Thanks so much for all the good advice. I do have an appointment scheduled on the 17th and reprograming then too. I am just trying to take it easy for a while. I am getting some pretty good relief from it. I have been able to stop all of the percocet and am currently weaning off of the Avinza. I have also been able to stop wearing my wrist brace for much of the time. All of this is pretty amazing after all this time (over 8 years). I did have to go back to school right after the surgery which was tough, but I have finally gotten my degree. I really appreciate all of your stories here and had read many of them prior to the implant. It is wonderful to be able to "talk" to people who are dealing with some of the same problems that you are having. God Bless all of your for your caring and sharing, Lisa