First the Neurologist seemed interest in my case, and he said this is not uncommon. What has happened is the nerve in my lower back is inflamed, causing pain down my leg. Over time this will trace back to the place of origin, and cause pain there too... Which is my upper back, neck and head. Seems like he knows what he is talking about. I have a nerve test scheduled with him in approx one month

Today i went to the Pain management doctor. He wasnt too helpful. He said that i dont have many options and the only option he had for me was to get a cortizone shot in my S5 nerve (thats my lower back)... He said he has given them to lyme patients and never had a problem. But from what I have read in the previous comments above and other forums online is that no one has ever seen a Cortizone shot to be helpful. From what i have read on other websites is that the Cortizone is really only useful in your joints, like your knee. I think its kinda funny because I have been to a doctor in Hartford, that said he will not give me that shot, because either i wont benefit from it or it can make my pain worse. Now this doctor is saying the opposite. There seems to be only opinions with lyme disease and not really too many facts. like what works and what doesnt.

Also im going to start physical theropy on monday... The massage chair is still a work in progress.

Ken

Good luck - sorry you are having such a hard time, Ken!

Good luck with PT. I hope it helps you. At least for you, you have us to share our stories and experiences in a kind and honest environment.

I used to want one of those massage chairs, too. I always thought, "I think it would feel good if I got run over by a car and just smoosh the pain out." I don't think that anymore. I'm free.