I finally have some hope. After years of hurting and being on vicodin, I have started spinal injections. Today is the first time in a long time that I'm not hurting. I started physical therapy for my back a few weeks ago and that was helping. I no longer cry when getting out of bed. But after having an injection I actually don't hurt. I'm hoping that it will last for a while. Scheduled for 2 more. I would love more than anything to get off vicodin. I know I am addicted to them after being on them for 3 1/2 years. I hate the way I feel on them but the pain has beat me down. I know a lot of it is from the drugs. I'm an alcoholic but have been sober for 8 years. But I traded booze for pain pills. Most days I don't feel good about myself because of it. But now I know what it's like to not hurt. I hope the feeling lasts for a while so I can get stronger with physical therapy. What has others experienced with spinal injections? What has helped you?
These are very good news. God bless you and help you to heal faster with this new treatment. Wishing you health and happiness.
Is it Laura @ Imcoletx03 ? I'm sorry . It helps me if I know both names. I don't get as confused. Why isn't my post to u from this morning below your profile. If they are private messages, I've tried to find out how to do them & can't - sorry. We'll have to talk this way for a while unless u initiate conversation again. Pls. set me straight because I owe you a reply from this a.m. ...Hope you have pleasant dreams & that shot worked. I'll try to fill u in tomorrow about your questions,if I hear from u. ....fondly Barri
Hi Barri,
I know it's kinda confusing. My name is Laura. My support group id is lmcoletx03. My email address is "[email protected]." But we can do the private messages here. I don't mind.
I'm back from getting my injection. So far so good. The injection site is a bit sore but I'm not feeling much pain. They told me to take it easy all day. So I might just take me a nap. Imagine that? A nap in the day time. Can't remember the last time I took a nap.
How are you feeling today? I would love to hear from you. Take care and talk to you soon.
Laura