At Mon, 24 Sep 2001, Cheryl A. Cole wrote:
> >Has anyone tried an epidural nerve block? My pain Dr. brought >this idea up last week. I told him I would think about it. >Does it hurt when given? Is it a shot in the spine? Does it >numb everything from the waist down? How long does it last? >Is it worthwhile? I have tried the nuerontin and it didn't >help me. We are now trying the 50 duragesic patch and a pill >called topamax. I am getting some minimal relief so far.(only >been a few days) I hope this Thursday is the start of a pain-free >week for all!!