Do Muscle Relaxers STOP PAIN? How They Work & Answers To Common Concerns

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  • Do Muscle Relaxers STOP PAIN? How They Work & Answers To Common Concerns
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Komentáře • 253

  • @Sham1r0
    @Sham1r0 Před rokem +9

    These guys are legit amazing human beings and quite frankly best content makers of physiotherapy material. So much knowledge is pushed into their videos, and literally if people followed at least 25% of what Bob and Brad suggests - they would extremely likely walk pain free. Like in this podcast, they called this pharmacists guest to essentially highlight that physiotherapy is the best way to live pain free and not to push medication use without a good reason. I really appreciate this type of honest work.

  • @zuzuspetals9281
    @zuzuspetals9281 Před 3 lety +20

    There’s a difference between acute muscle pain and chronic pain; and between specific pain from an injured muscle like a pulled muscle or overall condition like Fibromyalgia. The relaxers are used for different purposes and therapy as well as chiropractic may or may not help for the medical issue. For my Fibro/IC I need the relaxer so I don’t have to use pain relievers very often. I also use massage therapy, chiropractic and therapy to help my body and mind. So yes, I’m a “lifer” with great doctors.

  • @witchmoon11
    @witchmoon11 Před 3 lety +10

    I'm very appriciative for this video.
    Love you fellas. Thank you. ❤️🙏

  • @orlandobarbie
    @orlandobarbie Před 2 lety +6

    Thank you so much for this video. I was in a car accident and currently have a flare up. I don't like how the medication makes me feel so it's good to know there's other options.

  • @chestercallahan8856
    @chestercallahan8856 Před 3 lety +5

    Great talk guys, some good info as always.

  • @DragynGirl
    @DragynGirl Před 3 lety +41

    What's fun is when you're on these meds for so long the side effects no longer affect you, but the meds still do what they are supposed to. With my MS, chronic sciatica, and herniated disc (L5/S1), I've been on Baclofen for close to 18 years and Zanaflex for at least 10 years. I'm also on a plethora of other meds that are supposed to make you sleepy, but because I've been on them for so long, I no longer get that particular side effect. What I take on a daily basis would probably knock a "normal" person out for days, if not half kill them. Ahhh, the "beauty" of being chronically ill...

    • @harveycaiden8644
      @harveycaiden8644 Před 3 lety

      a trick: watch series on flixzone. Me and my gf have been using it for watching a lot of movies recently.

    • @brendanalijah3747
      @brendanalijah3747 Před 3 lety

      @Harvey Caiden definitely, I have been using flixzone for since november myself :)

    • @jabarimoshe4934
      @jabarimoshe4934 Před 3 lety

      @Harvey Caiden Definitely, been watching on Flixzone for since november myself :)

    • @Charlies_Factory
      @Charlies_Factory Před 2 lety

      How much sclerosis do you have

    • @almasibrahim2211
      @almasibrahim2211 Před rokem +1

      Wow I thought I was alone. Chronic pain does end up increasing the tolerance level of our bodies. And personally I avoid medications due to the fact that they deteriorate the organs on a long term. BUT SEEING UR CMNT CLAIMS A WHOLE NEW LEVEL. IMPRESSIVE

  • @mega23slots
    @mega23slots Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you so much for this information

  • @shelley7069
    @shelley7069 Před 3 lety +13

    Wish I had this information when I herniated 3 lumbar discs and began having muscle spasms in 1992 and could have actually healed. Been through years of PT, acupuncture, TENS, ice, heat, prescriptions, microsurgery, nothing able to get pain below a 5 in 20 years, (and most days is 8) still have muscle spasms and have just accepted that I will always be in pain and will never be whole or functional again.

    • @thehunterofdeath2180
      @thehunterofdeath2180 Před 2 lety +2

      😥😥😥😥😥same here omg

    • @djnemesisuk
      @djnemesisuk Před rokem +3

      I cant even believe that they even try us on those TENS machines. I went crazy at them trying to tell me that a tens machine isnt a glorified muscle contractor. People use them as the lazy way to get mostly abs so the electric makes the muscles contact rather than you do it in the gym. Thats all a tens machine is. Ibtold them they may as well spat in my face giving me that shite for even a try when the thing islts self isnt even actully proved to do anything for pain. And when i say pain i mean real chronic pain. Wste if time and money and horrible for the patient making them wait to try real thingd that work.
      Im bow waitng on baclofen. I have damaged discs in my backz dehydrated ones in my neck. Steriod injections work great because steroids work. But medcial companys wouldnt make money of we got better 1st go.
      Cant wait to try baclofen. Fingers crossed.

