Neuropathy and Blood Flow

Thank you for your reply. I have been taking B6 daily. I will stop taking it tomorrow and see if my pain and numbness decreases.

Is a pain rehabilitation center the same as pain management center. If so, yes. I go once a month. They give me my narcotic scripts and have given me many injections in the past but nothing for my neuropathy just my spine.

@debduh11, I'm not really sure but I think a pain rehabilitation center focuses on using non drug therapy. Here's discussion on the Mayo Clinic Pain Rehabilitation Center where you can meet @rwinney and others to see what they have shared:
--- Anyone had a successful experience w/ Mayo Pain Rehabilitation Center?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/has-anyone-successful-experience-with-mayo-pain-rehabilitation-center/

Hi @debduh11 - John is correct, pain rehabilitation focuses on using non drug therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy. Lifestyle changes are often coached as well. Rehabilitation is more of the whole person approach, helping both mind and body, and may include reducing or omitting unnecessary medications. Here is an overview of the Mayo Clinic's Pain Rehab Center in case you are curious to learn more:

Mayo Pain Rehabilitation Center - Overview -
https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/pain-rehabilitation-center/sections/overview/ovc-20481691

Have you dabbled with any rehabilitation therapies or lifestyle changes to assist with pain management?

No, I haven't tried pain rehabilitation. If I were to choose that route and it doesn't help, than my pain management doctor will not allow me to go back on pain meds. I am not even allowed to try cbd vapes, gummies, even the oils. I've asked and was told that I would be kicked out of their management program. Also might I mention that I have a sacral plate that has broken with screws that have relocated elsewhere away from the plate and was told by my neurosurgeon that he would not attempt to remove the plate or the hardware. This, I believe, is causing some of my 10+ chronic pain issues. Your reply is greatly appreciated! Thanks so much!

I have a plate inserted in my lower back. My surgeon and I both believe it is causing me much pain. Reason being I am allergic to metal. Doctor said he would remove it. Recommendations? Thanks in advance.

Depending on what has to be cut to remove the plate may be the big question? If you have it attached to your spine and over many years you may have some issues due to surgical insult to your tissues. No surgery is fun let alone back surgery. Good luck.