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Anyone tried Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Pain?

Neuropathy | Last Active: Jan 31 9:35pm | Replies (410)

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Do you use any other devices such as TENS or at home heated foot baths with massage? Do you have any side effects with the pregabalin? My doctor has recommended this drug but after reading the common side effects I’m a little concerned as I already have most of them and don’t want to make it worse.

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My PT just got a Bemer mat which is an electromagnetic way of increasing/making more efficient the flow of oxygenated blood through the body. I have only had one treatment but it seems to make a big difference in my level of energy. I don't know if it will lessen the pain and numbness of my neuropathy, and I was told it won't help with my unsteadiness but I've had such low energy - presumably from dealing with pain, etc. - that I am really hopeful that this weekly treatment will help my energy level in the long run. As for the Pregabalin, I think it is the cause for significant lightheadedness at times. I tried Gabapentin but had adverse reactions to it, and Pregabalin has been a good alternative for me.