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Posted 10/23/2014 5:34 PM (GMT 0)
Hi all,
I have too much body pain mostly in my back and legs ,is it that my depresson is not controlled or its getting worse?

body pain and aches are related to depression ...as many docs say ,i am on lexapro but body pain is getting worse .

I do not want to talk to doc as he may switch the pill.

i hate to try new pills ... shakehead
Posted 10/23/2014 5:47 PM (GMT 0)
Well, when we are depressed, we often perceive the pain as more intense. I am not saying that it is "Not real", but asking if you are dwelling on it, and thereby making more a part of your experience.

I perceive less pain when I am busy.

I have never heard that more pain=more depression. Lexapro is not a pain reliever, is it?

Do you exercise? An easy walk for fifteen minutes can help shake the aches out of your muscles. When working or sitting, stand up and move every half-hour or so.
Posted 10/23/2014 7:38 PM (GMT 0)
I agree with Myself in that when we are not depressed or dwelling on the pain, it at least seems less intense. There was a commercial for Cymbalta for many years and it's line was "depression hurts, Cymbalta can help." Cymbalta is an AD that does help with chronic pain.

Is your pain new or something you've battled? Could it be from your fall? Have you noticed tensing up lately with your depression & anxiety & dealing with your spouse?

Do pain medications like Ibuprofen or Tylenol help?

It doesn't sound serious and I would try to treat with relaxation techniques & over the counter pain meds. Also, warm Epson salt baths are proven to help relieve pain. You can buy Epson salts at the drugstore or Walmart.

Sending you much love and healing Cilly. You are a dear friend around here♥️

Lisa
Posted 10/23/2014 8:16 PM (GMT 0)
Easy slow walking is one of the best things to releive back and leg pain. loosens up the muscles and relaxes you.

Best of luck
Peace
Trina
Posted 10/24/2014 9:46 AM (GMT 0)
yup i do the turtle crawl even when i am just about fully seized. at all costs you got to move. i stretch daily, sometimes more than twice!!! changed tunes tonight, bit of funky deep purple. keep well cilly. and keep fighting.
Posted 10/25/2014 4:06 AM (GMT 0)
Myself -you are absolutely correct,if i walk around my pain is less.Lexapro is not for pain more for depression and anxiety .

Lisa -you brought up a good concern ,my pain has increased very much since the fall and can't cope with it lately but stress (more and more lately) makes it increase too .Advil helps but i avoid it.Baths give me panic attacks so i do not take them anymore.I really need CYMBALTA but i forget anytime i see doc.Thanks so much for your kind words ,i really appreciate them.
Trina -you are very right ,i am trying to keep slow moving and it helps me a lot.

HT-I need to add stretching and moving around a lot .Thanks for motivation.

You all give me motivation and reason to be proactive in my journey of anxiety and panic attacks that life cannot continue like this .
I appreciate your kind and healing words as they warm my heart anytime i log on to HW.
You are my solid rock ,like a silent family ,my healing would not have been possible with you great companions of my forum friends.

thanks you all!!!!!!

Praying and sending positive healing thoughts ~~~ :-)

Post Edited (cilly) : 10/24/2014 10:09:02 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 10/25/2014 6:52 AM (GMT 0)
I am very sorry that your pain is bad Cilly. I know I am in constant pain in my lower back, and both hips. I know that moving around and stretching out is good for the body but also too much can bit you in the booty too. I try to walk a bit then rest and walk a bit more. I am only 29 and my hips are already looking to be replaced! Stay strong hun
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