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neck and back pain and stiffness following trauma.. my husband hurt his neck 4 months ago doing gymnastics (forward roll & awkward landing

think he has overstretched ligament in upper back - initially knew he had hurt something but real pain only hit about a week later (bit like whiplash)... he...

think he has overstretched ligament in upper back - initially knew he had hurt s...

flirtygert

•10 years ago

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What could cause hands to go numb, fingers tingle & hands ice cold??

I have fibromyalgia, arthritis & had some pain in my neck, back, basically all over my body, but having increased neck pain, arms & hands going numb, fingers...

I have fibromyalgia, arthritis & had some pain in my neck, back, basically all o...

NanaDeb

•10 years ago

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Lidocaine infusion

Hi peeps, I'm new to this forum. Well I'm off to Durham University Hospital on Thursday 24/04/14 for some lidocaine infusion treatment, I have looked on web...

Hi peeps, I'm new to this forum. Well I'm off to Durham University Hospital on T...

Slardy

•10 years ago

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Three- level fusion.

Anyone out there had a fusion at three levels, lumbar spine? I understand that even surgeons advise against as it is not a successful procedure.

Anyone out there had a fusion at three levels, lumbar spine? I understand that e...

Calceolaria

•10 years ago

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Has anyone found pain meds that actually work and still let you function?

I have tried so many and they either don't work or have such bad side effects that I can't function (dizzy ness, sickness, incredibly dry mouth etc). Thanks...

I have tried so many and they either don't work or have such bad side effects th...

rowantree

•10 years ago

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Diagnosis and prognosis for neuropathy

Hello, I am new here. I'm 25 and I've had Rheumatoid Arthritis for almost 5 years. It has been stubborn, aggressive and resistant to treatment until recent...

Hello, I am new here. I'm 25 and I've had Rheumatoid Arthritis for almost 5 year...

Hidden

•10 years ago

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I have been taking Codydramol for over 12 years, recently with an Opiod I have neuropathy & arthritis. GP put me on just Tramadol that day!

I have been taking 200-300mg of Tramadol SR & 8 Paracetamol but my pain has increased, I have suffered cramps, anxiety attacks, tremors, trembling, weakness,...

I have been taking 200-300mg of Tramadol SR & 8 Paracetamol but my pain has incr...

Jenzza13

•10 years ago

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Good afternoon, the sun is out so heat treatment here I come!!!!! My left arm has come out in sympathy for my back.

For the last couple of weeks, I've been getting pins and needles in my left arm spreading to my hand and fingers now. Its painful and lasts a couple of minutes...

For the last couple of weeks, I've been getting pins and needles in my left arm ...

maisiemoo14

•10 years ago

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Any one felt like middle of their back is moving forward??. Its very sore when happens...

Hi to all those who spoke to me before,,,any way back props..3 level degarative disc d.. arthritis in back..joints..just turned 2 and op down has first made it...

Hi to all those who spoke to me before,,,any way back props..3 level degarative ...

louiseamos

•10 years ago

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Good morning, its dull outside and my back has locked on me, also having muscle spasms which are painful!!!!!!

After the last couple of days where the weather has been lovely, woke up this morning to dull weather and my back locked on me. Having muscle spasms which are...

After the last couple of days where the weather has been lovely, woke up this mo...

maisiemoo14

•10 years ago

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When should I see a doctor about changes with my conditions. I have nerve damage and suffer from constant pain in my leg and feet

Been suffering for pain in arms,hands and pelvic area.

lornallew

•10 years ago

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sometimes I feel like I can't breathe good. So full and I develop a It feels terrible I just feel like my chest is just filled up the air or

or something. They had me breathe in a little tube with moisture in it a couple of them. It did help a little. And I'm still waking up short of breath.

or something. They had me breathe in a little tube with moisture in it a couple ...

Hidden

•10 years ago

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Why is every symptom put down to Fibromyalgia !

Every time I have had an ailment it seems to have been put down to Fibro,until xrays, dexa scans or other tests have proved other conditions.I have was told on...

Every time I have had an ailment it seems to have been put down to Fibro,until x...

Hidden

•10 years ago

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What exercises are best for arthritic feet

I recently started a supervised Gym course for maintaining good lung function, however have suffered a flare up of arthritis. Does anyone know if there are...

I recently started a supervised Gym course for maintaining good lung function, h...

katieoxo60

•10 years ago

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Pip form- how far can I walk?

Do I put how far I can walk without pain? About two steps. Or how far I can walk? More than 200m but in a lot of pain. Thanks

Do I put how far I can walk without pain? About two steps. Or how far I can walk...

rowantree

•10 years ago

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HI all When i touch/put little pressure on my spine whilst sitting straight or crouching i feel no pain. However when i bend backwards....

When I touch/put little pressure on my spine whilst sitting straight or crouching I feel no pain. However when i bend backwards or lean forward for an extended...

When I touch/put little pressure on my spine whilst sitting straight or crouchin...

Hidden

•10 years ago

1 Reply

Walking Group

Hello all. Pain Concern will soon be launching a pilot program for a walking group in partnership with the Glasgow Pain Management team and ALLIANCE. First, I...

Hello all. Pain Concern will soon be launching a pilot program for a walking gro...

Hidden

•10 years ago

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pain in both wrists

well fed up now as i now a long with my ongoing back and leg nerve pain i have started with what i think is tendinitis in both my thumb/wrists. This seems to...

well fed up now as i now a long with my ongoing back and leg nerve pain i have s...

prim50

•10 years ago

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Having constant chillblains, burning balls of feet and sore heels and purple feet. I saw GP yesterday. He said I had no pulse in my feet.

