Has anyone had this procedure done for a bulging disc in the neck? I also have arthritis and stenosis in the neck. Obviously, I can't be on pain pills forever but I am so nervous about this procedure. I am starting day 6 with no pills in 3 hours and the neck pain is debilitating. Ice, heating pack, cryoderm, epsom salt, ibuprofen...nothing is touching this. I have been cooking, cleaning, hiking, living my everyday routine since detox. I also quit cigarettes at the same time because I read if you are in pain the best thing to do is quit.
I stay positive and push myself, **** no I don't want to cook and clean and exercise! I want to lay on the couch and ball my eyes out.
I can deal with the anxiety (green tea instead of coffee), hot and cold flashes, bathroom issues. The no sleep ***** but whatever I can suck that up to. I can't deal with the thought of being sedated and a needle stuck in my neck.
All over the place here....my question is
Has anyone had a nerve root block? Was it helpful, how long did it last etc. Any info is greatly appreciated :)