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MarkD
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 Posted - 09/26/2011 : 11:58:59
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I am a patient of Dr. Sarno. I am experiencing a severe pain reoccurance. The best description is sciatica, which Dr. sarno laughs at. My left leg is numb and I cannot walk without having to stop and squat down or take a seat (if one is available).
I know this is TMS, but I am having a real problem shaking this pain.
Does anyone think that I should give Dr. Schubiner's online course a try?
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art
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Posted - 09/26/2011 : 13:06:57
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| I'm guessing that while you objectively realize your pain is likely TMS, you're not buying it emotionally. Until you stop worrying, it's going to be an uphill battle. |
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bryan3000
USA
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Posted - 09/26/2011 : 14:15:41
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I haven't tried his course yet. (Seeing a TMS therapist soon.) But, I know someone who has and loved it. The book is much cheaper and also comes highly recommended.
I just bought "The Divided Mind" on audio-book to listen to, as well. (Sarno.) I think that's worth buying... and listening to, repeatedly.
I just ordered "The Presence Process," so I have a book to get through. But, Schubiner's book will be next for me. I want to meet with my TMS therapist first, though... to see what he recommends.
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-1/2010 - Developed chronic sinus problems. ENTs/Docs can't find anything
-5/29/2010 - Doc gives cocktail of allergy meds which induces first ever panic attack/anxiety.
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2/1/2011 - Began Xanax taper - Withdrawal starts - full body chaos
-6/11/2011 - Last dose of Xanax. Physical/emotional chaos continues for several months.
-Now: Taking it day by day, looking for real answers and ways to heal myself without medical poison. |
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jjh2go
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Posted - 09/26/2011 : 18:12:22
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I think Dr. Schubiner's course is well worth the money, time and effort. He gives some tools that you don't get anywhere else. I have a severe enough case of TMS that his course hasn't been enough. I've been seeing a therapist.
Since you are a patient of Dr. Sarno, I'm surprised you aren't going back to him for another consultation, and maybe seeing one of his therapists if necessary. I wish that option was available for me. |
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walnut864
94 Posts |
Posted - 09/26/2011 : 21:46:47
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if you cant afford to take schubiners course then you can purchase his book for 25 bucks. its called unlearn your pain.
i believe bryan3000 is referring to me. i love his book. i love dr schubiner. he is a truly magnificent person!
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tennis tom
USA
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Posted - 09/27/2011 : 00:38:20
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Originally posted by MarkD
I am a patient of Dr. Sarno. I am experiencing a severe pain reoccurance. The best description is sciatica, which Dr. sarno laughs at.
Have you seen Dr. Sarno for this recurrence? If so, what has he recommended that you should do? Has he prescribed any pain-killers?
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TAKE THE HOLMES-RAHE STRESS TEST
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holmes_and_Rahe_stress_scale
Some of my favorite excerpts from _THE DIVIDED MIND_ :
http://www.tmshelp.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=2605
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"It is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society." Jiddu Krishnamurti
"Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional." Author Unknown
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mala
Hong Kong
774 Posts |
Posted - 09/27/2011 : 05:51:13
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Why don't you try the free structured education program on TMS Wiki. It is very good & follows a daily plan on what to do, how to think, journal etc. Very coherent & well put together by people who have suffered from TMS & also many contributions by people in the medical field including Dr. Schubiner.
Good Luck & Good Health
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Ophelia
France
38 Posts |
Posted - 09/27/2011 : 11:19:28
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This is my first post but as a fellow sciatica sufferer for 3 years and having read all Dr. Sarno's books, I loved the idea that he laughed
at sciatica, and find it immensely reassuring, i am also ploughing through Dr. Schubiner's book, he too is a wonderful man, you are beyond lucky to have TMS doctors where you are absolutely nothing even vaguely resembling them exist in France! Good luck to all of us |
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MarkD
41 Posts |
Posted - 09/28/2011 : 13:06:26
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Tom,
Yes, he and I spoke. He prescribed vicodin.
He assured me that this is TMS. |
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tennis tom
USA
4749 Posts |
Posted - 09/28/2011 : 17:08:08
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| Cool, thanks Mark, I've got some vicodin left over from a couple of procedures that I've been mildly playing around with for my hip. |
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MarkD
41 Posts |
Posted - 10/24/2011 : 12:15:14
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Just checking in. Its been about two months since my intial bout with sciatica or otherwise known as TMS.
My foot is still numb and that scares me. I know that there is nothing wrong with me, but it still makes me a little apprehensive.
Otherwise, I am off the vicodin and using tylenol. I know that is a good thing. I am not walking real far but I am functioning.
I can usually beat TMS very quickly but this has been a nightmare. Loss of sleep. Pain in both legs. muscle spasms.
I come to this website to get advice so if anyone has anything, please fire away. I am trying avoid an epidural. I know that is not an option with Sarno, but I can't shake the fact that it may help me. |
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chopper72
USA
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Posted - 10/25/2011 : 06:46:15
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