As someone who suffers from chronic neuropathic pain, I am always on the lookout for promising research. At this point I feel like I can deal with paralysis- but the pain is far more debilitating.
Neuropathic pain is extremely difficult to treat and I feel like I have tried most drugs, usually with side effects that reduce my ability to function properly, so not really worth it-plus they don't relieve the pain. I've been on gabapentin for 5 years now so my body is used to the effects of the drug. I know it is reducing my pain levels only because when I am late taking it, my pain level increases. I've decided that, for now, I am going to make a commitment to practice mindful meditation regularly as a way to decrease pain- along with my gabapentin. I'd love to not take any drugs, but if there is something that could improve the quality of life for me and countless others, I would be on board, in a heartbeat.
Drug may reduce chronic pain for spinal cord injuries - The Almagest
Monday, December 23, 2013
Monday, December 9, 2013
The Disability Treaty
I found this Op-Ed piece in the LATIMES today written by Mathew Reeve, Christopher Reeve's son. It is an important reminder that the Senate needs to ratify this important treaty to ensure equal treatment of people with disabilities globally. Read on!
Honoring Christopher Reeve's Legacy
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