When I went in for physical therapy the other day, my therapist asked me that ever-annoying question that us chronic pain sufferers hate to hear: "What is your pain level today on a scale of 1 - 10?" I know that it is the … [Read more...] about Chronic Pain – Like the Annoying Person Who Never Leaves
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My First Week of Physical Therapy…
Last week I started physical therapy and it went rather well. From what I remember, it is going a lot better for me this time around than what it has previously. I attribute it to the fact that my body is in better physical … [Read more...] about My First Week of Physical Therapy…
FDA Bans Darvocet & Darvon (Propoxyphene) from Market
The FDA removed Darvocet & Darvon from the market on November 19th citing serious heart risk. The FDA also warns that anyone taking these medications should call their doctor immediately. Darvocet & Darvon contain … [Read more...] about FDA Bans Darvocet & Darvon (Propoxyphene) from Market
Physical Therapy Begins Next Week for Back & Leg Pain
I start physical therapy next week for my back pain and my doctor thinks that a lot of my leg pain is coming from my back. I always feel like I am fighting this neverending, losing battle with my body. I work so hard to get … [Read more...] about Physical Therapy Begins Next Week for Back & Leg Pain
New Chronic Pain Medication May Relieve Pain Without Addiction
Columbia University Medical Center researchers have given many chronic pain patients hope with a patent on a potential new pain drug that focuses on the "on/off" switch to pain that the researchers found 4-years ago in their … [Read more...] about New Chronic Pain Medication May Relieve Pain Without Addiction
Living Daily with Pain Around the Clock
When I first became sick 20 years ago, I never, ever imagined that I would live 20 years with the daily pain that I have had to endure. We hear all of the time that a person can deal with anything when they know that it is … [Read more...] about Living Daily with Pain Around the Clock
The “Campaign to End Chronic Pain in Women” Launched on Capitol Hill
Thanks to the CFIDS Association for emailing the following press release and information on the Campaign to End Chronic Pain In Women. The following press release about the launch of the Campaign to end Chronic Pain in Women … [Read more...] about The “Campaign to End Chronic Pain in Women” Launched on Capitol Hill
New Formulation For Oxycontin Approved By FDA
The FDA has approved a new forumlation for controlled-released Oxycontin, a powerful pain medication that is typically prescribed severe, chronic pain. The goal of this new Oxycontin formula is to help discourage abuse and … [Read more...] about New Formulation For Oxycontin Approved By FDA
ME/CFS Pain vs. Fibromyalgia Pain – How I Can Tell the Difference
Having one chronic illness like CFS or Fibromyalgia can be complicated enough. But then add to it one or more additional chronic illnesses and it feels like your whole world is turned upside down. I know there are many … [Read more...] about ME/CFS Pain vs. Fibromyalgia Pain – How I Can Tell the Difference
ME/CFS Pain & Fibromyalgia Pain – Can You Distinguish Between the Two?
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome patients suffer from pain as well as Fibromyalgia patients. Sometimes it can be hard for patients with both to know whether their pain is coming from the Fibromyalgia or the ME/CFS. For me, I can … [Read more...] about ME/CFS Pain & Fibromyalgia Pain – Can You Distinguish Between the Two?