Posted by deepinit on February 14, 2007, at 1:39:52
In reply to Nerve root pain, posted by Declan on February 8, 2007, at 19:38:01
Hey Declan,
Havig the same painful problem (I lack 4 discs from a genetic version of DDD and refuse fusion). I have found that controlling inflammation has been the most effective for me. Vitamin C (via Pycnogenal sp.?), SAMe (working to add this), Alpha Lipoic, DL phenalaneline (SP?).
Additionally , diet plays a major part. Refined white sugar is a huge trigger as is alcohol (raising my eyebrow) ;-), coffee, and the biggest no-no smoking...
Lastly, there is an emotional part to the pain as well, not to metion the stress- induced pain. I noticed my pain increases when I have life stuff happen.....
Speaking from a heck of a lot of experience, PLEASE be careful with the drugsfor pain. ......
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