    • @beyondthesea663
      @beyondthesea663 Před rokem +1

      I hope you're feeling a bit better these days, Shelly ❤

  • @angelagriese849
    @angelagriese849 Před rokem

    Thank you for this information 🙏 😊!!!! It is needed for so many.

  • @Dave-zl2ky
    @Dave-zl2ky Před rokem +1

    Great stuff, especially this week when I was prescribed a muscle relaxer and physical therapy.

  • @noradepaola9971
    @noradepaola9971 Před 3 lety +10

    I took Soma when the spasms would start in my back, and it helped.

    • @pursedelighted
      @pursedelighted Před 2 měsíci

      I used be on it all it did was make me sleep.

  • @HighTen_Melanie
    @HighTen_Melanie Před 3 lety +4

    I have a spinal cord injury and fibromyalgia and use baclofen for preventing and treating painful spasms.

  • @Gemashke
    @Gemashke Před 11 měsíci

    Excellent video...thanks for the great information!

  • @sknight2149
    @sknight2149 Před 3 lety +10

    Ideally, physical therapy SHOULD be the go to method for relief from muscle spasms and injury but our fast paced society does not allow a person to take the time need to allow the body to repair. Therefore the quick fix pharmaceutical is employed to facilitate a person to keep moving and productions. It’s a conundrum. Unfortunately perpetuation of quick fix drugs (that aren’t a real fix) is profitable for several industries. End result? An entire population of walking wounded.

    • @aphill2208
      @aphill2208 Před 2 lety +1

      So eloquently put! Made me really think
      Thank you!!!

  • @FantasticExplorers
    @FantasticExplorers Před 3 lety +13

    "THAT'S NOT FUNNY...
    ...
    ...but it makes me laugh."
    -Brad

  • @4partmedia
    @4partmedia Před 7 měsíci +1

    Love yall dudes. Great information all in all.

  • @liltsummerlin423
    @liltsummerlin423 Před 3 lety +16

    Been taking them for years for Neck tension, muscle knots and esophageal spasms.. too many stomach issues to take any type pain killer

    • @tyanag9938
      @tyanag9938 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Have you found anything that works? I have neck tension ans muscle knots on my traps. I've only been given muscle relaxers (they do nothing), and PT. PT only makes the pain go away for a little

    • @liltsummerlin423
      @liltsummerlin423 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@tyanag9938 the only thing I do during the daytime for the pain is rest periods and stretches that I found very helpful here on CZcams. But at night when it's sleepy time I won't sleep because I can't relax My shoulders and just hurts to turn or get comfortable. So that's when I take my muscle relaxer pretty much it's just that I can relax enough to sleep. Tylenol is the only pain medicine that I take because of my stomach problems and I can't really take much of that at all. I wished I had a better answer for you but really look into the stretches on here because they do work surprisingly!

  • @shudnadunat1476
    @shudnadunat1476 Před 2 lety +1

    It helps my cluster headaches.

  • @ediebehnke2059
    @ediebehnke2059 Před 3 lety +3

    They helped me. Stops spasms big time. Got them from a Reclast infusion for your bones. Only thing that helped.

  • @tinalindsey1598
    @tinalindsey1598 Před 3 lety +19

    I've done physical therapy. It's great while you're doing it. Afterwards, the pain comes back.

    • @FantasticExplorers
      @FantasticExplorers Před 3 lety

      @Rottie Bull good point

    • @kathyclark3168
      @kathyclark3168 Před 3 lety +2

      Agree to a point. I found doing decompression treatments and TINS kept it under control. Hate pills

    • @nocoastoutdoors4793
      @nocoastoutdoors4793 Před 3 lety +10

      Disagree. That's how muscle relaxants are in my experience-- effective while you're on them, but the day after you stop taking them, you're down again. Physical therapy takes commitment, but will eventually get you healed. They have it right in this video-- drugs to get you functioning when you're in the worst of it, physical therapy to get you healed up.

