[Chris722]

Hello. Just wanted to introduce myself. I am 37 yrs old and have been dealing with a herniated cervical disc (c6-c7) with radiating nerve pain/numbness in my right arm for the past 2 years. About 7 wks ago, I had a major flare-up and have been in excrutiating pain since. Before that, it's been somewhat manageable. Advil and the occasional percocet would pretty much keep my condition tolerable. That, and my daily neck excercises have enabled me to continue working and leading a "regular" life. I work in law enforcement, so there is a physical aspect to my job. I have, over the last 2 years, been able to do what is required of me with regard to my work. When I initially herniated the disc, I went to physical therapy which only made it worse. After 6 wks of that, the therapist told me I shouldn't continue with it. With this flare-up, I went to a pain management doctor who gave me an epidural injection last friday. It's been 5 days now and it's done nothing for me. I started taking Relafin a few days ago, and am hoping that after a few weeks of that, the inflammation will come down and I can get some relief. As for now, the only thing that gives me any pain relief is the percocet. The burning nerve pain that radiates down my arm is the worst pain I have ever felt. Don't want to have surgery. Have heard too much negative about it, and that often it doesnt help or makes you worse off. Been out of work for a few days now. Couldn't keep dragging myself in with so much pain. Anyway, that's my story. I have been reading about this LYRICA. Was wondering if that might be something I could benefit from? Thanks.

[FranksAngel]

welcome to neurotalk ... there are lots of friendly and supportive people here so jump right in and start posting ... should you need help, don't hesitate to ask someone ... we are here to help ... here is the link to our spinal disorders and back pain ... i hope it helps http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum22.html ...again

[Chris722]

Thanks! Looks like that's the right forum for me.

[azoyizes]

Hi Chris, and welcome to NeuroTalk! This is a great place to come to with lots of friendly and helpful people.

Stay awhile, and have a look around.

[Darlene]

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk. Great to see you have come to be with us. Just let us know if we can be of any help. We are all here to assist each other as possible.

Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around.

Darlene