Neck & back pain

[Braw16]

I have had my neck fused at levels c-5 c-6 c-7. I went off my pain meds about a week ago and the burning in between my shoulder blades is out of control. Does anyone else on here have a fused neck or this type of burning? I've been dealing with this for so long and have tried so many things but I'm sure there is a ton I haven't. Any suggestions or any similar stories please let me know.

 

[GreatGunz]

You pain meds being vicodin or oxycodone?
My wife has a ruptured lumbar disk and had moderate relief
While using Vicodin ........Now she is using gabipentin(neuroten)
That treats nerve pain...... It is the difference between night
and day in her discomfort

 

[Braw16]

I was on oxy and I've tried neurotin 2 different times now. I'm glad to hear that she gets relief from it. I was on pretty high dose of it. I think my problem is that I let go so long I caused way to much nerve damage.

 

[PillarofBalance]

Ever see a chiro or try a more "holistic" approach?

 

[Braw16]

Right now I just started seeing a guy who does muscular therapy active release techniques. I haven't tried acupuncture yet I think that's my next step. I'm also looking at getting basically a tens unit put on my spine but that's a surgery. I just really don't want to take meds I'm 38 and there is no future doing that for me.

 

[PillarofBalance]

Right now I just started seeing a guy who does muscular therapy active release techniques. I haven't tried acupuncture yet I think that's my next step. I'm also looking at getting basically a tens unit put on my spine but that's a surgery. I just really don't want to take meds I'm 38 and there is no future doing that for me.

Yeah the pills aren't going to cut it. Why I asked bro. I think your best bet is to explore it all. Try acupuncture, give the ART time to work etc...

Keep this updated with what you're doing.

 

[Braw16]

I will POB thanks I've had it all. I bet I've had over 40 injections nerve blocks 2 surgeries. Now like you said its time to explore all options.

 

[Braw16]

Just had my second treatment on the muscle release therapy and I must say I'm very impressed. I've been through every massage physical therapy and it hasn't worked. Before this morning I was in a lot of pain and now I feel great so far I would highly recommend this to anyone with neck back or shoulder problems. I will keep updating as I'm treated

 

[PillarofBalance]

Glad to hear braw. You get insurance coverage for this? I hope so.

 

[Braw16]

No insurance coverage for it but he is fair on price. $55 a hour $25 for half. I'll gladly pay if I don't have to take meds or have a surgery. It's early and I still have a leg day today so I'll post later about how I feel.

 

[Braw16]

Skipped legs but went to the gym did some ab work and cardio. My back still feels great but tomorrow is leg day I just didn't have the time today.

 

[Braw16]

I just wanted to update on how it's going with my back treatments. I have been off all pain meds for 2 weeks now and I just saw him for the third time and I couldn't be happier. I have tried so many other things to control this and he is doing a great job. I would recommend to anyone who has problems with muscles knotting up or strains or burning to check out this active muscle release therapy.