How to deal with constant pain for years

Posted by kathyclickner53 @kathyclickner53, Apr 22, 2024

I have dealt with severe pain for years it’s hard to do things I used to do pain in my hands my back. My eyes legs I take pain meds tynol I use cream patches. I have been kinda discouraged lately I keep hoping soon i could be delivered of pain I have to depend on walkers canes wheelchair I loose my balance a lot this pain has changed my ability to work visit go places It’s been very discouraging.

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calmmylife57 | @calmmylife57 | Apr 13 10:06pm

In reply to @yram "It is horrible. There is no relief I keep praying for relief. I am desperate Marlie" + (show)

Hi Marlie,
You are not alone, you are here in this space getting support. Are you able to try any of the treaments catluvver mentioned?
I use movement, walking, gentle stretching, dancing around my living room, Yin Yoga, Qi Gong, meditation, TENS machine.
Massage, acupuncture, swimming, cupping, essentila oils in oil burner ( Ylang Ylang, lavender or chamomlie - good for relaxtion and reducing stress). Get out whenever I can , when my finances allow.
I talk to friends about anything over the phone and facetime about (life) anything but my pain sometimes, to distract myself from it. Read, listen to music, sleep.
Distraction with a hobby - reading, painting , drawing playing with my cat.

You could be doing this stuff already, but if not I hope these suggestions help.
All the best,
Dee

yram | @yram | Apr 13 11:10pm

Thank you Dee
I have pain when I sit so i can't do a lot of my activities like painting and sketching. Thanks for the suggestions.
Marlie

calmmylife57 | @calmmylife57 | Apr 21 10:39am

In reply to @yram "Thank you Dee I have pain when I sit so i can't do a lot of..." + (show)

Hi Marlie,
I hear you with the pain, me to, I have it 24/7 its frustrating and soul destroying at times.

I love to paint, I put pillows or cushions on the floor and lay down with them to support my spine, pelvis and feet. I use my walking aids to get up off the floor or a solid chair to hold onto.

Or if I am sitting take short breaks every 20/30 mins, or I use an easel and stand and again I will take breaks by sitting oy laying down when the pain and other symptoms get to intense. I'll try another to help ease my symptoms, if it means adding cushions to my sofa to sit on to be more comfortable, getting up and moving for a few minutes, breathing exercsies, heat pads.... anything!

I hope you get some joy enjoying a hobby!
All the best,
Dee