Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

I was diagnosed with CRPS over 5 years ago. I had major surgery on both my feet. I was also in a sever car accident that required shoulder surgery. For many years I was in pain and caught trying to walk and keep employment. I finally found a great pain management doctor who diagnosed my condition.

Since my diagnosis I have tried many medications ant treatments. I even had a spinal cord stimulator implanted with a big build up of hope in releiving pain. Unfortunately my doctor said I was one of the few of his patients that didn’t receive a large percentage of help from the SCS. I’m not complaining because although I only get about 20% relief from the SCS I feel any amount of relief is good.

I also have a degenerative spine with moderate scoliosis. With all the pain I feel every day it is very hard to function. Many days I wish I would just cease to exist. My dad took his life and I lived what that does to a family so it is not an acceptable option for me. I live for my kids and my wife.

I’m feeling very tired and discouraged. I have been unable to work and it feels like no matter what I do I have to fight insurance companies and still find no relief. I find it hard to talk to my doctor and ask for more help because so many out there liable you as a drug seeker. We are talking about trying a pain pump to assist me but I am unsure of yet another surgery and implant. I have tried many natural and pharmaceutical therapeutics. I would be interested in hearing any ideas or things that have helped anyone else going through this same thing.

I apologize for the long post this is the first time I have sought out help from others or a group on this kind of platform. Thank you for listening.