Thank you for your posts, I am trying to stay away from opiates, I'm groggy enough on Gabapentin. I may in time need something stronger but for now I'm just trying to deal with this pain with Gabapentin and diet as well as accupuncture and supplements, and a lot of prayer. I trust The Lord for healing and I always will. Again I want to thank you for all your suggestions and comments, when and if I go to Mayo I will take all these suggestions with me. You guys are so wonderful on this forum. I learn something new everyday! Thank you!