    • @SweetStuffOnMonarchLane
      @SweetStuffOnMonarchLane Před 3 lety +9

      You have to CONTINUE to do what they have taught you for the rest of your life or the weakness and pain WILL come back.

  • @kritykraftz
    @kritykraftz Před 3 lety +9

    I have Cyclobenzaprine. It will knock me out for two days. Even half the pill. So I only use it if I have over exerted myself. Physical therapy is my best friend. I have Fibromyalgia. The exercises help me function.

    • @ladyp7361
      @ladyp7361 Před 2 lety

      Thanks you just help me figure out why I cant wake up doc gave me cyclobenzaprine i took it yesterday it knock me out all day today

    • @ladyp7361
      @ladyp7361 Před 2 lety

      Thanks you just help me figure out why I cant wake up doc gave me cyclobenzaprine i took it yesterday it knock me out all day today

    • @mongogojjo5944
      @mongogojjo5944 Před 2 lety

      I took 5 mgs once for a buzz, because I'm a user of alcohol and opioids (AKA I like downers), and it was the worst idea I ever made. you feel like shit for the entire next day after and even that's still not nearly as bad as how you feel while on it. it's like a shitty benadryl buzz mixed In with a low dose of Dextromethorphan (over the counter drugs that I abused as a teen), I will stick with my alcohol and opioids...they ruin me but at least I feel good while they ruin me. This cyclobenzaprine stuff seems like it not only has the potential to totally ruin a person but you won't even enjoy being on it. so much better ideas for muscle relaxation.

  • @lloydfrancis9149
    @lloydfrancis9149 Před 2 lety

    Thanks so much

  • @lonecynner3257
    @lonecynner3257 Před 3 lety +3

    I have osteoarthritis in both knees but the right side is in constant pain whether sitting, standing, walking and even while I'm asleep. I can go to the doctor, run errands, or go to the store and when I get home, my muscles will be so sore and I will catch bad cramps while sleeping and during waking hours the next day. I drink tons of water and take magnesium so I know I'm not dehydrated. But I will take a muscle spasm pill (methocarbomal) to relax the muscles and try to reduce the chance of having cramping in my legs, feet and sometimes back.

    • @myrticehyde1858
      @myrticehyde1858 Před 3 lety

      My Mom’s left knee is bone on bone and pinching the nerves really bad. Tylenol helps to a certain degree but we would like to figure out a better solution

  • @shelberz1
    @shelberz1 Před 3 lety

    Thank you

  • @susanmercurio1060
    @susanmercurio1060 Před 3 lety +13

    The only thing muscle relaxers ever did for me was to tranquilize me. They didn't do a d*** thing for my muscles.

    • @beautifulone6663
      @beautifulone6663 Před 3 lety +1

      Me to, I took one for my first time at 31 years old two days ago and let me tell u I popped it and within 30 mins to a hour I was walking into the hallway and passed out my brother picked me up and I was out for hours then woke up like wtf and I'm a high cannabis consumer so this shi right here is no joke I have the 10 mg cycleobenzapr

    • @kandicewright-lm8ym
      @kandicewright-lm8ym Před 2 měsíci

      I agree , it seems as though they made the muscles in more pain, I haven’t felt comfortable ever since the injection of Toradol, I’m being waken up out my sleep early morning trying to massage the pain away but it doesn’t help at all. It’s going on two weeks now. I believe I just only need a strong pain medication

    • @pandapower3076
      @pandapower3076 Před měsícem

      ​@@kandicewright-lm8ym Toradol isn't a muscle relaxer. It's a NSAID

  • @MarcKlark
    @MarcKlark Před 2 lety +49

    They don't stop pain. Why won't they prescribe pain killers ? And Ibuprofen and Tylenol is useless for severe pain.

    • @julietteSoul
      @julietteSoul Před rokem +1

      Pain killers? Do you mean opiates?

