I certainly hope that you could find the help you need. This place is a wonderful place should you need support or have questions.

Now to what you described......

I am not a doctor however when I had my A/C Joint (left) operated on I was told during the pre-op appointment that "sometimes" the nerves are affected during this surgery. Well I had extreme pain afterwards especially when waking up in the morning - the muscle in my neck was so tight and painful. Nothing worked. Well in a follow-up appointment describing my symptoms to my Orthopedic Surgeon - diagnosis - nerve pain. I was told about the Conservative Therapies which include mild medications, a mild muscle relaxant, physical therapy and ice -

What I do is deal with the pain like with my lower back. I follow the concepts of PRICE (Prevention, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) I can elaborate but compliment that with massage oils and old native remedies that include birch, willow, pine and cedar...

What helps is that over time - the pain is diminishing.

I am like you I cannot walk - that is due to my lower spinal issues. But movement is very important.

I utilize lots and lots of ice compresses - that is best for nerve pain. Better than any medications in any case.

You mentioned the ulcer but not the medications you are taking, if any. Talk to your Primary Doc, explain everything....keep a log. Take a copy of this post if need be - but your primary can review all recommendations by the "specialists" and come to a comprehensive diagnosis for you.

I am not an advocate for surgery - I have lived with my disabling condition for 11 years now - and have not opted for surgery although offered....just look at the research. Part of it is confidence - when my Neurosurgeon says "you will be trading one pain for another" and "4 out of 5 Lumbar Fusion/Laminectomies" either fail or cause a different set of problems - I would rather back off. Remember this as well....the surgery is not reversable. I have been offered a pain stimulator - I am waiting on it as we speak - that is reversable. Maybe it is an option for you.

Good luck to you.....for more remedies email me and I can send you some recipes from my elders that will help.

Kim