Kelly,
I have a picture of my HBOT chamber on my profile. When I settle down later
I'll pm tonight with details. Thanks for caring. Later Di

Di,
I am late in the game catching up with you, but I am so sorry you're struggling so much right now. I hope that the dives bring you some relief soon and that you can get your pain under control. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Please write when you're feeling better!!

Thank you I appreciate that. Take care of your sweet self! I'll try to write tonite. Miss talkin to ya. Love Di

Dear Diana,

I am sorry that your father has been sick - please let us know how he is doing.

Lidocaine is administered via IV infusion right into a vein. I have heard that the Drexel clinic (Philly) runs the IV's for 4-5 hours a day for a week or two. I am scheduled for my first one hour infusion in a week and a half in Boston. You need to be connected to a heart monitor during the treatment.

I have read that the longer infusions have been reported to be very successful for some people, especially those with SIP that haven't responded to the blocks. Perhaps it is something that you could try. I don't remember where you live. In addition to Drexel, there's an RSD clinic in Tampa. Other people on these boards have talked about Calif and NY doctors that treat them with Lidocaine, too.

Even though I live about 5 hours away, I made an appt with Dr. S at Drexel in Philly for a year and a half from now. I can always cancel it.

Let us know how you are doing, Sandy