Still have pain

[Climb_Strait]

What CAN I take for the pain? And although I hate taking them because they make my legs feel like jelly, is it ok to take muscle relaxers? I have flexoril and soma.

[minn66]

I use a home TENS unit and traction unit and take otc anti inflamatories during the day. I also use a heating pad. I do take Flexaril at night (which I am prescribed). I also go to physical therapy twice a week and exercise 3 to 5 times a week.  Some days are worse than others and cold, damp weather makes it worse!  I definitely know where you're coming from.  I try to just take it one day at a time and usually if I have a bad day the next one is better.

[kk1303]

Flexeril isn't narcotic or addictive. On the other hand, Somas are. Flexeril should be ok to take.

[sandstone27]

Hi there,

In my opinion, I would stay away from the muscle relaxers. The ones you mentioned are very sedating, and in some states SOMA is considered a controlled substance.  

I would try OTC pain meds - it just depends on what works best for you - Aleve, Tylenol, Ibuprofen, etc., all really do a good job of alleviating pain.

If the OTC's don't work, you doctor can always prescribe a non-narcotic pain reliever, but I'd give the OTC's a try.  Alot of people are surprised at how well they work once they get the opiates out of their system.

Keep posting so we know how you're doing.

Well wishes....

Sandy