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How Many Of You Are Going To Make A New Year’s Celebration 🎉 For Me I’m Going To Get Out More Weather Permitting. Always With My Dog Hope

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Which Chronic Pain Symptom Surprised You The Most?

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HELLO, HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I Just Wanted To Wish Everyone The Best Of Luck, Health And Happiness. Happy New Year Many Blessings Michele

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We All Have Lots Of Pain There’s One Question Id Like To Raise Has Anyone Ever Been Cured I’ve Been Told I’ll Never Be Free From Suffering

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Does Anyone Know Where To Go & How To Manage Housing Assistance & Utilities Assistance While Working On Disability When You Have No One?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Fort Myers, FL

I used to think my roommate (ex-husband) was my only real friend & help. I see now that is not even so. We have been thru a lot together as husband & wife, & friends. I even supported him financially after we split up while he applied for disability & fought for 9 years w/ attorneys & lost. I worked 2 full-time jobs while we were still together. Paid what bills he could not when I was living with my ex boyfriend. Now the tables are turned & he has the business I once did. Not willing to put the… read more

Recovery

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Liverpool, UK

Hi all, I had laminectomy for spinal stenosis as I couldn't walk due to numbness & weakness in my back, legs & feet. I'm now 7 weeks into recovery but still getting numbness in my back & feet after standing for about 10mins, walking is no longer a problem its just the standing. Also after I've had a short walk, later in the day, my surgical site is very very stiff and painful- is this part of recovery does anyone know? I've been told walking is the best thing for me, but it leaves me in… read more

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

@A MyChronicPainTeam Member hi ah bless you Vicky hope this works for you sweetheart.nothing worked for me but I'm positive for you keep on doing.you may be one of the lucky ones Lorra xxxxx

March 6, 2023

Why Are Drugs Mostly Always The Answer?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Palm Coast, FL

I have lower back pain for years. Now I have Sciatica along with everything else. I have gone to Neurologists, Ortho guys, my Primary, a Chiro and a few others, and mostly the only thing offered to me is Drugs. I can have "anything I want" from Asprin to Percoset. I dont want any of it. I want to find a treatment or cure that I can actually live with. PT doesnt work for me bevause it only brings on more pain. I'm 71, I'd like to enjoy the years I have left.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Yes Yvonnelewis. Does tiger balm help your joints.thanks Lorraine xx 😃

April 14

Is There Any Treatment Besides Surgery To Correct A Reverse Lordosis In The Cervical Spine?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
El Cajon, CA

After 3 cervical spine surgeries, I now suffer from stenosis in the cord,and constant pain. I get shots to release the knots, but they return and crimp the bones. The pain is only part, my arms and legs are losing sensation, or spasm wildly to the point of cramping .

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Hi Noreen Richards frederick.i get jerks in my hands a lot I can't raisey arms above my head.im 64.iv my husband he helps a lot he's working.i had L4L5S1 surgery 2 ops.iv anklizing stenosis.in my… read more

February 27, 2023

Can You Get Trained Up To Give Yourself Pain Injections At Home

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Ireland, IN
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Well, the answer is…it depends. Are you asking about getting an intramuscular injection of some type of narcotic? If so, the answer is yes but why would you want to inject it when you can take… read more

March 1, 2023

Medical Marijuana

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
York, PA

Aw

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

🙂It is legal in MI, and one of my daughter's uses only marijuana for many forms of pain she deals with, and manages to live a useful life
My s-i-l, however is addicted to it, and is high most of the… read more

February 26, 2023

Is There A "team" For Autoimmune Disorders??

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Toccoa, GA

I often feel so alone cuz there's not much support out there for people like me. I have primary sjogrens disease

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Yes Lita we are a family team here.we can give help yourself suffer with cryps..I do feel for you.take care here's a hug.🤗😘

February 11, 2023

Hello Dear Fellow Members

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Toronto ON Canada

Just checking with you all. I have had headaches since November of 2022. Now they're slight but still annoying cause it's chronic. I have a bad disc in my neck back. For about 30 years. My neck was in excruciating pain. I had to use my hand to lift my neck. I was doing tasks of stocking shelves in a store and I feel that started the severe pain. Plus I have fibromyalgia for 30 years. And alot of big stress in my life. I went to hospitals and my own doctor. Says it's from tension n fibro and the… read more

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Have you tried different pillows or mattress on your bed....they can make a hell of a difference to your neck/spine position in bed. Definitely worth a try.

February 26, 2023

Los Angeles TMJ Doctor

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Los Angeles, CA

I was curious if anyone knew or had success with a dentist in the LA area who treated TMJ? Thank you!

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Very good! If I'm not intruding, did the chiro mention anything about C1/C2? And, have you had a sleep study? While these are nothing a like - I was curious about the Chiro, but also my neuro… read more

March 26, 2023

Medication And Memory

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Montreal, QC

Has anyone noticed a coalition vis a vie memory and meds. My memory has been getting progressively worse monthly. I AM 52 so it may just be I'm getting old but I was sharp as a knife when I was younger. Could the meds mess with memory

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Around our 30's, no matter our health, we make less of an enzyme needed. It was discovered and one company with many researchers and doctors found how to harness this and help people. (no guarantees… read more

February 22, 2023
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