SpineNation Group - Mental Health & Chronic Pain

grandmapat1963

3m

Hi everyone! I'm so happy to have a place to go where other people can understand what I'm going through. I have osteoarthritis and have had 5 surgeries on my thumbs and am 6 weeks post-op 2 level cervical disc fusion. My neck "is shot" and so the decision was made to fuse the 2 worst discs.

I also battle MDD and an anxiety disorder. I was also forced to quit my part-time job after 12-1/2 years so I'm kind of struggling. I am 58 years old and will have to find some sort of part-time job eventually, but the thought of it has me shaking like a leaf. I have come to the realization that this chronic pain is here to stay and like I said, I'm struggling.

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BackerKelly

4m

@Mathushek, welcome to the group and our community. We are glad to have you here. We believe these support groups are excellent resources for our community members. Please let us know if you have any questions at all. We are here to help however we can. Also, feel free to introduce yourself if you would like. You are not alone!

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Group Description

For those living with anxiety and depression which may be exacerbated by their chronic pain.

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Mental Health & Chronic Pain

grandmapat1963

3m

BackerKelly

4m

Group Description

Group Rules

Be Kind & Courteous

No Hate Speech or Bullying

No Unsolicited Advice

No Promotions or Spam

Respect Everyone's Privacy

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