Welcome to Neuro Talk. You found a site that has alot of compassionate people here. I am sorry to hear what brought you here. Nerve damage as you probably already know is hard to pin point on just how much recovery you will get over the long term. Do you have neruo- surgeon, who may be willing to talk to you a little more? I also did something for my own situation. Instead of just a pain speciaist, I now go to a physiosist. She works with some suppliments to help with my PN. I have gotten a bit better with my own nerve damage in my spine and my ankles. This kind of doctor tries to treat from the inside on a cellular level. You may want to see if this kind of doctor can help your progress along. I didn't even know what they were myself. It was my pharmacist who told me about this branch of medicine. I do wish you all the best. Keep coming back with questions and comments. You will make some friends right here. I came here two years ago and never left. I received the help I needed to move forward. Keep in touch. ginnie