Hi all!
I went to a pain management Dr as suggested by my Rheumatologist. I have Spinal Stemosis on top of RA Antiphosolipid syndrome. My knees are shot and now my shoulders, feet, and elbows hurt. Yikes! The Pain Dr said I will probably need epidural shots in my back and gel shots in my knees. Needless to say I’m scared silly. Has anyone had any of these shots done?
Women have epidural injections for pain relief for having babies, so don't worry yourself. People have plenty of practice giving them and they work well for a while.
A number of years ago I was diagnosed with Scheumanns disease and some of my discs have imploded, the only pain relief that helped so I could still work was epidural injections. I had a few over a number of years in my back and all were successfull. If you want any more info feel free to ask and if I can help l will.
I go back to the Dr Thursday with the results from the MRI and knee X-rays. Will wait and see what he says. If the relieve the pain and i won’t have to wear that big and cumbersome back brace I will go for it. Thanks for responding! Have a great day
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Don't know if this might help, EdieB, there are additional discussions about Spinal Stenosis at forums:
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. . . • Pain Concern: healthunlocked.com/search/%...
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About Epidurals at:
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About Antiphosolipid at:
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Wishing you speedy relief (& freedom from 'scared silliness'), EdieB. 🙏 🍀 🌺 🌞
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I was booked in for epidurals into my lumbar area last year, by the Pain Clinic, but declined. Reason I declined is that they don't always give desired result and I was on steroids anyway. I took Prednisolone and codeine instead. I was dx with spinal stenosis in 2002 when C3 subluxed onto C4 resulting in cervical decompression and fixation. Apparently I have a constitutionally narrow canal, some people are just born that way. Ask what the alternatives are if you don't want the epidural.
Yes, I have spinal stenosis as well (with long standing RA). I have had one epidural and will be going this week for a second one at a spine center in NYC. From what I know it is the way to go, otherwise, one has to add on major meds. or narcotics for the pain. I also go to a swim/exercise class three times per week. For spinal stenosis streatching is also very good. I hope you can get some relief. You must keep going and keep the faith.
Thanks so much for your encouragement. I’m new to both RA and Stenosis but probably had both for a while. I know that I should be trying to exercise and stretch but I’m in a lot of pain. The Leflunomide hasn’t kicked in yet and I can hardly walk some days. I’m still working so by the time I come home I’m done. I plan my cleaning and chores one room at a time.
It is so depressing at times but I keep on telling myself to put my big girl pants on and move on!
How good should it get?
Spinal Consultant appointment.
Cut off ALL meat to reduce inflammation???
