I am having a epidural on my lower back on Tuesday...
 

Hi All,

I don't post much but I feel I need so incouragment from anyone who has had a epidural of the spine. I am having one on Tuesday with my new PM doctor. It's not my first but I am a true wimp when it comes to procedures. They are going to put me out so I don't have to feel anything but I am still very frightened. Any support would be appreciated.

I switched PM doctors due to my health insurance same office different doctor so if any problems occur he can reach my old doctor immediately.

Thanks in advance,

Gabbycakes

Hi Gabbycakes,
I'm sorry you have RSD and are scared. I have had an epidural, but not for RSD. I had one for a C-Section. This was 30 years ago. But I still remember it. You feel no pain after the injection. You can feel sensation of movements, but you are in no pain. I get thru procedures like a MRI etc. thru visualization and meditation. I close my eyes, and picture myself on a favorite beach in Hawaii. I picture the sun and waves. or picture doing something I love, like water skiing, tennis, You can memorize a favorate verse in the Bible that brings you comfort. Getting your mind off of the procedure and onto to other things is a positive thing. Hope all goes well, and please know we are thinking of you. Your friend, loretta

Thanks so much for the support. I will take your advise.

Gabbycakes


QUOTE=loretta;549948]Hi Gabbycakes,
I'm sorry you have RSD and are scared. I have had an epidural, but not for RSD. I had one for a C-Section. This was 30 years ago. But I still remember it. You feel no pain after the injection. You can feel sensation of movements, but you are in no pain. I get thru procedures like a MRI etc. thru visualization and meditation. I close my eyes, and picture myself on a favorite beach in Hawaii. I picture the sun and waves. or picture doing something I love, like water skiing, tennis, You can memorize a favorate verse in the Bible that brings you comfort. Getting your mind off of the procedure and onto to other things is a positive thing. Hope all goes well, and please know we are thinking of you. Your friend, loretta[/QUOTE]

I can completely understand what you mean and know how you feel about being nervous and feeling like a wimp when it comes to the procedures.

I had a few in office epidurals for RSD. Then in March I had a Tunneled Epidural Catheter put in. It was left in for 8 weeks until it became infected. Even though the office epi's were uncomfy (I was not put to sleep), I did have a little relief at first.

Good luck, breath deep and stay postive....let us know how everything turns out tomorrow!

Hi Gabby, I hope I am doing this right. I am fairly new to RSD and completely new to this forum. I am also considering a nerve block. I am also a wimp when it comes to these type of things but I saw a video of one today and it appears the patient isn't feeling it or if she is she is not really aware.

good Luck
 

Hi,

Just wanted to wish you good luck on your epidural tomorrow and hope it helps you.:hug::hug::hug::hug:

Kate

Hi gabby
your going to be fine,,ive hada few of them but they numb the area first and ussually give a antidepressant[via I.V] and it doesnt take long,,,my prayers are for you 2moro,,,,,,,happy place<< your hawai bound

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I hope resting and in less pain:hug:

Hi Gabbycakes,
I hope your epidural brought you some relief!! It's all over by now!!

It must have helped you to know your new doc and previous doc were communicating and working together!!
Take good care!
hope4thebest

How did it go?

I finally got some relieve....
 

First, let me say how overwhelmed and appreciative I was to get all the support. I can't express how all of you have touched me.

The epidural went great I got almost 100% relieve. I have had 3 prior with only one giving me a good result. They did have an anesthegiologist put me in a twilight sleep so I felt nothing. The new doctor did a great job and my old doctor stopped by to say hello and to reassure me. I hope in sticks because I feel like a new person.

I travel quite a distance to get to this hospital but I truly think its worth it. My husband took me on Tuesday so it worked out fine.

Again, thank you for all the support it truly means so much to me...


Gabbycakes

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I am happy for you and hope you continue to have low pain from the block.:hug: