Wow - what an inspiring story!! You are awesome!

How can you fix it so you can sleep more? Have you considered sleep meds? I have taken Ambien CR 12.5 mg and Skelaxin 800 mg at night since last summer, and I can fall asleep. I still wake up a lot, but I can get back to sleep again. Restorative sleep may help reduce your pain somewhat. If your meds aren't covered by insurance, then how about tylenol PM or a generic equivalent? Just a thought.....my heart goes out to you having to work so hard and being sleep deprived!

Thanks so much for taking the time to share your story with us. I am so concerned about my ability to return to work and perform my duties - it has been my goal since I started my LOA to get better. You have enabled me to see that with some grit and determination it is indeed attainable!

XOXO Sandy