Spasms are usually a problem for me when I get lazy on my stretching exercise routine. For some reason they help with the spasticity, which helps with the spasms.

I use self-hypnosis (taught to me by a psychiatrist), and yoga deep breathing techniques. Both of those will put me to sleep fairly easily, but don't always keep me asleep.

For two years (prior to LDN), I resorted to two puffs of marijuana every night. I was able to sleep MUCH better once I got on LDN, so I didn't need it any more. Just as well, cause I really don't like the "high".

Have you tried calling some of the drug assistance programs, to try and get your Avonex subsidized? I hate to see you off a drug that seemed to be doing you well . . . over money constraints. $3000 is a LOT, on a budget though!

If you are not going to be on Avonex for a while though, you may want to consider LDN as a "filler". It doesn't help everyone, but there are many people who it does . . . so it's worth a shot in the meantime.

You really do need your sleep at night, April, especially if you need to work. I find that sleep deprivation (and infection) are two things that cause me considerable difficulty. Keep trying different things until you find something that works, so that you don't burn yourself out.

Cherie