Chronic Pain Management Support Group

[Andit]

How is everyone doing these days? Hope this is a no news is good news scenario.

It's the annual music fest at the theatre where I hang out. Got home late last night & I'll be overdoing it for the next 3 days. By Mon, I don't think I'll be able to crawl out of bed (maybe the critters will serve me breakfast in bed for a change?).

Take care, everyone.

[Skippy]

I'm out of service as in sheer agony, mainly from being out so long for Dr.'s appointment today.
This too will pass.

[Valiant]

Dear Pain-Pals,
How's it going today?

--Valiant, the valley-ant

[Skippy]

Pain Pal-love it!
Unfortunately today is like most, still in pain, but at least I can walk.
Hope other pals are doing well

[Valiant]

So glad to read that at least you can walk again, Skippy; take care.

Hoping to enjoy the autumn as much as possible, even while in pain.
A big flock of chirping birds were flying south over my home this morning at sunrise. They know.....
-Valiant, the valley-ant

[Skippy]

Hoping all who can relate to this thread, realise that they are still blessed, and can give thanks.

[tidytaurus]

Hoping all who can relate to this thread, realise that they are still blessed, and can give thanks.

How nicely put Skippy : )

I am not online as much as I once was but I do try to check this thread for updates on all. I am still struggling with bronchitis and other pain related issues have seen dr and other tests have been ordered. This is going to be a busy weekend I am thankful for my family, friends and caregivers for putting up with such a whining, grumpy me.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!!! Gobble gobble

[Skippy]

The pain is incredible, I had to pass on lunch as unable to sit.
Can't walk very far. Unfortunately walked back from Timmies this A.M. and was in tears from the pain.
I want a "normal life", I want to be "normal" but it is just not working out.
I should really be working to help around here, but I can't sit nor stand well.
The pain is too much!

[Abby5]

Looked into quiting work. Not going to happen We need the money....I wish we could live with less!

[Skippy]

Well the other proverbial shoe hit the floor today, when I was told it would take four months to get into a pain clinic

[Abby5]

I have been waiting 15 months to get into a headache pain clinic. They phoned the other day to say end of Jan is my app't !!!! The last pain clinic took me approx 6 months to get into---so I think you are doing great Sorry

[Skippy]

Sorry Abby that you have a long wait.
I'm thankful that despite the wait, it is covered by OHIP.

[Mia001]

hello,....beside the medication , what works well (?) for you when trying to cope with pain....cold ? or hot?....i'm in pretty bad pain tonight....i have nothing stronger than strong atasol right now at home...and i'm wondering what would be the best....thanKs

[Angela273]

I actually find that breathing and focussing techniques work pretty good to help with the waves of pain when they get pretty bad. I still have my moments and have had a prescription for T3s for over three years. I try not to take more than a couple a week right now and generally manage pretty good. My leg is causing me a little extra pain today, but nothing insanely bad.

[Skippy]

hello,....beside the medication , what works well (?) for you when trying to cope with pain....cold ? or hot?....i'm in pretty bad pain tonight....i have nothing stronger than strong atasol right now at home...and i'm wondering what would be the best....thanKs

I use a heating pad and I sometimes also use a lotion called O24, which I
have to order online. Unfortunately, today has been a bad day.