From what I have been told and everyone is different so follow your body and treatment teams advice but it is key to keep moving. Very hard when the pain is so high. Have you been on any of the nerve meds like neurontin? Do you have tramadol? You may want to try it if you do during your flare ups. over the counter on here someone suggested Alevel liquid gel caps and I take that on an occasion. The bath is good as well and some like epsom. I think it is good you are seeing a psych. I waited 2 plus years to do that and I am so gald I finally went back. It does not take the physical pain away but helps me be more rational and with anxiety which I would think helps pain.Hang in there