Guest guest Posted November 11, 2007 Report Share Posted November 11, 2007 Hi all...I am new to the group and looking for methods to treat my now chronic back pain and leg pain. I am in my 20s and have been diagnosed with moderate lumbar degenerative disc disease and mild arthritis. In the lumbar region I have several disk herniations and a disc tear. So far I have been in physical therapy twice (2 months early on and now 5, since July). I work full time as a nurse (no lifting anymore though) and am taking 4 medications to cope with the pain -- Celebrex, Tramadol, Gabapentin, Desipramine. I see a chriopracter weekly and a neuromuscular therapist weekly as well. I have also tried homeopathy as provided by a naturopathic doctor, and neurostructural integration technique. I do some yoga and spine ball therapy, but I need to be very careful with it as my back is reactive. I have also tried numerous supplements including glucosamine, white willow, proteolytic enzymes, zyflament, grapeseed extract, ginger, tumeric, celery seed. I have tried some essential oils topically, with a little relief. Overall I have seen some improvement but am becoming discouraged. So I am coming to this group at the end of my rope. If anyone has any suggestions I would greatly appreciate hearing them. Thanks, Menma Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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