Hi.

You are not alone in this at all. There are people here that understand and can give you advice.

I would try to find a pain specialist that can get your pain under control. Many here are on neurontin, muscle relaxers and others. Think about getting another opinion.

I had a spinal cord stimulator implanted 2 years ago. It has totally changed the quality of my life. My RSD is in my arms. I lived with multiple pain patches on my arm because I couldn't have anything touch it. A fan hurt. The spinal cord stimulator took all of that way. It's right to think that it won't take all of the pain away - because it won't. I take no pain medication on a regular basis.

I just want you to know that you do have options. See if you can find a pain specialist that can give you other pain management options. See if you're a candidate for neurontin or see if you can add a muscle relaxer. I am on both of these - along with pain medication when I need it. Try something....

Don't give up. All of us are here for you.