. On real occasions, on the night we plan to change the device, I will get in the Spa and take the chance on the UTI part. We keep our hot tub very clean, even though its hardly ever used.

If I could take a hot soaker every day, I think it would make a huge difference. Definitely relaxing on the joints.

David
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