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Alternatives for pain management
Chronic Pain | Last Active: Nov 28, 2020 | Replies (258)Comment receiving replies
I have tried CBD, but all it did was making me dizzy and made me feel weird. I didn't like the feeling. I have tried several pain meds which did the same. I can't function while on them. I have had several medial branch injection, and a stimulator, that didn't work either.
What is cryo? I am open to any suggestion that would work. My last pain doctor gave up on me because of my age. I asked him if just because of my age (82) does that mean I have to be in pain all the time? His answer was "yes". I am looking for a new doctor.
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Hi Eve @hosta, I had not heard of cryotherapy before so did a little searching and found some information that may help.
From the FDA - Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBC): A "Cool" Trend that Lacks Evidence, Poses Risks
-- https://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm508739.htm
Harvard Medical School - Cryotherapy: Can it stop your pain cold?
-- https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-cryotherapy-stop-your-pain-cold-or-is-just-a-lot-of-hot-air-2018041813612
American Academy of Dermatology: Whole body cryotherapy can be hazardous to your skin
-- https://www.aad.org/public/skin-hair-nails/skin-care/cryotherapy
It would be interesting to hear from members who have tried cryotherapy.