I would absolutely love a synthetic spine. I'm 36 and my back is just miserable.
It would be one thing if it consistently got relief from something, but it's a constant shell game. Will heat help today? Will ibuprofen work this afternoon? Is PT going to help this time or make me feel terrible?
It's just a terrible process to go through and makes me want to go around telling everyone to sit up straight, stand more and do core exercises.
I'm in a similar situation. I've tried various injections and procedures....Thus far, the only thing that has helped is a combination of Meloxicam 2x per day(with tylenol) and Duloxetine 1x per day. Be aware that the Duloxetine is actually an antidepressant and just "happens to help with arthritis", so you may experience other side effects. I deal with some mild sexual dysfunction, but....it actually kind of made my sex life better anyway....So....maybe talk with your doctor?
I currently take Effexor and Lyrica. At least it has helped with those really sharp, take-your-breath-away shooting pains that you get when you sit or stand the wrong way.
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u/Iorcrath 1d ago
after age 40 i would 100% take a break from my back though...