Hi,
I have many blocks over the last 7 years. Some have been ok and some like you said just hurt so bad. After so many docs at the pain clinic I found one that can do it with only a little discomfort.
Its hard to stop working. I worked until the day I just couldn't any more. i also worked beause of my house but that isn't working out. We are in the process of losing it now. My husband is also disabled. Social security was a hard fight for us. No income for over a year. But as with drs you have to find the right person at SSI. they can put you on an emergency program where they give you a check until they decided your case. I didn'tfind out about it until it was too late. they don't tell you everything they should. things you are entitled too. Hang in there. This is a great place to come for help.

Sue K.