. Mac -- Hang in there !! You didn't say whether you are under the care of a Pain Management Doctor. If not, I highly suggest you find one in your area. Their job is to keep you comfortable and dull your Pain. They also have the ability to recommend and prescribe things like acupuncture, physical therapy, etc. I thoroughly recommend the physical therapy.

In my case, the severe pain is in my neck, shoulders and spine. The physical therapist would do a variety of things, and for me, it really helped give me some relief. Oh, the warm wet towel with heating pads -- I seriously never wanted to leave. I think they got tired of me saying "Just 10 more minutes, please!!"

It's also something you can do yourself at home. You just need a black garbage bag (or any color, just one to cover space around you so your sofa or bed doesn't get wet), a big towel (or 2 little ones) heated with warm water and wring out as much water as you can, and a heating pad to cover the towel area. It isn't a fix all, but I guarantee you will feel relief from pain. It always put me in a better mood and frame of mind.

Good Luck !!

Amie