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@jokolk

Hi, my name is John Kolkebeck. I am 66 y.o. I've had lower back pain for a large part of my life in part d/t poor posture and bad body mechanics on lifting heavy items as well as lifting and repositioning the sick & bed bound. Although I am trying to streghten my back and use better posture & excersize. I hope to get ideas and suggestions on improving my back pain.

Thank You,
John K

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cb3 | @cb3 | May 23 11:37am

jokolk Hi, John. Have you spoken with your care provider about getting a prescription for 5% lidocaine transdermal patches? I can only vouch for myself by sharing my experience today. I used a patch for the 1st time and placed it along my sacrum and ... for the first time in months, I do not feel peripheral neuropathy pain in either of my feet. I'm so happy about this I could cry. I also use Stopain extra strength Roll On in front and behind my right knee, for a quick fix when I am in the local stores. But maybe I won't need that Stopain anymore. Only time will tell. I hope you find comfort soon. Best, CB

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Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | May 24 11:34am

Hello and welcome John @jokolk. Back pain is certainly not fun. It sounds like you're well on your way to understanding that exercise is a huge help as well as proper ergonomics and moderation/ modification. Do you go to physical therapy or are you exercising on your own?

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brotherchuckles80 | @brotherchuckles80 | May 24 6:13pm

Have you had an EMG in order to determine the cause of the pain/ Have you had an ex-ray or an MRI. I ask you this because you may be a candidate for an SCS (spinal cord stimulator). God bless you on your journey jokolk. Charles ka brotherchuckles80

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