Haven't been here in a while...trying to keep busy and my mind off pain. I've recently developed hip issues (I exercise daily); they're not sure if its bursitis or calcification. In any case,...
Yes Merrida - I've had 2 MRI's, 3 cortisone injections and 4 sets of Marcaine injections. They didn't make one iota of difference! The next step is to freeze the nerve they think is being pinched to...
Thanks so much, really appreciate it!...
For decades, I have had burning pain while seated. It affects only the backs of my thighs...the part that is in contact with the chair. I also develop numbness in my lower back if I sit too long...
Hi HelenEvan, Check out the publications from Harvard Medical School. I find them helpful. Cut and paste the following link into your browser:...
I agree with Straydog. Sounds like a drop in blood pressure, but that should happen as soon as you stand up, not 10 seconds later. I have experienced something similar all my life because my bp is on...
I was just speaking with my Pharmacist about the Nucynta and the side effects sound scary, but if it works, it's worth taking the risk, don't you think? I've been on Lyrica 300mg since the 25th of...
Thanks so much for the welcome(s) and the suggestions...I will definitely check out the Nucynta. I did go to another pain doctor for my back/sitting issue and went thru four sets of injections of...
Hello to you all, just joined.. I am really quite taken back by the number of folks going through something similar and it's nice to know that there's so much support. I'm a 59 yr old male from...