Hi Mrs. D,

I have been going steady with MP for 36 years. The first 5 were the ones that were episodic in frequency. Walking and standing would bring on fierce pain. Sitting would relieve it, if I took action soon enough. If I tried to continue walking or standing, the nerve would "fry" as I called it and then sitting was of no value. Oops, Phone call. Will be back. Sorry for the interruption. For years now, the pain has been constant, NO relief in ANY position, but at least the intensity would fluctuate throughout the day. I used Lidoderm patches for a few years, daily, with little change in pain level. I could not take the oral medications, neurontin nor Lyrica. I am glad to hear you have yours under control. That gives me hope but after 36 years, my expectations are very low.