I have been on the same pain medication & dose for over 6years
I wasn’t asking my doctor to up my meds. I wanted him to switch my meds because I feel that they just aren’t working. My doctor prescribed physical therapy witch is great. I am in my 40’s. I joined a gym 2 months ago. I have done injections &shots. I just want relief. I’m at the end of my rope. I hate being in pain all the time. It’s miserable. I don’t know if I need to find another doctor & if so how do I do that with out breaking my agreement. I don’t think I should suffer the way I am. I am considering back surgery because I just don’t want to live like this. I’m scared of having surgery though I have a dog. I have great insurance. I live in south Florida. I was trying to explain to my doctor that maybe we can change my medication so that it can actually work when I take it. I am guessing I have a tolerance now to pain meds & that probably doesn’t help. I have tried steroids but I don’t want to gain weight. I have been working hard to get in shape. Does anyone have any recommendations. I am on an extended release 2xs a day & then 4xs a day an immediate release. I am on a muscle relaxer & something to help me sleep & an anti inflammatory. I have scoliosis & herniated disks. I have tried injections & told the doctor I’m willing to do more injections. Does anyone have any advice. #ChronicPain #BackPain