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Originally Posted by catra121
Thanks again for the continued replies. I have been reading up on as much as I possibly can on different possible medications and treatments so that I can go to my next doctor's appointment armed with questions and different things to try.
I think PT is going pretty well and I have gained a lot of the strength back but I just can't shake this pain. And I feel like I have hit a wall in PT where I can't quite make that next step beyond where I am at until I get this pain under control. What I am doing now brings me to tears, which I try to hold back until I am alone in my car after therapy because I am too embarrassed to cry in front of people I don't really know. This past Friday was the closest I have come to breaking down in PT, but I am trying very hard to stay positive.
I am totally committed to getting back to my normal life...but I know that means a lot of hard work on my part and good docs and physical therapists who will help me get there. I feel like if I could just get this pain under control I would be able to overcome this hurdle. It helps to hear that I am not alone and I feel like I am really lucky compared to a lot of the stories that I have heard of what other people are going through. Just goes to show that things can always be worse.
Thanks again for the support.
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Catra121...
As I read your post, I want you to know that you are not alone as you basically decribed what we have all experinced from time to time..and your post was not too long.. it was informative and factual!!! We all learn with RSD it is small steps as the pain is so darn overwhelming, yes..I believe you have RSD... that our bodies and minds can handle only so much at a time.. Address small segments at a time..each day at a time... find a treating Dr. you can believe and trust... if you need to leave your work due to your pain, sorry but your body comes first. I jsut left my work after 25 yrs. due to my RSD pain..can't walk either ...I was losing my mind and not able to think straight anymore!! I gave it a vigulant fight!!Please, place your needs and pain management first.. continue going for interventions and never ever give up!!!!!!! Its a given that there are many Dr.'s out there who are in it for only the $$$ and a few others who really care..Find one of those!!AND stay with us for help and support!
Much love, KS
