Nerve Blocks

I have been told that the only thing left for me is the nerve bolcks. That scares hell of of me, so I am going to wait a while on that, maybe I'll wait forever. The problem here is that nobody really knows, including your doc[/b]. If the 2 blocks made it worse, I would put off any more until your condition stabilizes or you absolutely come to the end of your rope. The less invasion to your body-the better. You have to be your own doc with this thing, the doc can only assist you because he doesen't really know any more than you do, and probably less because only you can feel it. My sincerest best wishes.

I have decided not to have any more nerve blocks. I am however, going to try an epidural. We'll see how it goes. I've heard good things about them, sure hope it works for me.

My pain doc says the only thing left after that is the spinal stimulator. I really do not want to go there unless my pain becomes unbearable on a daily basis. That thing scares me to death. yikes........

Bailey

I did say I would not recommend it to anyone........ and again I would not....I had a terrible time with them.... but that could just be me....

I have read where some have had great results with nerve blocks..... I have never known any one but my world is small by comparison.....

There are a lot of alternative treatments out there....and they may be best for people like me to do rather than nerve blocks.....

I truly hope the best for you......... and my prayers are with you and your decisions.....

Craig

I had several nerve blocks done when I was going through the diagnosis stage of my RSD. I was given the option to have IV sedation, but I opted not for that. It wasn't that bad. I also had an epidural for my pain while I was hospitalized, and that was a lot worse than the nerve blocks. I wish you the best with this. Try to stay positive, and keep moving.

Angela