wildyard

I know and understand that people are just caring and concerned, and I appreciate that. I am never upset with them and always gracious for their concern. It just makes me embarassed and uncomfortable to be the focus of that kind of attention, I guess.

IBQUILTIN

Try using the Cobroxin oral spray. Use it 3 or 4 times a day for the first week, then only as needed. Stops the pain at the nerve leve. I think even WalMart is carrying it now

quilts4charity

I sometimes talk to my Dr. and get him to give me a shot of torridal (At least I think that's what it's called) before I venture off. Mostly just try to relax and have a good time, I usually have to do a LOT of resting when I get home but it's so worth it!!!!

Pam H

My friend/neighbor with fibro went on our quilt retreat last spring. She was the first to sign up for a massage. She did take a lot of breaks and a couple of naps but seemed to get along fine. She is going again to one next month. It is only about 4 miles from our homes so we both go home to sleep. She is in her 70's.
Another friend who suffers terribly has prescription sleeping pills. Her doctor thinks sleep is the most important thing to help with the pain.