Is Lidoderm (lidocaine 5% patches) effective at controlling RSD pain? From Monday to Friday when I am most active, I apply small pieces of lidocaine patches on my left knee, where my RSD pain is worst.
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07-26-2003, 08:58 PM
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zim
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Location: bay area, california
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hello,
my pain mangmt doc pescribed the same patches in the begining. in my experience they did not help. but a lot of info i have read on-line says that they do help. i guess everyone reacts different. well good luck to you. hope your pain isn't too bad today.
zim
07-26-2003, 09:42 PM
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zim
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hello i was given the same patches in the begining but they didn't help me. everyone reacts diffrent to meds so don't give up on them they may work for you. i have read a lot of info saying that they are a helpful treatment. good luck and hope your pain is not too bad today.
zim
oops! sorry this shoed up twice i am having problems with my comp. oops!
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07-27-2003, 03:07 AM
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Horsie Nutt
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Hi babydoll, I use the patches at night when I (try to) sleep. They help a little sometimes. They seem to take the edge off slightly.
Zim, I wish they had worked for you. Every little bit counts.