Non opioid alternatives for chronic peripheral neuropathy.

Posted by bawina @bawina, Dec 12, 2021

I have had chronic peripheral neuropathy for 8 years. I live in central Canada. I am on two opioids (methadone for pain NOT addiction and hydromorphone). I am also on Pregablin.

My pain specialist is following the Chronic Pain Guidelines here with the instruction to taper off my opioid medication with the goal of taking me off the meds completely.

Does anyone have suggestions for non-opioid interventions? I’ve tried acupuncture but my physiotherapist says it usually won’t help after the first 3 years of neuropathy symptoms.

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linda6101 | @linda6101 | Dec 23 2:20pm

In reply to @phyllisq "I’ve been told there is no treatment for my back pain because I have neuropathy. Meanwhile..." + (show)

@phyllisq I am right there with you. I know you're looking for non oppoid medication. My pain special has tried 10 procedures on my spine after 2 failed spine surgeries, the last being the spinal stimulator which didn't work. I am on Norco because if I didn't get relief, I couldn't function. I'm 73 and live alone. At this time in my life, I really don't care.

ammaw52 | @ammaw52 | Dec 23 4:04pm

Have any of you heard of SPRINT PNS FOR KNEE PAIN?

cherip | @cherip | Dec 23 4:53pm

I have been prescribed Cymbalta to help with neuropathy. I'm not sure if it works. Maybe a bit.

Boo that they are taking away the Norco. The medical systems of the world don't seem to put individual patients anymore. Best of luck as you look for alternatives!