Only by the Grace of God, I suppose, have I not experienced debilitating pain and had to depend upon an addictive pain medication to cope. In 66 years, I've probably taken no more than 10 prescribed pain pills. Ice, heat, balms and ibuprofen have provided just enough relief for me to get by. I was never willing to take a chance on addiction.
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Only by the Grace of God, I suppose, have I not experienced debilitating pain and had to depend upon an addictive pain medication to cope. In 66 years, I've probably taken no more than 10 prescribed pain pills. Ice, heat, balms and ibuprofen have provided just enough relief for me to get by. I was never willing to take a chance on addiction.
sseelhoff
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You and me both. I avoid prescription medications and drugs of all types. Even after knee surgery, I opted for over the counter ibuprofen over the prescription hydrocodone. I took one hydro and said nope. Impairment is not for me. I would rather take the edge off the pain and gut it out.
I do enjoy the occasional beer, mostly after a long day in the sun in the Texas heat, but never more than two in a day, or the occasional glass of wine with dinner in the winter.
Dadnatron
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My personal rule has always been... "If I think I NEED a drink... I will NEVER drink one." I only drink occasionally, and then usually limit of 2. I don't like the 'drunk' feeling, but know enough that I don't like the 'day after' feeling even more.
Its kept me in good stead for 40yrs. I wasn't at risk below the age of 10. heh
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"In 2014, the VA said it issued 1.7 million prescriptions for opioids to 443,000 vets to be taken at home."
"More than 50 percent of all veterans enrolled and receiving care at VHA (Veterans Health Administration) are affected by chronic pain, which is a much higher rate than in the general population, said a 2014 VA report. Veterans who suffer from chronic pain also experience much higher rates of other co-morbidities (post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, traumatic brain injury,) and socioeconomic dynamics (disability, joblessness) that may contribute to the challenges of pain management when treated by opioids."
"More than 50 percent of all veterans enrolled and receiving care at VHA (Veterans Health Administration) are affected by chronic pain, which is a much higher rate than in the general population, said a 2014 VA report. Veterans who suffer from chronic pain also experience much higher rates of other co-morbidities (post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, traumatic brain injury,) and socioeconomic dynamics (disability, joblessness) that may contribute to the challenges of pain management when treated by opioids."
Hahahaha. I tried an Alaskan Amber the other day because I hadn't had a beer in several years and I about gagged. Gonna save the beer for beer batter for halibut.
I enjoy a shot of Bailey's or Carolan's in my after-dinner coffee and that's it.
To many ibuprofen aren't good for you so I try to take as few as possible. I would like to try CBD oil for aches and pains, one of these days.
sseelhoff
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I have read about CBD oil before, and has been raised in this thread. I would be interested to try it, and my wive, who has RA, could probably benefit, too.
My Father was a RA guinea pig for over 20 years. They even tried gold shots for his joints. What a farce. His pain was immense and I only wish they could have taken his pain away. I'll bet that the CBD Oil could have helped had it been available.
sseelhoff
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My wife just started Xeljanz. It's the best she's felt in YEARS. And she's tried about everything.
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I love trying different micro brews.........use CBD oil on my good knee on occasion.........enjoy a good whiskey once in awhile.......popped 3 Aleve every 8 hrs. after my recent knee replacement for pain.........like to drive my tractor.........and love my wife and dogs.........am I abnormal? :laughing:
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