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How many of you are being treated by a pain management specialist and has it made a difference?

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Conroe, TX

I am thinking of asking my gp doctor for a referral to a pain management specialist but not sure if they really help. I have heard they really push the iv steroid injections in the spine and I don't want to go that route. Do they offer stronger pain meds or other treatments

February 24, 2017
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Members overwhelmingly recommended seeing a pain management specialist, with many describing it as one of the best decisions they made for... Read more

Members overwhelmingly recommended seeing a pain management specialist, with many describing it as one of the best decisions they made for managing chronic pain, though experiences varied widely. Several members shared that pain clinics typically follow a structured protocol starting with a consultation and trying non-invasive treatments before considering spinal injections, and that specialists can prescribe muscle relaxers, pain medications, and alternative therapies like Botox, nerve ablation, or pain management classes. A recurring theme was the importance of clearly communicating your concerns and treatment preferences during the initial consultation, advocating for yourself if injections aren't the right fit, and recognizing that while some members found relief from spinal injections, others had negative reactions or no benefit at all.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Going to a pain specialist at the pain clinic was the best thing I ever did.

February 24, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member Oh glad the cortisone helped you. It was disastrous for me, triggering a massive fibro flare for 3 months, plus other problems and made the pain worse. Guess we're all different.

February 25, 2017 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

I was referred to one, very sympathetic man but he just referred me to a physio who inturn inflicted extreme pain. This is just my experience, every doctor is different. Some good others not so much, best to judge from your own experience with a consultation. He may be able to help you. ☺

February 25, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I would discuss this with your GP first and then if you do get a referral I would ask that the first appointment be a consultation where you can discuss your concerns. If you are not happy then I wouldn't go through with the injections or else try one and see what happens. I tried the injections in my back but they couldn't get into the area so they had to give up and I had surgery.

February 25, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

@Dawnie167- hi, I have them done at the surgery center with anesthesia because it can take up to 10 minutes with the types of injections. Maybe that can be done for you too so you don't suffer🌹

February 25, 2017

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