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Shingles and Postherpetic Neuralgia and Pain
Brain & Nervous System | Last Active: May 7, 2023 | Replies (189)Comment receiving replies
Hi @bunnyp and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. You'll notice that I moved your question about treating nerve damage from shingles with laser therapy to this existing discussion called "Shingles and Postherpetic Neuralgia and Pain." I did this so you can connect with others like @hopeful33250 @paulbklyn @manila and others. In particular, @jerid has spoken about his experience with low level laser therapy (LLLT). Click VIEW & REPLY to read through past posts.
While we wait for others to chime in, you might be interested in this article:
- Treatment of Postherpetic Neuralgia With Low Level Laser Therapy https://www.practicalpainmanagement.com/treatments/complementary/lasers/treatment-postherpetic-neuralgia-low-level-laser-therapy
Bunny, what treatments have you tried to date?
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I first must let everyone know I am a female not male. I know the name can throw one off. LOL
Today I start my 3rd week of Cold Laser Therapy Treatment. The last 2 night before retiring for bed I actually forgot to do my night treatment because I had NO PAIN. The last 2 mornings on rising I have also had no pain. I actually got to start my day with a smile on my face and a hug from my husband telling me how beautiful it was to see me without pain. Normally it would have been a hug of sympathy to get through my day. Not to say I don't get a few twitches throughout the day just to remind me. I feel so blessed that God has lead me to this treatment. If it works for me after 4 years of suffering surely it will work for others. Please review my previous text telling all about the type of laser I am using. If you wish me to repost the info I will gladly do so. I pray this helps someone.