I deal with "manageable" chronic pain neck down. Prior to 1999 when the Fibro hit me, I had a active/busy life. I was 61 in 1999 when the FM dx was given. Then hip replacement in 2010 pushed my body into more pain. I don't like for a moment what has gone on but "it's what it is"...and I deal as I know best. I take mega amount of supps and avoid the drugs, but this is my way.

I work with my massager more and do my legs and arms where I can reach. I've done so many docs and PT's etc and I'm tired of it all now. Heat and ice are my friends.

So, we work to manage somehow. My heart is good so I'll be around for a while, I guess.