Hello and welcome! You're in good company. Many of us have been in lots of pain for years too, and understand what it's like.

I've been a chronic painer for almost 28 years now, due to severe spinal issues and was recently diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. I've had 3 spinal surgeries, one was a spinal cord stimulator implant and later removal. The others were for herniated discs. If I'd known then what I know now, I never would have let them touch me. My surgeries were before the internet, so I couldn't research things like I can now. NO WAY would I have had surgery!!!! I'm now disabled because of it.

I'm glad you found us, and I hope you find the information that you need. You'll find a lot of great people here. So feel free to post and vent any time you feel the need.

Again welcome, and I hope we hear more from you. God bless and take care. Hugs, Lee