@magicearth

We are in the same boat. Nerve pain can be very challenging. I went to see an orthopedic surgeon for my shin pain and they took an x-ray and did examine me. I am now cleared to run a marathon as there is no bone or tissue injury involved here. I was almost hoping that he would find something wrong as even fractures, though painful, are easier to treat than nerve pain. Be gentle with yourself when doing massage and I think it would be beneficial for both of us to try to occasionally do something to take our minds off our dilemma. We must be hopeful that we will heal in time-my pain comes and goes and there are plenty of folk who have constant pain--everyone has a different threshold where pain is involved. I may consider a cortisone shot down the road but must proceed with caution due to celiac disease and neuropathy. I will work on improving them as it may be the path to healing. I threw out my balsamic vinegar and all my Mrs. Dash yesterday as they are not gluten free. Wishing you a successful outcome!