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Spinal Stenosis & Degenerative Discs: Long-term use of epidurals

Spine Health | Last Active: Feb 14, 2017 | Replies (24)
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I, too, had the epidural series. It did not not help. But it did give me some hope, just that someone took it seriously.

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jjwest | @jjwest | Jan 10, 2017

Hi Vuritous, not sure I spelled it right......sorry to hear about your pain. I do understand about needing a pity paryt every once in a while.
I too have spinal stenosis, and used to have injections every three months. Then I moved to the Tyler,TX. area and found an amazing pain doctor. I now have a spine stimulator and it has been amazing. I also have the stenosis above my waist and am being advised by my neurosurgeon that surgery may need to happen. I DO NOT WANT SURGERY! I have had at least 7 and my body is tired.
I am 73 and will be 74 in July. I have a pace maker that keeps me going. I had open heart surgery 4 years ago, my cardiologist says everything is a-ok! But I have been living with chronic pain for over 30 years. I think I have finally realized that if I want to enjoy the life I have left, I'd better work on my attitude. And I believe attitude is everything when it comes to living and finding the positives in life.
I try to be around positive people, check my own thinking. STAY BUSY no matter how much it hurts. I have taken on the story of the Little Train That Could...ha ha...."I think I can..I think I can" then it is, " I thought I could" talk with myself all the time. I use a roller walker in inside and a cane outside. I use the electric carts whenever available. I do not feel guilty anymore about using them. I am just grateful that there is something that can help me get around. My positive thoughts are coming your way, hope you feel them. And any time you just need to share or unload, I am more than willing to listen. JJ

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allisonsnow | @allisonsnow | Feb 12, 2017

people believing in your pain can mean a lot !!!

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