My pain mgmt doc is the BEST! I had to get a referral (since I'm HMO) but I am so glad. I see him more than any doctor but it's worth it. Started with CESI injections but they have worn off. I don't know what's next, just happy he gives me the good meds and doesn't assume just the Neurontin alone will cut it!

I know what you mean about the effects though. I've been taking Percocet (10's-the strong ones) 4 times a day for about a year now and I worry that I'm immune but what else do I have? They don't do anything for me except releive pain now (no dizzy or "high" feeling at all).

The pain doctors really understand and treat it though. I went for 3 months waiting for a Baclofen pump and my insurance co. denied it. I see him next week and we'll try something else. It's good to know that he's there to do that since the neuro is not much help.

I hope you feel better soon!

kcmom