Rob,
I had extreme nerve damage and pain after my 3 level Prodisc. I started on Neurontin in the hospital eventually taking 2700mg daily. Several months ago, because of Neurontin's side effects, I switched to Lyrica, settling on 300mg. I found the side effects too difficult and my pm suggested accupunture which surprisingly worked great. I am now off of Lyrica, pain meds and muscle relaxers. For me, getting off the Lyrica was very difficult, even though I did it slowly. My stomache is still in knots though I am no longer dizzy or nauseous. The pain I am left with will hopefully be taken care of when I resume my accupunture. The next step is getting off of anti-inflams.
I agree with Maria that a pain management specialist might be a good choice in treating your pain. That's what they do.
Dale
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3 level Prodisc adr S1-L3, Oct 12, 2005
Dr. B in Bogen, Germany
Severe nerve damage in left leg, still working on it
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