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I have constant pain from my hip down to my ankle. I am due for a epidural injection in my spine tomorrow and I am very worried that I may be injured. from marimoses

Hello, I had a fall while working and had X-rays and was told both knees are bone on bone. That part hasn’t bothered me as much as a high grade radial tear which involves the posterior root attachment site of the medial meniscus with associated mild peripheral meniscal displacement. Also have a fracture. This happened May 1st. They found all that out when I told them I needed an MRI. Of course you have to get permission from Workers Comp so everything takes forever. Whatever happens, I want a second opinion. It has been so painful I borrowed neighbors walker because they can’t seem to get me one. My neighbor is over 6’ and i am 5’.
I really am not feeling confident as the clinic is treating me so different than they did for my regular appointments. I am retired but working 25 hrs/week at senior housing where I clean all main areas. Very physical work but enjoy it. I am thinking I should just fake it and go back to work and look for a good doctor. Thanks for listening. Ive had chronic pain since late 80’s so am no stranger to pain.

@MariMosis What you describe sounds like sciatica pain If it is a chiropractor can help with this You didn't say why your getting the back injection?

Do you have Medicaer? If you do, they will cover the walker.

@krberg You said to you did this at work did your boss send you to there Dr.? In Pa I fractured my back while on the job ,my boss sent me to there Dr.and I never had to do anything the Dr.and workers comp toke care of everything. I understand in Calif it's different. Good luck The Dr put me in a turtle shell brace it didn't cost me anything ,the workers comp should do as the Dr.says it you need a walker they should provide it

@krberg Hello!
I also fell at work. It wasn't until the next day that the pain really kicked in. I also had knee issues and I also tore my medical meniscus.
Luckily, my orthopedist is a Workman Comp doctor.
I couldn't walk and tests indicated I needed surgery. So, I did.
I was home for about a week or 2 and worked part time while I went for PT.
Since I was the boss, it was difficult being gone so long, but I did what I had to.
I hope you find a good doc and feel better soon.
Ronnie (GRANDMAr)

Im happy to find a group like this. Id really like to connect with people who can help me with my situation. And be able to hear how others are coping.

Any ideas for constant toothache type pain on left side of nose ,cheek and upper teeth. Also dysfunctional nose. 13 years of pain getting worse

@joannemaisey have you seen a dentist?

Yes even had a tooth implant thinking it would help but it made no difference.