Hi Avis,
Unfortunately, I don't feel any improvement from the nerve block at L4-L5. I actually feel a little more pain than usual in my leg. I did some internet research last night and it appears that the selective nerve root block is primarily used as a diagnostic test. It if works, then they know exactly the location of the pain. If it doesn't work, I don't know what Dr. Rand will do next. I was told there is narrowing in two places, so maybe he will want to do a nerve root block at L5-S1 next. I am to call him next week to let him know how I feel. At least, my neck is starting to feel better so that is a plus, because that pain was horrible.
I haven't had any problem with Nicola yet, but I think you hit the nail on the head last year when you thought they needed another person in the office, because Nicola seemed a little harried when I was in there last week.
Thanks everyone for your well wishes. Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!
Sally
Unfortunately, I don't feel any improvement from the nerve block at L4-L5. I actually feel a little more pain than usual in my leg. I did some internet research last night and it appears that the selective nerve root block is primarily used as a diagnostic test. It if works, then they know exactly the location of the pain. If it doesn't work, I don't know what Dr. Rand will do next. I was told there is narrowing in two places, so maybe he will want to do a nerve root block at L5-S1 next. I am to call him next week to let him know how I feel. At least, my neck is starting to feel better so that is a plus, because that pain was horrible.
I haven't had any problem with Nicola yet, but I think you hit the nail on the head last year when you thought they needed another person in the office, because Nicola seemed a little harried when I was in there last week.
Thanks everyone for your well wishes. Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!
Sally
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