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Updated 1y ago

Struggling with Chronic Pain: Seeking Recommendations

i have really been struggling with pain everywhere all over my body. i’m on a prescription pain medication and it helps to some extent but it seems to pick and choose what pain it wants to help and then totally ignore the rest. does any know of good over the counter things, holistic practices(acupuncture, etc.), supplements, or even an actual medication that they would recommend? i see my pain doctor tomorrow but he’s not super friendly and i’m not sure what to tell him

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Some people have found relief from acupuncture, using a TENS unit, heating pads, and pain meditation. Others have mentioned that medications like Gabapentin, low dose Naltrexone, and Percocet have pro...See More

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I have tried different things for different pains. Arnica on after a shower for old injuries, gingko and massages for heart pain, electric blanket to reduce pain and avoiding things that trigger migraines. Some medicines come and go

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