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Originally Posted by Jimking
Many know on this board that I don't have RSD, my wife does. I have a simple question for those who have had RSD for years. What percentage of your pain is do to stress? Me, not able to feel this pain, can't even really imagine it, wonders how stress plays into the pain. I've had toothaches and back pain from hard work and know that stress can elevate those issues because of the nerves. My hunch or feeling is stress can increase RSD pain upwards to 50%.
The reason I ask is that my wife and I live in a rat race. And between this rat race and SSDI issue I believe lowering our stress will make for a happier Suzy. I am planning on selling our house of many years regardless whether she receives her benefits or not. We have a choice of leaving this rat race, move to a very quiet place or move to the outer reaches of this rat race.  I feel that I'd need employment quickly so that complicates things, but if her illness is quieted I'd take the risk in a heart beat. Any thoughts anyone?
thanks, jim |
Jim and Suzy,
Jim that is awesome that you are so intune with your wife and her needs. You both truly deserve peace in your life and when you are dealing with this illness and the SSDI worries that you have, you truly deserve a break. I do wish your wife would consider talking to a therapist, they have alot of clout on the toll that this takes on ones life. They would be able to see the amount of anxiety, pain, functionability, and duration that one can sustain. Two years ago the pain management forced me to talk to a therapist, as they wanted to try the scs implant. But I had to take this huge test and then see him on a regular weekly basis. He used biofeedback, and we talked, I told him everything about the effects that this has had on my life. At the time I was resentful because my thought was, yes I do have emotional distress from the pain, but the true issue was the pain. If I didn't have the pain, I would not be sitting there doing what everyone is telling me I have to do. He grew on me, and the biofeedback was where he got all of his pertinent information. His report is what saved me, I was shocked when I read the information. It was right on the nose, he had substantial evidence (from the biofeedback) and stated that he was shocked that I had been able to continue my lifestyle as long as I have. He stated that I was totally overwhelmed and was shutting down to survive. He also stated that according to my heartrate during the biofeedback, he had great concern of a stroke. Also, it took alot of pressure off of my family and husband. I know the place that Suzy goes, I truly feel her pain it is an awful place to be. I do pray for the both of you that there is some light at the end of the tunnel, this has been a long hard road for both of you. An environmental change sounds awesome and will definately enhance your quality of life. I think it is great that you are so in tune with the needs of Suzy and truly just enjoy watching her be able to enjoy something in life again. Believe this will happen and it will.
God Bless
Jeanie
07-23-2010, 08:53 PM
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