mrsD...happily, with so many tests..
 

My Dr. knows that I have had all sorts of things checked, and the 'shingles' was the only item of concern. I had a good nights sleep the night before my app. and he did tell me that the anti-viral can keep working for a while and I could have some good results.

That gave me some real hope that has been missing for a long time. He also upped my 'gabapentin', helped me learn how to use a "TENS" unit, and I used it on the front of my legs and calves last night--30 min. each session. I have no idea what good reaction I might eventually receive, however I plan to do the back of my legs today because thats where the terrible muscle cramps (& toes) have attacked.

Have you ever used a "TENS"???

No, I have never needed a TENs. But I do have an IFc and used it for my tendon injury. I had IFc (inferential current) during my physical therapy, and it was very useful. IFc is another form of electro stim and has more healing properties. TENs is only a pain blocking device.

Many people on this forum have used TENs. If you search TENs in the search function on the PN forum index, in the right side of the upper part of the page, you will find other posts.