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hi people, im here for a whinge/moan rather than a question i'm afraid. i have been suffering with more pain than usual for the past two weeks now and it's really starting to drive me mad. i already take LOTS and i mean LOTS of very strong medication including morphine, oramorph, tramadol,baclofen, dihydrocodeine, arthrotec etc.... .although i was starting to taper down when this started ( my own choice as i have the chance of getting into a detox in-patient 5/7 day detox course ), i have unfortunately had to increase my morphine and oramorph to try and combat the pain but i have now realised that even this isn't working. i am at a loss as to what to do now. just now i am in so much pain that i have just had to take my next lot of meds an hour earlier than usual because i can't cope with it. i have been to the hospital on monday, to tha A & E department and after a long, long time and being admitted and having x-rays etc... nothing was found and i was sent home with no answers. does anyone have any advice as i am slowly losing it.
Here are some alternative treatments, I had listed them for someone else a few days ago.Hope this helps...
If analgesic tablets or prescription painkillers aren't helping you manage your discomfort, it may be time to explore a more natural type of pain relief.
There exists a range of therapies known as either complementary medicine
(used in addition to traditional Western therapies)
or alternative medicine (used in place of traditional Western therapies),
and devotees have used them for conditions as minor as a headache and as
major as cancer.
Studies suggest that a low-fat, high-fiber diet may help to stave off aches and pains. In addition, certain anti-inflammatory spices, such as ginger, cinnamon, and cilantro, may have therapeutic effects
and play an important role in chronic pain management.
The National Pain Foundation endorses a comprehensive list of nontraditional remedies, below. See which ones work for you:
Acupuncture.
This ancient Chinese practice involves inserting long, thin needles into various points on the body. The idea behind this is that optimal health is achieved when energy flows freely through
the body, and the needles remove any blockages of this energy.
Acupuncture has been used successfully to alleviate pain from musculoskeletal issues as well as headaches.
Massage.
Not just a perk for wealthy spa-goers, massage has in recent years come to be recognized as important to overall health.
It reduces muscle tension and stress, can relieve soreness, and may
even boost your immune system.
Biofeedback.
This teaches you to focus on your body's response to pain and stress via a monitoring system that gives off sounds or visual cues whenever your muscles tense.
Eventually you become able to use nothing more t
than conscious thought to change your physiological response to a particular type of stress on your body.
Hypnosis.
Popular as a cure for smoking as well as overeating, hypnosis can also be used to manage pain.
A trained clinician induces an altered state of consciousness, making you more receptive to suggestions of behavioral changes that can reduce your pain.
For instance, if you suffer from chronic lower back pain,
under hypnosis you might be taught to visualize your back muscles opening up. Some people can even learn to hypnotize themselves.
Guided imagery.
This involves imagining yourself in a peaceful setting.
The more detailed the scene, the more your mind can truly transport you out of your discomfort and into the soothing scene.
Are there any questionable pain-relief remedies?
Yes. Think twice before relying on herbs.
Health-food stores are full of herbal supplements purported to reduce pain, but be careful.
The FDA does not regulate these supplements, and some of them have negative side effects, particularly when combined with over-the-counter pain medications.
If analgesic tablets or prescription painkillers aren't helping you manage your discomfort, it may be time to explore a more natural type of pain relief.
There exists a range of therapies known as either complementary medicine
(used in addition to traditional Western therapies)
or alternative medicine (used in place of traditional Western therapies),
and devotees have used them for conditions as minor as a headache and as
major as cancer.
Studies suggest that a low-fat, high-fiber diet may help to stave off aches and pains. In addition, certain anti-inflammatory spices, such as ginger, cinnamon, and cilantro, may have therapeutic effects
and play an important role in chronic pain management.
The National Pain Foundation endorses a comprehensive list of nontraditional remedies, below. See which ones work for you:
Acupuncture.
This ancient Chinese practice involves inserting long, thin needles into various points on the body. The idea behind this is that optimal health is achieved when energy flows freely through
the body, and the needles remove any blockages of this energy.
Acupuncture has been used successfully to alleviate pain from musculoskeletal issues as well as headaches.
Massage.
Not just a perk for wealthy spa-goers, massage has in recent years come to be recognized as important to overall health.
It reduces muscle tension and stress, can relieve soreness, and may
even boost your immune system.
Biofeedback.
This teaches you to focus on your body's response to pain and stress via a monitoring system that gives off sounds or visual cues whenever your muscles tense.
Eventually you become able to use nothing more t
than conscious thought to change your physiological response to a particular type of stress on your body.
