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Does anyone have Spinal Stenosis that is extremely bad at wake up?
Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Oct 13 7:54am | Replies (123)Comment receiving replies
@alicemae I have had periodic RFAs over 25 years. The first ones worked for 15 years. but then I really needed lumbar surgery. Afterwards, I've had them too. Sometimes I have to have them twice in one spot. Heat only works for me - not the pulse. It acts as a diagnostic tool too. You have to figure out WHICH facet joints are the problem. I am bummed they got rid of them (insurance coverage) for the sacral joints. I do a variety of everything. I'm just getting old now! Gotta accept some of that! 😉 today the weather has cooled and it exacerbates my arthritis. Some days ya just have to have a good book on hand!
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25 years?! is a long time. I am relying on the surgeon to know where to insert those needles. The last appointment was very painful and I was sure I wouldn’t be going back for another treatment, however, as time passes that pinching is coming back. I don’t have the lightening seizure pain jolts down my legs and my feet are not as numb, so I guess this is progress. I’m not sure how to figure out which facet joints are bothering me. How did you figure this out?
Did you have to take medication before the RFA? I asked for a dose of lorazepam this time round, to calm the anxiety. My appt. is next week.
I’m hoping I will not need a Laminectomy , but we will see.
Agree about heat and books!
We soldier on, that is for sure. Thanks for your reply. 🙏🌅