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Suggest Treatment For Back Pain After Harrington Rod Fusion

Hi, my name is Rhonda. I had double Harrington rod fusion in 1975. I had an extreme s curvature. I never had pain until 10 years ago. I was on strong narcotics pain meds for most of those years. I went cold turkey off the meds. Now I hurt all over all the time. Is their an answer for my pain?
Mon, 10 Nov 2014
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Hi welcome to health care magic. After going your problem my opinion is that you are suffering from compressive neuropathy. You can take analgesics and vitamin B12. Consult orthopaedician and have an x ray and ct scan done . Take rest, hot fomentation , avoid posture and activity aggravating pain. Hope your query get solved. Welcome for further queries.
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Suggest Treatment For Back Pain After Harrington Rod Fusion

Hi welcome to health care magic. After going your problem my opinion is that you are suffering from compressive neuropathy. You can take analgesics and vitamin B12. Consult orthopaedician and have an x ray and ct scan done . Take rest, hot fomentation , avoid posture and activity aggravating pain. Hope your query get solved. Welcome for further queries.