Hi. i haven't had surgery for Tos yet (surgery on a herniated disc I have had). I know exactly what you mean about the anxiety. I worry at the slightest onset on moderate pain and get sooooo worried about it getting worse that I think I bring on the major flare ups! I so need some Soma again... I was on it 2 times a day but got pregnant and went off it.

I am starting Botox tomorrow for my muscles - did you ever do botox?
Don't let them take your meds away if you think you really need them!