UK member in pain for 18 years
 

hi to all and thank you .
I am married male and age 48 I have had 3 spinal operations over the last 18 years at L4/L5/S1 my last operation was ALIF I wanted ADR but my spine is too far gone for the implants .so a good old fusion had to do .but that was 3 years ago and I am now looking in to the nevro device as I am in pain with my lower back and right leg 24/7 .I do use the acticare device but like me its old ! and I could do with something a lot stronger as the pain is classed as intractable and I am on a lot of oxycontin and oxynorm for BT pain .I have lost sexual function {they tried an operation to sort it out but that was a fail } I carnt wear long pants or under wear as I am not able to stand anything on my legs so I have to wear shorts all the time ,I sleep for max 2 hours a night and live my life on a recliner .I was living in hope that if I am a suitable person for the nevro that I may get some quality back to my life .I look forward to advice and making new friends
PINKFLOYD

Welcome pinkfloyd. :Wave-Hello:

Hello and welcome to the NeuroTalk Support Groups.

I'm very sorry you've been in so much pain for so long. I'm sure you'll be able to find information and support here. I'll post a couple of forums below where you may like to post. [I see you've found the SCS Forum already]. Take care.

Spinal Disorders & Back Pain Forum

Chronic Pain Forum

Great to meet you!!
 

Hi, Pinkfloyd,
Welcome from another Brit! …and I must say your profile pic is the ONLY perfect album ever produced.
I know pain, as you do - as many members here do. You have found a comforting, supportive place. I just wish we had no need for it. Explore the Forums, you will find what you need, whether it's information, a kind word or a place to vent.

Dave.