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Originally Posted by hope4thebest
Hi WCD,
Welcome the the boards...I am sorry you were diagnosed with RSD and that you are in a lot of pain..
All of us here were at some point newly diagnosed and we understand how you feel, and the challenges you are facing..
You will find much information and support as the days and weeks go by and our RSD family respond to your posts and questions!
When I was first diagnosed (foot injury and surgery) I did a lot of research and became distraught at what I was discovering..
I have continued to educate myself and ask questions, and the initial fear has quelled, as I am learning all the different perspectives of this disorder.
Do educate yourself but share your discoveries with us and others you feel comfortable with in order to get a balanced perspective.
Early on, I did get acupuncture (she put the needles in my ear where there are sites that correspond to the feet, and I did get some relief from the burning pain. But as you will discover, everyone reacts differently to treatment and meds. There is a lot of trying out different combinations until you discover what is right for you. Has your doctor discussed blocks, meds,
physical therapy and/or other treatment before trying a pump?
It's important to take care of your emotional needs too, while you search for physical relief..
I'm glad you have a supportive boyfriend by your side!!!
Welcome to our RSD family!
Hope4thebest  |
I have had a total of 4 blocks, and only one gave me relief. But the relief only lasted until late afternoon the following day. I am going in for another block this Tuesday, only because the doctor wants to see if I have the same relief as I did at my last one. (side note: the last block was in a different area as the other three). I am also waiting to hear from a Neurologist. Don't remember why he wants me to see him. But at this point I am just desperate for someone to help with this.