It was an amazing five hours
@1creekgirl (40632)
United States
May 1, 2024 3:54pm CST
to not be in any pain! I went to the pain clinic this morning to have a temporary ablation in my back to see if it was going to help.
I can't tell you how fantastic it felt when the pain was totally gone for almost five hours. They said it would wear off around then and sure enough, it did.
But it's so encouraging to know there's something that's going to help. We have to wait for Medicare to approve the second trial, then if it goes as well as it did today, I'll get a more relatively long lasting treatment. It's supposed to work for about a year, but maybe more. Either way, I'll be so thankful to God for this procedure.
I really wondered if I'd be in such pain the rest of my life or if I might have to have back surgery. This treatment doesn't cure the diseased discs or the severe arthritis, but it deadens the pain receptors. However it works, it's so encouraging to know it seems to work so well.
The doctor told me to just do my regular activities for a few hours to see if the meds would work. I walked around Walmart for a short while, didn't bend or twist or lift anything heavy, but it was amazing.
I really can't tell you all how much your prayers and love mean to me. I pray you each have a very blessed day.
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@MarieCoyle (29342)
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2 May
Oh, how wonderful to know that it works! Being in pain is just not fun. It affects every moment of our lives. I hope that approval comes very, very soon!!
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
I'm praying the second test will work as well as the one yesterday so I can get the final treatment that should last a year.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
3 May
Thanks, Marie. That nerve block was so wonderful, but today has been terrible! I've hurt all over and been miserable. Nothing helped until I took a Meloxicam (a strong NSAID.)
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@MarieCoyle (29342)
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3 May
@1creekgirl
That would just be wonderful, Vicki. I hope it happens for you very soon!
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@RebeccasFarm (86961)
• United States
2 May
That's good news..what is it exactly Vicki
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@RebeccasFarm (86961)
• United States
2 May
@1creekgirl Oh that is super Vicki..deadening the nerves will definitely help you.
Well he is not good but thanks Vicki.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
The best I know is the nerves around the discs are kind of burned or ? It doesn't change or repair anything like surgery would, but it deadens the pain receptors. Oshy, I had no idea it would help so much. Of course this morning, I hurt everywhere. But so much to be thankful for.
How is your son? I pray for both of you.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
@RebeccasFarm I'm so sorry, Oshy. We hurt when our children are hurting.
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@tkonlinevn (6447)
• Vietnam
2 May
How wonderful! I very much understand how you feel. Feeling happy when the terrible pain stops. And we seem to be free not only from pain, but also from feelings of helplessness, suffering and hopeless. Congratulation!
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@tkonlinevn (6447)
• Vietnam
3 May
@1creekgirl I used to have back pain due to spinal degeneration. The pain is so unpleasant that it hurts to stand, sit or lie down. Pain relievers only work for a while. The pain will return if I don't take the medicine. Awful! When the pain disappears after treatment, there's nothing better!
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
3 May
@tkonlinevn I can sure understand. Has your doctor ever talked to you about an ablation procedure? That's what I'll hopefully be getting.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
You totally understand. Have you experienced a lot of pain?
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
1 May
Thank you, Julia, I really appreciate all your prayers. How are you and your husband feeling?
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
1 May
@Juliaacv I'll sure keep praying for you both.
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@LadyDuck (460148)
• Switzerland
2 May
@1creekgirl It would be wonderful if you can live without pain.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
@LadyDuck I think in general, humans don't truly appreciate good health until they don't have it.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
Yes, and I think they said it could be repeated a year later.
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@kobesbuddy (75066)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 May
This is the best news I've heard, all week long! Vicki, this proves that God loves you very much!
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
1 May
Isn't He just the most loving and wonderful Father?!
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@GardenGerty (157813)
• United States
2 May
This is wonderful that this will work for you.
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@marguicha (216234)
• Chile
1 May
I had back surgery around 25 years ago and although once in a while it hurts for no reason at all Ihas nothing to do with the excruciating pain I had before surgery.
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@marguicha (216234)
• Chile
1 May
@1creekgirl When the doctor said that surgery was the only way, one of my legs was shrinking and I could only walk with one foot and my arms and hands. After the surgery, while I was at the hospital, there was a big quake at night. I got up and ran. Only after the quake was over I discovered that I had ran with my both legs.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
1 May
I'm so glad to know your back surgery was a success.
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@LeaPea2417 (36574)
• Toccoa, Georgia
2 May
I'm glad it worked for you, even temporarily.
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@LeaPea2417 (36574)
• Toccoa, Georgia
2 May
@1creekgirl prayers that it will be longer lasting.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
I'm really praying the third time will be longer lasting.
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@Tampa_girl7 (49249)
• United States
1 May
I’m happy to hear that it gave you relief.
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@Hannihar (129660)
• Israel
2 May
@1creekgirl
I am sorry you are in so much pain but for some relief and I hope it all works out for you.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
Thank you, Hanni. May God continue to protect you and your country.
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@Hannihar (129660)
• Israel
3 May
@1creekgirl
Thank you Vicki and that means a lot to me.
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@LindaOHio (158234)
• United States
2 May
This is such good news. I hope the procedure is approved and you have long-lasting results. Have a good day.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
Thanks so much, Linda. To go from no pain for a few hours yesterday...today I feel like I've been run over by a semi. But at least I have hope now.
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@LindaOHio (158234)
• United States
2 May
@1creekgirl I hope they approve that procedure ASAP.
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@kaylachan (58780)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
1 May
I am glad to hear you have hope.
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
1 May
Isn't hope such a glorious experience? The Bible says, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Thank you for your kind words.
@RasmaSandra (74001)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
1 May
Glad that you got the relief you needed. I sure hope it continues to work for you,
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@1creekgirl (40632)
• United States
2 May
Thanks, I hope the second time will be soon.
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@xFiacre (12495)
• Ireland
1 May
@1creekgirl Plenty reasons to be thankful there. I’m so happy for you.
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@arunima25 (85832)
• Bangalore, India
2 May
That would be a medical breakthrough. It would be a blessing for so many and will help improve the quality of life. 
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@jnrdutton (2592)
• United States
2 May
So thrilled for you! Have a blessed day.
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