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TPC_ITGirl replied to the topic 1st Day on Site in the forum Welcome to The Pain Community 5 years, 8 months ago
Welcome, Bobba! I live with sciatica also. As a nurse, I’m sure you already know that every person is different, but I tried everything available and the thing that helped me most was massage and physical therapy. Sadly, what works for one person doesn’t necessarily work for another, but I find it’s a combination of treatments—treating the whole…[Read more]
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TPC_ITGirl replied to the topic What would you say to providers about your pain in the forum General Discussions on Pain 6 years, 6 months ago
I find that explaining what the number means to me and then telling them my number is more helpful — plus also telling them how limited I am in activity.
For example, I’ll say — a kidney stone is a 10, child birth is an 8, a broken bone is a 5-6. I wake up every morning at a 6 or higher and right now, I’m an 8.
For some reason, giving them…[Read more]
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TPC_ITGirl replied to the topic Hi, I am new in the forum Welcome to The Pain Community 6 years, 6 months ago
Welcome Guit30 – I’ve lived with back pain for 16 years now – along with a long list of other conditions. Finding treatments that help and physicians who are willing to take the time to really dig in and help you find the right combination of treatment that will help are definitely challenges. I haven’t had access to medications in many years.…[Read more]
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TPC_ITGirl replied to the topic Hi, I'm Terri/Seeking Advice in the forum Welcome to The Pain Community 6 years, 6 months ago
Hi Terri,
I can definitely relate. I work from home and spend most days by myself – unless you count my kitty. If I don’t have any phone conferences, I can go for days without talking to anyone.
The internet is a great lifeline and TPC provides a safe place that we can all “talk” to each other. The telephone support is great as are the forums…[Read more]
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TPC_ITGirl replied to the topic I'm New Member in the forum Welcome to The Pain Community 6 years, 6 months ago
Hi Jhonsontic,
Lifting up prayers for you. Welcome! I can definitely say that faith is one of the tools in my pain arsenal and so important. One of my other tools is the great group of folks here. Being able to talk to others living with pain who really “get it” is so helpful to me.
I look forward to getting to know you.
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TPC_ITGirl replied to the topic Hi… I'm Richard… in the forum Welcome to The Pain Community 6 years, 6 months ago
Hi Richard,
Welcome!! We’ve got the forums 24/7, plus moderated chats Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 11am EST and regular telephone support.
I host the Friday chats and would love the opportunity to chat with you. I’ve lived with pain for 16 years and have learned so much from the folks here on living my life in a positive and hopeful way.
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TPC_ITGirl replied to the topic Hello All. in the forum Welcome to The Pain Community 6 years, 6 months ago
Hi Tiltnturn – Welcome! I can certainly relate to the dampness issue. I feel like I’ve been beaten up lately. Bad storms here in Georgia on and off for weeks. Feels like riding a roller coaster.
I like your advice on staying positive – and especially about not dwelling on it. My go-to pain “remedy” is complete distraction. If I can keep my mind…[Read more]
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TPC_ITGirl posted an update 9 years, 5 months ago
Updating cool things for the website.
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN and TPC_ITGirl are now friends 9 years, 5 months ago
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Dionetta Hudzinski and TPC_ITGirl are now friends 9 years, 5 months ago
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marinesargeant and TPC_ITGirl are now friends 9 years, 5 months ago
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petmom1 and TPC_ITGirl are now friends 9 years, 5 months ago
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tndrft001 and TPC_ITGirl are now friends 9 years, 5 months ago
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TPC_ITGirl started the topic Live Radio Interview with TPC Board Member – July 31st at 6pm ET in the forum General Discussions on Pain 11 years, 4 months ago
TPC’s board secretary, Micke Brown, will be featured on the World Peace Radio Hour on WXOJFM 103.3 today from 6-7pm ET. You can listen live at http://www.valleyfreeradio.org.
Be sure to read Micke’s blog entitled Healing Option for Pain: Our Beloved Pets.
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TPC_ITGirl replied to the topic instructions on how to use site in the forum General Discussions on Pain 11 years, 4 months ago
Hi Zen,
Thanks for your patience. We’re developing some instructions for everyone. You can help by asking questions as well.
Think for the friend request part of our community as similar to Facebook. When you see someone you want to “friend,” you can send a request by clicking “Add a Friend”. If you’ve already sent a request, then you will see…[Read more]
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TPC_ITGirl changed their profile picture 11 years, 5 months ago