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My neuropathy started from a bulging disc at l5/S1. In 2011, I was scheduled for back surgery. Minutes before the procedure the surgeon looked at the new MRI & said he felt the bulge was improving and thought we should cancel the surgery. It was a very emotional time. My back pain did not improve for quite awhile & then I started to get tingly, numb, buzzing in my feet. I am very active with running, walking biking and yoga. My pain is worse when I am lying down. Muscle relaxers and ice give me some relief. My greatest fear is being unable to get outside and move. I haven’t found others with similar story. I was excited to see James had issues with L5S1. Sometimes, I feel it is all n my head. Knowing someone with similar causes is a relief.
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@djones6340 Hi! Please dont ever feel that it's all in your head. I was there too and it took me some time to come to my senses that it was not in my head. I felt and lived it. It's difficult when you cant line up other stories similar to yours. I always say, comfort numbers and well as validation that someone else out there knows what you are talking about. Glad you are finding some relief. I hope time is your friend with healing of nerves. Be well.
Rachel
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Hello @djones6340, Welcome to Connect. One of the great things about Connect is sharing and finding other members with similar stories and symptoms. @jenniferhunter created another discussion where you may also find some helpful suggestions.
Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR) for treating compression and pain: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/myofascial-release-therapy-mfr-for-treating-compression-and-pain/
Have you heard of Myofascial Release Therapy?