Has anyone had this problem? He is referring me to a circulation specialist

lyngos9

•10 years ago

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17 Pain in Lumbar for about 6months. X-ray shows arthritis. MRI in few weeks .

Hi alll!! I am 17 yrs old. I have had pain in my lumbar for 6months now and it gradually got worse. Got an x-ray done that shows arthritis. Apparently it...

Hi alll!! I am 17 yrs old. I have had pain in my lumbar for 6months now and it...

Hidden

•10 years ago

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Just Enough

I am truly fed up just gruelling along. The pain is relentless. I have lots of things to be thankful for but sometimes even with calm meditive reflection they...

I am truly fed up just gruelling along. The pain is relentless. I have lots of t...

nedd

•10 years ago

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So much pain ..

Hi ive suffered with lower back pain for years with pain in my neck and knees i have sliooed heratied disc .. Im in agony and have to use a mobility scooter im...

Hi ive suffered with lower back pain for years with pain in my neck and knees i ...

funkychick

•10 years ago

1 Reply

Walking Group

Hello all. Pain Concern will soon be launching a pilot program for a walking group in partnership with the Glasgow Pain Management team and ALLIANCE. First,...

Hello all. Pain Concern will soon be launching a pilot program for a walking gr...

Hidden

•10 years ago

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Is it the meds or something else?

Hi I had an acdf c6/c7 in July 2012, everything was good for about 6 weeks after the op then I felt a massive click in my neck and started to get the pain...

Hi I had an acdf c6/c7 in July 2012, everything was good for about 6 weeks after...

katie72

•10 years ago

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How do I get my GP to take me seriously?

I have a herniated disc in my lower spine, spondylosis, severe sciatica, pins and needles, severe bladder incontinence, and debilitating muscle spasms in my...

I have a herniated disc in my lower spine, spondylosis, severe sciatica, pins an...

ZedT

•10 years ago

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Given date of operation of 8th May. Been told today that date is no longer available.

After suffering for two and half years in agony finally had an MRI January 15th, which showed I had Spinal Cord Compression. Saw neurosurgeon 24th...

After suffering for two and half years in agony finally had an MRI January 15th,...

howeller1952

•10 years ago

1 Reply

Anyone been successful in applying for PIP (personal independence payment) with similar symptoms to me?

I need help with cooking, can't open cans or jars, hold pans with anything in, drain pans, carry more than one plate, peel or cut up vegetables, or cut my own...

I need help with cooking, can't open cans or jars, hold pans with anything in, d...

rowantree

•10 years ago

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Awaiting mri results seen consultant 23rd march ... had appointment for 27th for mri . Now see consultant again on 17th April how quickly

Concerned of findings but they have mentioned discectomy as mri april 2012 shows sign l4 l5 . Disc protusion now reckon it herniated as sciatica pain since...

Concerned of findings but they have mentioned discectomy as mri april 2012 shows...

trudyl65

•10 years ago

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Does anyone know of strong painkillers that do not cause dry mouth and throat as a side effect?

In addition to diclofenac and paracetomol (& occasional diazepam for muscle spasms) I also have been prescribed dihydrocodeine which causes very dry mouth and...

In addition to diclofenac and paracetomol (& occasional diazepam for muscle spas...

bonniebluebird

•10 years ago

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Is anyone like me? I have a runny nose all year round. I've tried everything. It's unbearable outdoors in winter, pouring literally.

I queries going to ENT with. GP but got ignored. Anyone with advice

lyngos9

•10 years ago

6 Replies

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All posts for April 2014

neck and back pain and stiffness following trauma.. my husband hurt his neck 4 months ago doing gymnastics (forward roll & awkward landing

What could cause hands to go numb, fingers tingle & hands ice cold??

Lidocaine infusion

Three- level fusion.

Has anyone found pain meds that actually work and still let you function?

Diagnosis and prognosis for neuropathy

I have been taking Codydramol for over 12 years, recently with an Opiod I have neuropathy & arthritis. GP put me on just Tramadol that day!

Good afternoon, the sun is out so heat treatment here I come!!!!! My left arm has come out in sympathy for my back.

Any one felt like middle of their back is moving forward??. Its very sore when happens...

Good morning, its dull outside and my back has locked on me, also having muscle spasms which are painful!!!!!!

When should I see a doctor about changes with my conditions. I have nerve damage and suffer from constant pain in my leg and feet

sometimes I feel like I can't breathe good. So full and I develop a It feels terrible I just feel like my chest is just filled up the air or

Why is every symptom put down to Fibromyalgia !

What exercises are best for arthritic feet

Pip form- how far can I walk?

HI all When i touch/put little pressure on my spine whilst sitting straight or crouching i feel no pain. However when i bend backwards....

Walking Group

pain in both wrists

Having constant chillblains, burning balls of feet and sore heels and purple feet. I saw GP yesterday. He said I had no pulse in my feet.

17 Pain in Lumbar for about 6months. X-ray shows arthritis. MRI in few weeks .

Just Enough

So much pain ..

Walking Group

Is it the meds or something else?

How do I get my GP to take me seriously?

Given date of operation of 8th May. Been told today that date is no longer available.

Anyone been successful in applying for PIP (personal independence payment) with similar symptoms to me?

Awaiting mri results seen consultant 23rd march ... had appointment for 27th for mri . Now see consultant again on 17th April how quickly

Does anyone know of strong painkillers that do not cause dry mouth and throat as a side effect?

Is anyone like me? I have a runny nose all year round. I've tried everything. It's unbearable outdoors in winter, pouring literally.

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