I have an dilaudid pain pump surgically implanted under the skin of my hip. Could I use your product? No problems with MRI's.
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I am not exactly sure what a dilaudid pain pump is...but found this info in the manual: "If you have a cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, or other implanted metallic or electronic device...do not use this unit". You might want to ask your doctor about using a TENS unit. If you have a pain pump, I assume you have chronic pain. TENS units work best on acute pain which is not serious as chronic pain. I am sorry you have so much pain & hope the pump is helping.
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Discuss this with your doctor, he should be able to provide you the best information.
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I am not a doctor, or even a knowledgeable user of the pain relief pro. I do know this: Most of its 'manual' says not to use it under a host of conditions. I was so freaked by the time I finished reading the 'Read This First' information, I had doubts whether I should use it at all. Since you have a pain pump, and I'm assuming it is electronic, I'd take a guess it could come in conflict with something like the Omron Pain Relief Pro. I have been experiencing minor back pain. The OPRP seemed to deal with that fairly well. I would guess you have significant pain. I'm not sure the OPRP is up to helping with that. I defer to Lynn's answer. Don't use this with the pain pump you already have. I am not a doctor, or even a knowledgeable user of the pain relief pro. I do know this: Most of its 'manual' says not to use it under a host of conditions. I was so freaked by the time I finished reading the 'Read This First' information, I had doubts whether I should use it at all. Since you have a pain pump, and I'm assuming it is electronic, I'd take a guess it could come in conflict with something like the Omron Pain Relief Pro. I have been experiencing minor back pain. The OPRP seemed to deal with that fairly well. I would guess you have significant pain. I'm not sure the OPRP is up to... » Read More I am not a doctor, or even a knowledgeable user of the pain relief pro. I do know this: Most of its 'manual' says not to use it under a host of conditions. I was so freaked by the time I finished reading the 'Read This First' information, I had doubts whether I should use it at all. Since you have a pain pump, and I'm assuming it is electronic, I'd take a guess it could come in conflict with something like the Omron Pain Relief Pro. I have been experiencing minor back pain. The OPRP seemed to deal with that fairly well. I would guess you have significant pain. I'm not sure the OPRP is up to helping with that. I defer to Lynn's answer. Don't use this with the pain pump you already have. « Show Less
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Marguerite, surgery is always one of those things you need to run by your doctor I think....the only thing I can share is that I have degenerated discs in my lower back and had a LOT of pain but using this as directed, I have found my pain to be almost non existent most of the time. This cream works on inflammation and does a superb job of helping with pain....but again, I defer to your doctor's suggestion. Hope you find something to help you - this has been a wonder product for me.
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I urge you to not use the Platex Nursing Necessities breast pump. If you need further reasons why I would be glad to tell you in email and show you proof of how terrible it can damage your body. I am not sure about how to convert your bottles. I just wanted to give my two cents about Playtex. KristenKristensutra@yahoo.com
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Yes, this foam mattress would provide some cushioning for your hip, however, I would recommend that you look for an organic mattress pad rather than a memory foam pad. Memory foam is very toxic, and I'm sure there are other alternatives.
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Yes I have been giving it to my lab and I am hoping it will leliniate the hip problem. I have lost 2 dogs at an early age. They were not on Missing Link.
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It would depend on how you use it, i think. If you put it between your legs it would help, but if you put it under your back then I think it makes hip pain worse because it throws your back out of alignment.
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Please seek medical professional care. This product may not work well for you.
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because i've never had a problem with my hips aching, i couldn't say if this this product would help you in that area. i purchased this product for lower back/lumbar support and it does help me in that area.
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No problem. My wife and I, both in out 80s, have 2 of them because we both have bad backs and double knee replacements. They save us a lot of pain, and are easy to use. The magnet helps too.
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While I am not a doctor so am not qualified to give advice about healthcase, I would think that as long as there are no sutures between your spine and the unit, and your spine has not been modified in any way (it is still able to move in a natural way, then I would think that this usit could be of value for holding your spine in the proper shape, hopefully offering some pain relief.
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I'm not a Dr. but I've used this device all over my back area with great results. So long as you can lay it flat and not on a curved area like the top of the shoulder it should work fine. Remember to use lower levels of intenstiy and work up not the other way around because this is electricity, hope this helps, Paul.
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I took the bottle to my doctor before I started taking it. He said he didn't (couldn't) guarantee that it would work, but there was nothing in it that would hurt me or not "play nicely" with my other medications. Both my husband and I take and we noticed a difference in our achy joints and back.
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Similar to Rose Ann's experience above...I have severe osteo arthritis pain in my right hip and also rheumatoid arthritis in my right fingers. (I'm a 76 yr old retired golf professional.) I'm able to personally apply the Penetrex to my hip comfortably, but while I'm awaiting relief from the hip pain I've noticed the pain in my right hand and fingers has been greatly reduced. This cannot be attributed to a placebo because I wasn't even thinking about what was happening in my right finger joints when I was applying the Penetrex to my hip! Go for it!
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I have stenosis and four bulging disks with a ruptured c4. At first I thought it was far to firm. I removed about 3/4 of a quart and now lying on my back my head winks in slightly and my neck is fully supported. So for me, a bit had to be removed. But as it mentions you readd it later so hang on to it. It wasn't much to meet my comfort level but as it's customizable I may tune in over a few nights. You really want to support the neck with even pressure to the head. This looks like it's going to accomplish that well but it may take a couple nights to find the right volume.
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Yes, I think this product would serve you well. It appears the pad on the product does not allow your lotion or medicine to soak into it, so you would not be wasting your prescription having it soaking into the pad. The pad is flat and smooth and I think would make a good applicator for your purpose. Good luck
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Okay, I've tried this three times now and each time I ache afterward. I feel inflammation and joint pain, so there is something in it that is not working for me and it could be those two items. Thank you for posting your comment BnCMama.
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I had a ruptured disc, L4-L5. Surgery removed about 75% of it, it was hyper-extended. Weight loss and exercise pretty well took care of the post surgery ache but every now and it does start again. I tried the IcyHot not really expecting it to work but have been surprised to find that it does. I probably only need it about twice a month but it does help when stretching doesn't.