Pain & Pain Management - March 2007

I have been struggling with back pain for a long time, I've been reading up on ways to relieve it and I read somewhere that a cane might help. I don't care about how it would look but does anyone think it's possible that a cane might help? I thought canes were only for leg/foot injuries. I have this decorative cane that I've been walking with around the house and it does help a little, it kind releaves the stress on my back but I realize that if I do walk with a cane I need a proper one, I was just kind of test driving it lol. So does anyone think a cane for back pain might be beneficial?

2007-03-20 06:44:54 · 6 answers · asked by S.H.I.E.L.D. 1

2007-03-20 06:35:36 · 10 answers · asked by scotty 2

I have taken a allergy pill and a 800mg Mortin. I want to stop my headache before it turns into a migraine. I can feel it coming on...any tips or suggestions would be great. Thanks.

2007-03-20 06:27:52 · 13 answers · asked by ♥just me♥ 5

2007-03-20 06:09:55 · 8 answers · asked by jersiemommy 1

2007-03-20 05:56:52 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

even when I sit at my desk for long periods of time, i will stand up and start walking and my right foot feels like it is sprained, but when I walk on it more the pain subsides. What could it be?

2007-03-20 05:48:17 · 8 answers · asked by Reese G 1

I vomit.... my eyes swell shut at times... the light almost blinds me... and sound makes my head feel like it's exploding.... The only medicine I found that works is Excedrine Migraine, however I need to "overdose" a few times a day for them to work. I'm affraid I'm causing damage to myself and would like to find something that could help or even prevent migraines!

2007-03-20 05:09:05 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm so itchy!alover me!especilay under my left leg at the top!its al lbumpy!bug bites?what do u think it is?what is a cure?

2007-03-20 05:07:34 · 15 answers · asked by Electronic Geek 3

since using it i have started to have leg cramps when in bed.Is it just coincident ,or are the two connected ,
never had cramp until now .any ideas?.thanks.

2007-03-20 04:50:40 · 8 answers · asked by gettinthere 1

It hurts when I flex my wrist and also my thumb. Sometimes I can grasp things without pain but other times it is painful. It has been bothering me for some time now. Anyone had a similar experience? Does anyone know what it could be or what can help? I have been wearing a brace when I sleep.

2007-03-20 04:49:57 · 7 answers · asked by Rebekah B 3

My 58-year-old mother was recently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. She's having a very tough time and is just miserable. It particularly bad in the mornings (from what I've read, this is common). She often ends up crying from pain and frustration. It is leaving her crippled.

Her rheumatologist and doctors have prescribed a cocktail of medications, pain relievers, and steroids, but little seems to really help. I'm trying to persuade her to try acupuncture.

If anyone has any ideas, advice, personal experiences, or insight, it would be much appreciated.

2007-03-20 04:20:47 · 7 answers · asked by Nuala 3

2007-03-20 04:13:47 · 3 answers · asked by Mike T 2

I really like sleeping on my right side...its very comfortable to me, but my ear will really start to hurt and get sore so i have to turn over to my left. Its not an infection because its the skin outside. Basically the part of your ear all around the canal.

I mostly notice it when I wake up and pain starts to go away when I massage my ear.

Any clues?

2007-03-20 04:11:25 · 12 answers · asked by steven 4

had a motorcycle accident last April - fractured wrist/leg/etc....developed premature arthritis from muscle tissue healing around fractures from accident and impact to body - my body has been working overtime using other parts to compensate for disabled parts - diagnoised with 40% loss of function in hand/wrist, since then, pain has been unbearable at times. Working with docs on pain meds - now on Naproxen twice a day and Percocet twice a day - it's working, but personally i'm concerned because it's the only way to function - would this be considered an addiction???? or a lifelong pain management step in a better direction. Without any meds, I can't move, stiff, sore, cry in pain - I'm 38 yrs old, was extremely active before the accident, work full time, one daughter, one husband, 3 acres of land to care for - full time all around care giver. Any suggestions or alternatives? or stick to what works for now????

