Thursday, May 31, 2012

SoBlest's Posts

PRIALT PAIN PUMP TRIAL COMING UP!

Finally, I have new hope after thinking that I would be on my regimen of narcotics for the rest of my life to somewhat relieve my chronic pain.  My pain specialist, whom I dearly love, is retiring, and he was unable to find someone to take over his practice.   I have been forced to find a new pain specialist, but... Read moreChevron

Has Anyone Been to Laser Spine Institute in Tampa, Fla?

Hello All,   It's been quite some time since I've written Chronic Pain or even checked in to the website.  My apologies!  Work has been keeping me very busy!  At least I can still work, right!  I recently saw an add for the Laser Spine Institute in Tampa, Fla.  They will review your most recent MRI report for free... Read moreChevron

I've Cancelled My Morphine Pump Trial

Through a lot of heartache and grief in the past two days, I have decided to cancel my morphine pump for tomorrow morning.  The problems with doctors and the referral issues are too long for me to go into here but I feel that the benefits of the pump do not outweigh the risks for me.  I was only seeking the pump to improve... Read moreChevron

Postponing Morphine Trial

Hello Everyone, Through this site, I have learned a wealth of information and have met so many wonderful individuals who have been so kind to share their story and give advice to me.  I have also researched more about the morphine pump and I realize that it is a Godsend for many individuals.  Personally, I am very concerned about... Read moreChevron

Going for a Morphine Pump Trial

Hello everyone. This is my first posting:). I will be having my morphine pump trial on 2/13/08. I am quite nervous about it. Reading all of these postings has been very informative so thank you for contributing!  I have degenerative disc disease. The first rupture occurred in 2000 and the surgery to repair it was very successful. I think that... Read moreChevron