Hypnosis.
Popular as a cure for smoking as well as overeating, hypnosis can also be used to manage pain.
A trained clinician induces an altered state of consciousness, making you more receptive to suggestions of behavioral changes that can reduce your pain.
For instance, if you suffer from chronic lower back pain,
under hypnosis you might be taught to visualize your back muscles opening up. Some people can even learn to hypnotize themselves.
Guided imagery.
This involves imagining yourself in a peaceful setting.
The more detailed the scene, the more your mind can truly transport you out of your discomfort and into the soothing scene.
Are there any questionable pain-relief remedies?
Yes. Think twice before relying on herbs.
Health-food stores are full of herbal supplements purported to reduce pain, but be careful.
The FDA does not regulate these supplements, and some of them have negative side effects, particularly when combined with over-the-counter pain medications.
Hi Nez,
I am so sorry that your pain continues to escalate. Have your PMP tried changing your opiates? Sometime that can be more effective than raising the dosage.
If you have tried all the opiates and usually and customary treatments have you also been to a pain therapist? Unfortunately there is only so much medications and treatments can do, often the rest is simply up to us. Learning how to cope with pain through good therapist can be beneficial.
I have my own regime I go through when I am in a flare. At the top of that list is "Be good to yourself." Some of the things I do is, avoid stress to the best of my ability, eat very small healthy meals, get out of the house if only to sit in the sunshine for 5 minutes, brief chats with positive ppl, avoid angry confrontations, warm baths, heat, massage chairs, short walks, read short interesting articles, watch a old movie or a half hour comedy....those types of things help me change my focus from my pain. These suggestions may sound corny but I figure if it works that's all that matters.
I don't know if you have tried any or all of what I have listed. Biofeedback, therapy, acupuncture, TENS Unit and other similar things can also be used beneficially with opiate pain management. Laugh when you can. It's good for the soul...and it releases natural endorphins and eases pain.
I am sorry I don't have a magic answer. Sometimes nothing I do eases my pain....but I don't go down without a fight.
I assume you have had countless second opinions. If you have not than I encourage you to do that also. We're here to offer support. You can vent any time.
I hop you will soon find something that will ease your pain. Keep it touch and remember to be very good to yourself.
My Best,
~Tuck
I am so sorry that your pain continues to escalate. Have your PMP tried changing your opiates? Sometime that can be more effective than raising the dosage.
If you have tried all the opiates and usually and customary treatments have you also been to a pain therapist? Unfortunately there is only so much medications and treatments can do, often the rest is simply up to us. Learning how to cope with pain through good therapist can be beneficial.
I have my own regime I go through when I am in a flare. At the top of that list is "Be good to yourself." Some of the things I do is, avoid stress to the best of my ability, eat very small healthy meals, get out of the house if only to sit in the sunshine for 5 minutes, brief chats with positive ppl, avoid angry confrontations, warm baths, heat, massage chairs, short walks, read short interesting articles, watch a old movie or a half hour comedy....those types of things help me change my focus from my pain. These suggestions may sound corny but I figure if it works that's all that matters.
I don't know if you have tried any or all of what I have listed. Biofeedback, therapy, acupuncture, TENS Unit and other similar things can also be used beneficially with opiate pain management. Laugh when you can. It's good for the soul...and it releases natural endorphins and eases pain.
I am sorry I don't have a magic answer. Sometimes nothing I do eases my pain....but I don't go down without a fight.
I assume you have had countless second opinions. If you have not than I encourage you to do that also. We're here to offer support. You can vent any time.
I hop you will soon find something that will ease your pain. Keep it touch and remember to be very good to yourself.
My Best,
~Tuck
I am sorry your in so much pain. Remember that when you do increase your pain medications that you do okay it with your Doctor. the kind of medications your taking can slow your breathing.
I know it is very frustrating to have all that pain and have no answer as to why. Do not give up though, you may find out what the problem is but if not then there is alot of people who do not have an answer they just try and treat the pain the best they can. But that is only after there is no where left to look. There are many Doctor's who will not quit until they do find the answer.
Sometimes it just takes time to find the cause, at least you do have some medication to help.
I hope you do find an answer very soon:)
I know it is very frustrating to have all that pain and have no answer as to why. Do not give up though, you may find out what the problem is but if not then there is alot of people who do not have an answer they just try and treat the pain the best they can. But that is only after there is no where left to look. There are many Doctor's who will not quit until they do find the answer.
Sometimes it just takes time to find the cause, at least you do have some medication to help.
I hope you do find an answer very soon:)
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