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@elaine321

Hello. I have had debilitating pain in my right arm and hand for 20 weeks. ( not a long time compared with other people)
I thought it was RSI and would improve.
After lots of visits to my doctor and a physio I have been told I have a trapped nerve I my vertebrae, which cannot be operated on.
My doctor had asked me to take 100mg 3x a day, of Gabapentin.
This now has been increased to 200mg 3x a day and I am to start shortly taking 300mg 3x a day.
I worry about the side effects and I also take 40mg citalopram daily.
I am 72 years old.
Has anyone had similar problems.
Many thanks

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Feb 24, 2023

Hello @elaine321, Welcome to Connect. I know it can't be easy dealing with the debilitating pain for even 20 weeks. While we wait for other members with experiences to share on trapped nerves in the vertebrae, you might want to read through another discussion started by @jenniferhunter here:
--- Answers about Controversial Trends in Spine Care: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/controversial-trends-in-spine-care/.

Have you discussed your concerns with your doctor to see if there are any alternative treatments?

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