Biofeedback
I stopped letting R&D affect my outlook on life
Feel the pain and do it anyway
Support from family and friends
Pet therapy because even petting an animal can reduce the stress which eases the pain
Walking and going to physio
Doing crafts to occupy my mind
The support of my wife and best friend
My daughter
Knowing that I can have a pain manageable day once in a while
My PMD Dr. L. Rollins is the best, and he's an angel sent from God! Pain Pump, and stimulator too.
My family, even if it is arguing with me and pushing me harder they keep me out of the darkest places.
Medicine
Cleveland Clinic doctors
Don't accept substandard or uninformed medical care. Ask for a real doctor!
Remember to eat based off time, don't wait until you feel hungry
Eating good proteins, fresh fruits & vegetables and not prepackaged foods not only saves on the monthly budget; but also helps reduce sugars and sodium; which can contribute to pain in your joints as one gets older.
Compression Socks (properly fitted)
DIstractions
Eating more natural food and taking supplements have helped me.
Eating more natural food and taking supplements have helped me.
Physical Therapy
Changing my diet helped.
Apap #3
Switching to a strict gluten free diet
Soft everything! Blankets, clothes, etc.
If cold is bad for you, wear layers and multiple layers of socks, helps me with cold and swelling.
Others like myself have been there and fight daily we understand and can be here for you and your family
eating more fresh fruit and vegetables
Interferential machine. This has helped immensely! It's the serious model of a TENS unit.
Stay off as much as possible
Changing my diet and having a good mindset no matter what
My optimism
Prayer. Focus on positive aspects of my life.
Understanding the condition and finding out what can help.
Keep your mind clear of negativity & stress! (Meditation helps)
A cure
My son/grandkids
Spending time in nature either alone or with those I love and my fur babies.
Family, friends, pets and online support groups.
Praying to God for salvation!
Medical Cananbis
Relaxation and group support
Spinal cord stimulator is my greatest hope
coloring
I quit smoking after over 40 years
I quit smoking after over 40 years