Hard time sleeping

Hey Vic I have not heard that any cause any issues with fusing and know several past fusions who have taken both Valerian and Melatonin and had no problems and both were Dr recommended. Either can be found in health food stores and some pharmacies. Not sure how long you have been off all meds but it could be the culprit even months out. Try some bedtime reading,warm shower or bath,keeping the room cooler also helps. Time's probably your best bet and I know that its stressful to feel unrested.

Good luck and I hope you soon get some sleep.

Vic, I can't remember if you are in the states or not. Melatonin can be bought in many grocery stores where they have the OTC remedies. Walmart is also another place it can be bought. I can't say if these places will sell Valerian root or not. I think you are on the right track as to why you are having difficulty sleeping.

Recently a friend of mine stopped taking a prescription sleeping pill that she had been on many years. She has found Tylenol PM, Sleep Time to be very effective. This is also bought OTC. If you decide to check this one out, be sure that it does not contain an NSAID in it, as NSAIDs will interfere with the fusion process.

Take care.