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Thanks Fireplaces!!!! It was very tough and still is at times.. in fact, early in my recovery, I was pretty much on the pity potty.. did nothing but felt sorry for myself, took a lot of pain meds, and felt that a life of activity(work, social life, etc) was never in my future again.. after about 6 months of being in a wheelchair, I started walking again... probably about 6 months after walking, I got up off my butt and started exercising.. now, let me say, I was in terrible shape at this time.. as I stated, I was on my pity-potty, and my appetite consisted of mostly sweet foods... so, I purchased a gym membership and gradually built myself up from there.. I will make a statement that I read in a health book awhile back; people who exercise regularly associate eating healthier due to the hard work put into exercising.. well, this is true.. it's weird how it works psychologically, but most people that work out, begin to just naturally eat better foods... anyhow, it was extremely difficult getting off of the pain meds, and actually had to go to inpatient treatment to do that.. but overall, I'm a lot happier, am working a full time job now, and still am a gym junkie.. lol.. I guess I replaced my pain addiction with a fitness addiction.. may I add that I still do take meds for anxiety, which I suffer from greatly.. and I take a lot of supplements, guess that's just part of my addictive behavior.. lol.. but I share all of this mainly to inspire anyone that hasaybe recently suffering from extreme or chronic pain.. if u ever get that feeling like I had, the hopelessness on life, and sense that u will never be able to.do what u used to be able.to.do, u can overcome thsee feelings... and most likely can do more than u ever did before!! Keep hope alive!! I know I did!!!
And Fireplaces, thanks for the recognition.. it feels good to know we r family here, and when u guys compliment something I say or do, u wouldn't believe the effect it has and the drive it gives me to strive to be better each day!!!
Always strive for progress, not perfection!!!
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Way to go Jmoney! Totally agree with you......strive for progress, not perfection. You are an inspiration.
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So I took the suggestion Fireplaces gave me about acupuncture. So far I have had 2 sessions. I was told I would need to come at least 2 times a week to start and then see how my pain is. I am going to keep trying it. Not sure yet if it is working but will keep the group updated on the progress. My next session is in a few days. Keeping my fingers crossed it at least takes the edge off.
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Ok so I promised I would give feedback o. My experience with acupuncture to help with my constant pain. So as of today I have had 6 sessions. Not sure if it helps. After 3 sessions I thought it did but the reality is, I just don't think acupuncture helps my RA. Maybe one has to do more sessions? I thought I would have felt some sort of change but nothing. I know it has help some folks and I am glad for you. Appreciate those of you that suggested it for me. One never knows what will work. OR
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I completely understand I have RA, fibro, depression among other things. I take trams regulary and IB profen like candy, lyrica made my depression horrendous and I couldn't tolerate it. I am supposed to be on methotrexate or humira but I can't afford it right now as I have no insurance. I pretty much can only afford to bandage the issue. Just to make it through my workdays. Best of luck to you. Living in pain is so hard at times... xxoo
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Wow. Totally get this. Was on Methotrexate and pred for the Ra. I feel like crap. It's nice to connect with folks here with similar health issues. Have not tried Lyrica yet, I'm tired of doctor bills.
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What's the consensus on brands and.sources for generic Tramadol? Which are at least as good as US generics, and which vendor or at least which region supplies the best for the money?
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I don't have the info. I do know that people whom order even fifty trams from a Thai vendor are getting d3a knocks at their door.
Be very careful. Reasons unknown, certain areas seem targetted. and trams certainly do.
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That is supposed to be the case. Its my understanding, the gvt is determined to take down one or two t h a i l a n d
vendors. And, they are delivering the packages themselves. To very small fish. Mainly, I would imagine, to get all the people they meet to testify against vendor.
But, its an extremely disturbing trend. Yes, indeed. I rebuke that. It is something that is occurring. Other forums have reported it also. It cannot be a new trend. It cannot.
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