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Having Spinal Shots Monday
A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Hope the shots help you x

posted February 22
How Are You Today
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A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I thought I’d give an update. I am out of my neck brace have been for a few weeks now at first it was really hard to do because I’m so used to have worn it. But I’m holding my head up on my own. I… read more

posted March 31
Has Your Physician Offered "Abuse Deterrent" Options For Pain Medication?
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As a Pain Management Pharmacy we work with manufacturers and suppliers to be prepared for shortages before they happen. To be proactive we educate Pain Management Doctors on the few abuse deterrent options that are available. This includes Oxycodone options that have abuse deterrent properties, but are still Oxycodone and still effective for those who need it. Prescribers are understandably reluctant to change a medication regimen because none of us like change when something is working… read more

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

An option would be something like “Roxybond” which is an abuse deterrent version that is new and not a lot of physicians are prescribing it, so it’s more available.

posted March 5
What Do We Do When They Are Out Of Our Meds At Pharmacy
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A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Hi Alex. Yes that's good news.thankyou I'll look this up tomorrow.

posted March 6
Is It Common For Chronic Pain Sufferers To Work With A Psychologist?
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I work for a pharmacy that specializes in serving chronic pain patients and we know the financial strain that medication can cause. Does this make psychological help unaffordable?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Not for me at least

posted February 22
Why Is Nerve Damage At Night In Back Legs Feet And Toes So Bad From Nerve Damage Lower Spine. Sleepless Nights
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A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Thanku Anne and Lorraine

posted February 13
I Come On Here Give My Experience And Get Shot Down In Flames Because I Don't Say What People Want To Hear. Asked About My Experience
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A MyChronicPainTeam Member

@debbiebowyer. Ah Debbie it’s great to see your back on the admin of this group. Shouldn’t have printed that reply as they read messages . So sorry I would have done the same you know no one should do… read more

posted February 16
Does Anyone Know/have A Bed Topper Which Softens The Impact Of Your Joints And Doesn't Cost A Small Fortune?
A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭

As a side sleeper, my shoulders and hips are usually sore in the morning, even though I switch sides during the night. Sometimes, when both sides are sore, I have no choice but to sleep on my back, which is when I must elevate the pillows or I stop breathing momentarily.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Hi I’ve a cpap machine I have sleep apnea we at times stop breathing in my sleep so this machine is a god send definitely saving my life 🤗🤗

posted February 8
How Many Of You Hurt Your Back At Work? Dealing With The Workers Compensation System Is Tough. I Worked For Over 30 Yrs. At Last Job. 😠
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Well I always worked ver hard all my life I worked for 4 hotels house keeper I loved my jobs until finally I couldn’t work anymore. That were 14 years ago my back just snapped in my own garden whilst… read more

posted February 4
Does Anyone Else Suffer From Trigeminal Neuralgia?
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I was just diagnosed with this TG and told that people suffering from CPS, Diabetes, CFS, and Fibromyalgia have a tendency to get TG. I can't seem to win.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Ha, yes I get trigeminal nerve pain but find lamotrigine helps lots, I know someone on tegretol but it doesn't seem to work for him as well. In UK, lamotrigine isn't considered 1st line treatment but… read more

posted February 8
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