2007-03-20 03:53:05 · 6 answers · asked by mscarlybobarlysmom 3

Hey, i was recently told by a doctor that i have planter fasciitis! Ive started this ultresound treatment and am iceing and stretching! Can anyone tell me if the ultrasound treatment is successful? Thanx. . .;-)

2007-03-20 03:22:19 · 6 answers · asked by Kangarooney 2

Hey, i was recently told by a doctor that i have planter fasciitis! Ive started this ultresound treatment and am iceing and stretching! Can anyone tell me if the ultrasound treatment is successful? Thanx. . .;-)

2007-03-20 03:14:53 · 6 answers · asked by Kangarooney 2

Fibromyalgia is an unknown muscle disorder. You feel like you have the flu all the time and your body muscles aches, in various places at different times. My legs always ache badly. Just wondering how other Fibro sufferers do to help relieve the pain? Thanks.

2007-03-20 03:10:26 · 8 answers · asked by HEATHER G 2

I have had it for the past 12 hours. I have a headache to go with it. Once the neck feels better I know the headache will go away.

2007-03-20 03:04:15 · 6 answers · asked by Evey 6

Right i know i should probably go to the drs, but hate to waste thier and even worse if i am diagnosed with wind!!

Anyway since last night have had really sore stomach (right lower quadrant), managed to do a wee stool last night, but thats been it, anyway the pain was so bad again through the night that i had to get up and try to go again. The pain is now still so sore, cant even fart never mind anything else, even passing urine is hurting like pressure being put on !!! Any ideas?

2007-03-20 03:00:17 · 2 answers · asked by helen 2

I HAVE A LUMP ON MY JAW LINE.NO TEETH PAIN OR ANY THING LIKE THAT.VERY SWELLING AND IT HURT TO LEAN FORWARDSWITH MY FACE AND HURT TO TOUCH.

2007-03-20 02:46:26 · 3 answers · asked by hellomotomama 1

I have neurofibromatosis type 1 and many tumours on my nerve endings that cause a lot of pain. Any advice on how to minimise the pain as my medication no longer helps.

2007-03-20 02:42:41 · 3 answers · asked by Tyanna-Daisy 5

for tramadol abuse in particular? and any other people on or have been on methadone program? I would like the doctors to have control over my dosage so i don't overdose at home with tramal or oxy contin and so i dont have to go stuffing around for it. thanks

2007-03-20 02:42:24 · 7 answers · asked by nightdreamer 3

I have been struggling with back pain for a long time, I've been reading up on ways to relieve it and I read somewhere that a cane might help. I don't care about how it would look but does anyone think it's possible that a cane might help? I thought canes were only for leg/foot injuries. I have this decorative cane that I've been walking with around the house and it does help a little, it kind releaves the stress on my back but I realize that if I do walk with a cane I need a proper one, I was just kind of test driving it lol. So does anyone think a cane for back pain might be beneficial?

2007-03-20 02:27:13 · 2 answers · asked by S.H.I.E.L.D. 1

2007-03-20 01:33:52 · 7 answers · asked by Gary C 1

I used expdiameds.com before but it seems there site isnt up anymore. there i could consult with a doctor and buy my pain meds. anyone know any sites they can advise that you have used without getting ripped off!!!!! that wont cost a fortune

2007-03-19 23:32:18 · 2 answers · asked by hottttmomma4 2

2007-03-19 23:07:04 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I get lot of pain in my ears if it is exposed to music or anything loud, even if it is less than 40db. i also get pain in my head also. plz help.

2007-03-19 22:27:01 · 3 answers · asked by Bill 2

Does anyone what causes this and what supplements can i take?

2007-03-19 22:17:20 · 2 answers · asked by lonelyheart 1

2007-03-19 22:14:36 · 6 answers · asked by petiteblondebabygirl 2

mention the DOs & DONTs for appendix patient..

2007-03-19 19:44:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous