Understood Charles. If this helps the pain at all in the feet, that to me is a game changer and I will be very happy.
She also said it may help with swelling I have in the sinus that I was to take a steroid for. I asked her if I should wait to take it (another dr prescribed me a steroid for that issue). Since the back is more important than the sinus I am opting for that shot of course. So this would be a perk.
If I understood her, if a shot does not last long enough then I would be a candidate for ablation. So, having options is good.
Since it’s not going to do anything for spasm, looks like I will end up staying on muscle relaxer unless there is another alternative for that.
I think talking to you gave me the confidence to talk to her about the whole balance thing. Thank God I did! I would not have seen that as an option. So, Thank You Charles! 😊
Thank you Charles. I have plenty of nerve pain so that sounds like a match. Now I’m confused why my nm doctor was against the pain managements ‘ablation’ and epidural. She said it would make my balance worse.
I thought both those doctors should be on the same page. So I have not had any procedures to help my nerve pain which has reached agonizing levels. It’s worsened and is more frequent. I’m worried. If i don’t get the right help this could become permanent.
I have CRPS and Small Fiber Neuropathy. Between the two of them I have a lot of numbness in both feet and creeping up my legs. For relief from the pain of these I have a spinal cord stimulator implanted. My experience with RFAs has been specific nerves targeted like my sural nerve and nerves in my neck that give me occipital headaches. I have gone over a year without needing another ablation. Great relief.
When I searched sural nerve I received an eduction in anatomy and physiology, with more definition than the dermatomes I’ve seen. Very helpful to see what nerve innervates what nerve. The spots where I have issues too. It’s gratifying to learn what has been missing for so long.
The body’s complex nerve systems and all associated triggers my investigation into the how of ‘it’. Pain, odd sensations and such problems. I want to know how to communicate to my doctor to help them help me. Needing them to determine the why of it.
I am glad your treatments are helping your symptoms with great relief. Having an accurate diagnosis helps.
What criteria is used to determine CRPS? Is it from an old injury, new or something else? Because I have old injury to neck and new injuries to back (new being a fall in 2021) then symptoms kicked up 6 months later. Coincidental? Don’t know.
I’d like to know if my problems were brought on by falls or disease process. I hope they make a determination…
Re: the spinal cord stimulator. Was it after various ablations that they determined that was “next step”?
I am glad to hear your procedures have helped you thus far.
I have to live more in the moment without neglecting ‘plans’ to help my situation. I find I have to check and correct where that is concerned.
I have been told back problems are cumulative…
I wish you continued success at treating your conditions.
When I searched sural nerve I received an eduction in anatomy and physiology, with more definition than the dermatomes I’ve seen. Very helpful to see what nerve innervates what nerve. The spots where I have issues too. It’s gratifying to learn what has been missing for so long.
The body’s complex nerve systems and all associated triggers my investigation into the how of ‘it’. Pain, odd sensations and such problems. I want to know how to communicate to my doctor to help them help me. Needing them to determine the why of it.
I am glad your treatments are helping your symptoms with great relief. Having an accurate diagnosis helps.
What criteria is used to determine CRPS? Is it from an old injury, new or something else? Because I have old injury to neck and new injuries to back (new being a fall in 2021) then symptoms kicked up 6 months later. Coincidental? Don’t know.
I’d like to know if my problems were brought on by falls or disease process. I hope they make a determination…
Re: the spinal cord stimulator. Was it after various ablations that they determined that was “next step”?
I am glad to hear your procedures have helped you thus far.
I have to live more in the moment without neglecting ‘plans’ to help my situation. I find I have to check and correct where that is concerned.
I have been told back problems are cumulative…
I wish you continued success at treating your conditions.
After the pain management doctor saw the results of my back operations, he immediately noted that I was eligible for a SCS. I had what is called a failed back syndrome. I have had mine now for about two years and I am 100% pain free in my Lumbar. I still receive injections and ablation in my Thorax and Cervix. God bless you on your journey Nemo.
After the pain management doctor saw the results of my back operations, he immediately noted that I was eligible for a SCS. I had what is called a failed back syndrome. I have had mine now for about two years and I am 100% pain free in my Lumbar. I still receive injections and ablation in my Thorax and Cervix. God bless you on your journey Nemo.
The SCE are the initials for Spinal Cord Stimulator. It generates a pulse to block the pain that travels from the affected area to the brain. Not everyone receives 100%. I did quite a bit of research before I received one. In the research, it reported that most folks receive between 50-80% pain relief.
If you google Abbott Laboratories you will find a video showing the SCS procedure. The stimulator that I have has a battery that does not require charging and it lasts for 10 years. I received it at 78 and I don't think that I will be around at 88 or who know. I did not want to have to charge the SCS every night like many of the others out there, require.
I had one MRI done for the Lumbar and the second was done for the Cervix.
I hope that I have adequately answered your questions. If you would like to chat on the telephone, my number is 805-551-8734 and I am in the Pacific time zone. God bless you. Charles
Has anyone been diagnosed with Mortons Neuroma? I have this condition is both feet. Confirmed by ultrasound guided needle injection of a steroid into the neuroma. The size is 7mm in both feet. The pain and numbness I feel on a daily basis is affection my quality of life to the point where is wakes me up at night. I have researched this condition on line. Ablation is recommended via cryotheraphy.
The SCE are the initials for Spinal Cord Stimulator. It generates a pulse to block the pain that travels from the affected area to the brain. Not everyone receives 100%. I did quite a bit of research before I received one. In the research, it reported that most folks receive between 50-80% pain relief.
If you google Abbott Laboratories you will find a video showing the SCS procedure. The stimulator that I have has a battery that does not require charging and it lasts for 10 years. I received it at 78 and I don't think that I will be around at 88 or who know. I did not want to have to charge the SCS every night like many of the others out there, require.
I had one MRI done for the Lumbar and the second was done for the Cervix.
I hope that I have adequately answered your questions. If you would like to chat on the telephone, my number is 805-551-8734 and I am in the Pacific time zone. God bless you. Charles
Hi Nemo
Good job zi also researched research and even to this day. After reading of your condition I do not know if my pain management doc would call mine that.
With regards to my scs, I don' t recall having ablation first but I may have because I was really in a lot of pain and losing much sleep. The pain typically intensified when I crawled into bed . I will put you in prayer intentions for a correct diagnosis. BTW. how young are you. May God bless you. Charles
I actually had a chiropractor years ago shine some kind of laser on my forehead, saying that it was designed to help with whatever problem I was experiencing at the time. I can't remember what it was, but it seemed ridiculous at the time. I have had little success with chiropractors over the years.
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I am thank ful that I have been able to help in some way. Please let me know how it goes. Charles
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1 ReactionI have CRPS and Small Fiber Neuropathy. Between the two of them I have a lot of numbness in both feet and creeping up my legs. For relief from the pain of these I have a spinal cord stimulator implanted. My experience with RFAs has been specific nerves targeted like my sural nerve and nerves in my neck that give me occipital headaches. I have gone over a year without needing another ablation. Great relief.
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4 ReactionsWhen I searched sural nerve I received an eduction in anatomy and physiology, with more definition than the dermatomes I’ve seen. Very helpful to see what nerve innervates what nerve. The spots where I have issues too. It’s gratifying to learn what has been missing for so long.
The body’s complex nerve systems and all associated triggers my investigation into the how of ‘it’. Pain, odd sensations and such problems. I want to know how to communicate to my doctor to help them help me. Needing them to determine the why of it.
I am glad your treatments are helping your symptoms with great relief. Having an accurate diagnosis helps.
What criteria is used to determine CRPS? Is it from an old injury, new or something else? Because I have old injury to neck and new injuries to back (new being a fall in 2021) then symptoms kicked up 6 months later. Coincidental? Don’t know.
I’d like to know if my problems were brought on by falls or disease process. I hope they make a determination…
Re: the spinal cord stimulator. Was it after various ablations that they determined that was “next step”?
I am glad to hear your procedures have helped you thus far.
I have to live more in the moment without neglecting ‘plans’ to help my situation. I find I have to check and correct where that is concerned.
I have been told back problems are cumulative…
I wish you continued success at treating your conditions.
Feel better.
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1 ReactionAfter the pain management doctor saw the results of my back operations, he immediately noted that I was eligible for a SCS. I had what is called a failed back syndrome. I have had mine now for about two years and I am 100% pain free in my Lumbar. I still receive injections and ablation in my Thorax and Cervix. God bless you on your journey Nemo.
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3 ReactionsWhat is SCS? Is it a procedure?
It sounds like you are receiving help. Wonderful! Really. It is good to hear. 100% is pretty awesome.
Being you have trouble in all areas of your spine, were the MRI’s done all at once or one at a time?
I hope my doctor helps.
May God Bess You Charles 🙏🏻
The SCE are the initials for Spinal Cord Stimulator. It generates a pulse to block the pain that travels from the affected area to the brain. Not everyone receives 100%. I did quite a bit of research before I received one. In the research, it reported that most folks receive between 50-80% pain relief.
If you google Abbott Laboratories you will find a video showing the SCS procedure. The stimulator that I have has a battery that does not require charging and it lasts for 10 years. I received it at 78 and I don't think that I will be around at 88 or who know. I did not want to have to charge the SCS every night like many of the others out there, require.
I had one MRI done for the Lumbar and the second was done for the Cervix.
I hope that I have adequately answered your questions. If you would like to chat on the telephone, my number is 805-551-8734 and I am in the Pacific time zone. God bless you. Charles
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3 ReactionsHas anyone been diagnosed with Mortons Neuroma? I have this condition is both feet. Confirmed by ultrasound guided needle injection of a steroid into the neuroma. The size is 7mm in both feet. The pain and numbness I feel on a daily basis is affection my quality of life to the point where is wakes me up at night. I have researched this condition on line. Ablation is recommended via cryotheraphy.
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1 ReactionI have back ablations every year for pain in my lower back.I have never noticed and balance.It does help my back pain though.
Hi Nemo
Good job zi also researched research and even to this day. After reading of your condition I do not know if my pain management doc would call mine that.
With regards to my scs, I don' t recall having ablation first but I may have because I was really in a lot of pain and losing much sleep. The pain typically intensified when I crawled into bed . I will put you in prayer intentions for a correct diagnosis. BTW. how young are you. May God bless you. Charles
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2 ReactionsI actually had a chiropractor years ago shine some kind of laser on my forehead, saying that it was designed to help with whatever problem I was experiencing at the time. I can't remember what it was, but it seemed ridiculous at the time. I have had little success with chiropractors over the years.