The vicodin does it for me too. Its hard to explain that when you have chronic pain you need this stuff. I for one, HATE taking pills. But I like quality of life better. When I have them, I'm up and doing things, going places, sleeping all night....and I have a good attitude.

Like you, I've gone years without them....and it can lead to some very depressing moments. I've learned to cut them in half to make them last...and use the zanaflex at night to relax.

I hope they throw you a 'bone' so you can get some relief, if even for a while.