Gather round MSers who are on pain management wherever you are

[Jules A]

I'm not going to argue with anyone, I am simply stating facts and each person can do as they wish. I have a 34 year diagnosis of this disease and have never found narcotics to be helpful with neuropathic pain. It is quite possible to learn how to deal with pain without narcotics and still live a functional life.

Thankfully I have very little personal experience with narcotics although more than my fair share of experience on a professional level. I have probably posted this before but I think it is an excellent book. The Pain Antidote by Mel Pohl who I think is the bomb.

Again I know of zero research new or old that indicates opioids are effective for chronic pain relief. In fact most I know who are dependent on legit prescriptions, no different than an "addict", rarely report their pain as controlled anyway.

[SNOOPY]

T I have probably posted this before but I think it is an excellent book. The Pain Antidote by Mel Pohl who I think is the bomb.

I don't remember you posting this book. I went and looked on line and will probably buy it after the holidays. Thanks Jules!

[Jules A]

I don't remember you posting this book. I went and looked on line and will probably buy it after the holidays. Thanks Jules!

My pleasure! I love it and have bought it as a gift for both friends and colleagues.

[palmtree]

Thank you all for a lively discussion. We are all different. Our bodies are different. Our beliefs are different. The important thing is that everyone is ok.

Have a wonderful holiday!