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Originally Posted by soxmom
I hear you and can relate. I take a bit more meds than I would like to
if I want to get out of bed. I have severe pain in my left hip and leg
and both of my heels.  I used to be a figure skater and walked 4 miles
every day. I just want to do that again. Im sick of the weight gain
and sick of being a lump in pain. 
Ive tried so many different things. Casts, cortisone shots, nerve block,
boots, night splints, gel pads, heel cups, custom orthodics, pt, ice
and heat. The only thing that gives me some relief is my combo of
meds. I take zanaflex, percacet, gabapentin and ultram. We are
going to try lyrica so Im dosing down with the gabapentin. I HATE
taking all these meds but I HAVE to have some quality of life. 
I sit here with a hot pack on my hip and dream about getting up
and moving.........
Sox |
Doc wanted to start me on the Lyrica too, but so many gain so much weight, I turned that one down. After my Nerve Study showed normal, I felt it was actually a good choice for me not to take it. I've already gained 20 pounds on the meds I do take
I do the ice too.....I'm dreaming of cleaning out my flower beds today. I'm going to do it....regardless of the consequences. Just hope I can walk at work tomorrow
I posted at the Chronic Pain thread...maybe I'll see you there....