Sorry RSD ME I did not see your post until today. I have decided I am not willing to try a SCS at this time. I have improved since my diagnosis rather than decline and to me it does not make sense to do such an invasive procedure at this point in the illness. If it gets worse it is an option I will consider. Problem is the docs that I have seen see this as my only option. I will not plead with them again. I will just say thanks and leave. I think that I may have found my voice. I'm looking into some other options. We'll see what comes of it. As always, thank you for sharing your wisdom and experience. I'm convinced that the support that I received from all of you helped me bounce back quickly from a rather negative experience. Hang in~mac