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TRS1960

Joined: 02/05/2010

My Story:

Crushed by a falling tree December of 2000, suffering a subdural hematoma, eight broken ribs with a collapsed lung my spinal column was crushed over 3 inches. Now living with a spinal column having nearly as much titanium as a Ferrari holding 12 vertebrae, or what's left of them, together I've continued to work and raise my kids...well I've allowed my wife to raise our kids. For most of the time since my injury I've suffered horrific chronic pain and drug side effects equally terrifying. Speaking of my wife, it is true that the caregivers of those suffering debilitating illness or injury are angels of mercy. They often have a tougher time caring for us than we do being cared for. I've learned that knowledge is power and that to survive we must learn how our body works in order to use the tools given to us as we map out our new life. Back to the Ferrari, one could have the best mechanic's tools in the world, but without knowledge such tools are merely useless pieces of forged steel.

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As far as I know the ketamine induced choma is only being done in Germany. It is not FDA...

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10 Replies | Reply | Watch This DiscussionReport This| Share this:Ketamine Infusion As far as I know the ketamine induced choma is only being done in Germany. It is not FDA...

Reply: Do you have lower back pain with clean MRIs/X-Rays...

Statistically about 50% of people with positive MRI pathology have no pain associated with...

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Reply: I need to know if TRAMADOL ORAL is a NON-NARCOTIC ...

Which states: "This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain....

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Which states: "This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol is similar to narcotic analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. How to use tramadol Oral Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain relief. You may take this drug with or without food. If you have nausea, it may help to take this drug with food. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other ways to decrease nausea (such as lying down for 1 to 2 hours with as little head movement as possible). The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. The maximum recommended dose is 400 milligrams per day. If you are older than 75 years, the maximum recommended dose is 300 milligrams per day. Do not increase your dose, take the medication more frequently, or take it for a longer time than prescribed. Properly stop the medication when so directed. Pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. If you wait until the pain has worsened, the medication may not work as well. If you have ongoing pain (such as due to arthritis), your doctor may direct you to also take long-acting narcotic medications. Other non-narcotic pain relievers (such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen) may also be prescribed with this medication. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about using tramadol safely with other drugs. This medication may cause withdrawal reactions, especially if it has been used regularly for a long time or in high doses. In such cases, withdrawal symptoms (such as restlessness, watering eyes, runny nose, nausea, sweating, muscle aches) may occur if you suddenly stop using this medication. To prevent withdrawal reactions, your doctor may reduce your dose gradually. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and report any withdrawal reactions immediately. When this medication is used for a long time, it may not work as well. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working well. Along with its benefits, this medication may rarely cause abnormal drug-seeking behavior (addiction). This risk may be increased if you have abused alcohol or drugs in the past. Take this medication exactly as prescribed to lessen the risk of addiction. Tell your doctor if your pain persists or worsens."View Thread

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Reply: Please help my daughter

If she is suffering debilitating pain from broken hardware impinging nerves and you won't...

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Reply: To work or not to work

There's also the problem of the six blackout months. I don't no how long you have te...

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3 Replies | Reply | Watch This DiscussionReport This| Share this:To work or not to work There's also the problem of the six blackout months. I don't no how long you have te...

Reply: pain patch

That's good you're being careful, I think you should read up on Fentanyl before you get on...

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Reply: National Healthcare Insurance Exchanges

Thanks, and yes so far it's all platitudes with now facts!

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Reply: I have lower back pain?

I agree with Joy and furthermore I think this is a perfect fit for a good physiatrist. ...

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Reply: pain patch

It would appear that doctor fears over medication and risks of side effects of the combined...

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Reply: ct scan lower back help

Yeah, people ask me if I can get a workers comp claim? While it would be financially...

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