Summertime, I am so sorry, I wish I had answers for you. Some days I think I have accepted this & days like today when I am hurting really bad I realize I have not. I wish there was just some magic answer to help you. I wish I could give you a hug at least while you cried so you felt less alone. Thats one of the hardest things. The lonliness. I have never met anyone face to face that has RSD. That would mean so much to me as I am sure it would to you. Just to be able to sit & talk to someone who undertsnds what you are going through. I can say one good thing about you trying the SCS is that you can do the trial and not just jump into it. It will really help you decide if you like it or not. Please feel free to PM me if you want to ask me more questions. I have mine cervically (in my neck). I dont know where yours will be. SO they may be a little different. But I can still answer questions. I also have the rechargable model & I will tell you I think its worth it. My battery should last about 9 years versus the 5 years of a non-rechargable. I have the Medtronics brand SCS. I really like their Customer service & my Rep. I hope you feel better soon sweets! I am sure we are all here if you need us!
Hugs, Denny