Re: I'm curious too!

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Posted by Larry on October 13, 2000 at 15:17:23:

In Reply to: Re: I'm curious too! posted by Carole on October 12, 2000 at 21:51:25:

Hi,

I have a pamplet from my doctor entitled "Trigger Point Injections for the Treatment of Head and Facial Pain". I will quote some of the info on Sarapin for those that are interested.

Sarapin is a naturally occurring medication that stimulates the healing of unhealthy muscle cells by replacing them with normal healthy cells. The purpose of this procedure is not just to reduce pain, but to bring about healing of damaged structures. In some cases, ligaments, tendons or nerves are injected when these are believed to be the primary sources of pain. The procedure is carried out by spraying the skin with a special coolant spray to make the area numb for a few seconds. While the area is numb, a very tiny needle is used to bring the medication to the appropriate muscle or structure. While most patients do not require injections, the vast majority who do, are thrillled with the improvement which usually follows within a few hours to a couple of weeks. Since the purpose of this procedure is to bring about the healing of tissue and not just to mask the pain, as generally occurs with pain medications, we do not plan on repeating muscle injections unless a clear need arises.

I hope this helps a little. I had the right side of my face/neck/back injected on Tuesday and the left side on Thursday. I will keep you guys updated.

Larry

: : : : Does anyone have any experience with these? My doctor who specializes in TMJ disorders is recommending that I get them.
: : : Hi Larry...What kind of drug is Sarapin? I get Bo-tox injections to paralyze my spasming facial muscles that lasts 6 months. I know others that get Lidocaine injections that are painful and only last a few hours. If Sarapin is a steroid, I would avoid it. There are studies that link steroid injections to degenerative joint disease. Take care...Carole

: : Larry & Carole,

: : If you find out what Sarapin injections are, please post back on the board. I take Flexaril, and sometimes Darvocet for the pain, and on some days, neither is enough to kill the pain. I've often wanted to go to the ER for a shot of Novacaine in my jaw area, at least to get some temporary relief. Have never done it, though. Do either of you use heat packs? They can help, somewhat, temporarily. I'll be anxiously checking the board for either of you to reply. I'm willing to try anything SHORT of surgery!
: Hi Victoria..Heat does help! I like to use my hot tub too. I have not had them, but I have heard that the novicaine shots in the joint are rather painful and don't last very long. But if you are desperate, it's better than nothing. Steer clear of surgery except in the most hopeless situations. Have you ever checked out TMJD.COM?? LOTS of good info and people. Any treatment you think of had been tried by someone there. Nice to "meet" you and maybe I will see you on the other site! Carole

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: Hi, : I have a pamplet from my doctor entitled "Trigger Point Injections for the Treatment of Head and Facial Pain". I will quote some of the info on Sarapin for those that are interested. : Sarapin is a naturally occurring medication that stimulates the healing of unhealthy muscle cells by replacing them with normal healthy cells. The purpose of this procedure is not just to reduce pain, but to bring about healing of damaged structures. In some cases, ligaments, tendons or nerves are injected when these are believed to be the primary sources of pain. The procedure is carried out by spraying the skin with a special coolant spray to make the area numb for a few seconds. While the area is numb, a very tiny needle is used to bring the medication to the appropriate muscle or structure. While most patients do not require injections, the vast majority who do, are thrillled with the improvement which usually follows within a few hours to a couple of weeks. Since the purpose of this procedure is to bring about the healing of tissue and not just to mask the pain, as generally occurs with pain medications, we do not plan on repeating muscle injections unless a clear need arises. : I hope this helps a little. I had the right side of my face/neck/back injected on Tuesday and the left side on Thursday. I will keep you guys updated. : Larry : : : : : Does anyone have any experience with these? My doctor who specializes in TMJ disorders is recommending that I get them. : : : : Hi Larry...What kind of drug is Sarapin? I get Bo-tox injections to paralyze my spasming facial muscles that lasts 6 months. I know others that get Lidocaine injections that are painful and only last a few hours. If Sarapin is a steroid, I would avoid it. There are studies that link steroid injections to degenerative joint disease. Take care...Carole : : : Larry & Carole, : : : If you find out what Sarapin injections are, please post back on the board. I take Flexaril, and sometimes Darvocet for the pain, and on some days, neither is enough to kill the pain. I've often wanted to go to the ER for a shot of Novacaine in my jaw area, at least to get some temporary relief. Have never done it, though. Do either of you use heat packs? They can help, somewhat, temporarily. I'll be anxiously checking the board for either of you to reply. I'm willing to try anything SHORT of surgery! : : Hi Victoria..Heat does help! I like to use my hot tub too. I have not had them, but I have heard that the novicaine shots in the joint are rather painful and don't last very long. But if you are desperate, it's better than nothing. Steer clear of surgery except in the most hopeless situations. Have you ever checked out TMJD.COM?? LOTS of good info and people. Any treatment you think of had been tried by someone there. Nice to "meet" you and maybe I will see you on the other site! Carole