Mark, I'm SO glad you mentioned her! I was racking my brain trying to remember her exact handle. Yes Patricia, her testimony is VERY encouraging! You should be able to get your love of golf back

Abbie, speaking of Q's to ask your Dr, I'd certainly bring up the topic of pain pump to see what he says. There are so many meds (or combinations) that can be customized for the pump. If he is like my Dr (and probably many others) he might say something like, "Well, if you did the pump, then I'd have to 'marry' you"...meaning, the commitment involved of refilling the pump, but I'd really like to know what he would say.
I just keep getting red flags regarding the stimulation in your case. If even a passing car playing music causes you discomfort, yikes.

Oh how I hope something will give you a break

Rae