    • @thuandao4243
      @thuandao4243 Před rokem +8

      Any opioids pain meds , eventually your body builds tolerance, almost ineffective for me now…but there aren’t many options after max dosage allows….withdrawals pain is just as excruciating . So don’t bother to increase dosages 😢.

    • @LydiaStarz
      @LydiaStarz Před rokem +7

      I just need a short term get-out-of-pain so i know i can breathe! I have never abused opiates! I stay home, dont drive or work! I am the perfect candidate for opiates!

    • @EC-yd9yv
      @EC-yd9yv Před rokem +5

      @@LydiaStarz i hear you.. i am in same mode years..its inhumane!!! 💙🙏✨

    • @Suejones7628
      @Suejones7628 Před rokem

      @@LydiaStarz The don’t allow pain killers but allow enough fentynal over the border to kill every person in the US multiple times over. Not to mention they are now combining in fentynal a drug that makes NARCAN not work.

  • @ancal7573
    @ancal7573 Před 3 lety +8

    I take flexiril, Ive taken it off and on for 7 years. I hope one day I won’t have to.

    • @Jonathan_Douglas
      @Jonathan_Douglas Před 2 lety +1

      I switched to Tizanidine it works better but makes me way more tired so idk if it's worth it

  • @dogdonut3
    @dogdonut3 Před 3 lety +20

    I was prescribed muscle relaxants for fibromyalgia caused by the trauma of a c-section. I hated them. I was so sleepy. Being half asleep all day doesn't work with 4 kids!
    I went to a chiropractor and he helped realign my neck and back. Then an occupational therapist who helped me with myofacial release. I started an exercise program with stretching geared toward fibromyalgia.
    21 years later I still have fibro. I still have pain. But I am able to go through life without muscle relaxants, or prescription pain meds (so far).
    My advice is always to try all the other modalities and therapies before the pills. No shame in using them, but they just come with their own problems.

    • @thehunterofdeath2180
      @thehunterofdeath2180 Před 2 lety +1

      Facts

    • @boostmobile5326
      @boostmobile5326 Před rokem +1

      Thank You for sharing your experience. When I tried to get as much therapy as I possibly can, my public aid insurance refused to pay for my extended therapy.

    • @dogdonut3
      @dogdonut3 Před rokem

      @@boostmobile5326 That can be a huge problem. I'm sorry you went through that.
      I was really happy that my chiropractor offered a cash (no insurance) fee that was cheaper. Not all services do that.

  • @nobattles4322
    @nobattles4322 Před 3 lety +18

    I take tizanidine 4 mg my shoulders tense insanely. This med relaxes me so I can sleep really well. I'm 60. I've been on it for 5 years.

    • @djkk464
      @djkk464 Před 3 lety +1

      Amen brother

    • @FantasticExplorers
      @FantasticExplorers Před 3 lety +1

      I love your profile picture! 😍

    • @nobattles4322
      @nobattles4322 Před 3 lety

      @@FantasticExplorers thanks loved the show and it helps avoid comments about my real appearance.

    • @jennyaldrich7456
      @jennyaldrich7456 Před 3 lety +1

      I take cyclobenzophine and it does not help at all.

    • @nobattles4322
      @nobattles4322 Před 3 lety

      @The S Word if you're referring to cbd oil it doesn't help

  • @GenX.Bigfoot
    @GenX.Bigfoot Před 3 lety +18

    I don't take them unless I'm in big pain. They make you tired into the next day...I just want to stay in bed.

    • @pursedelighted8313
      @pursedelighted8313 Před 2 lety

      I read.that robaxin causes less sleepiness but it upsets my stomach

  • @kurrves
    @kurrves Před rokem +3

    first week on muscle relaxers. I'd rather just see the Chiropractor and get back in shape to walk comfortably. Thanks guys!

  • @freeflyer151
    @freeflyer151 Před rokem +3

    I’ve been on max dose flexerall for over 10 yrs I’m 5 ft 6 110 lbs so under weight a little bit But since I am trying to quit this I can’t maintain I am losing more weight. I didn’t think I was addicted because I could skip a day but found out I start to feel bad wo it after 2 days

  • @HeavnzMiHome
    @HeavnzMiHome Před 3 lety +4

    I can tell when the pain is building and not responding to stretches/exercises. I take Flexural in a low dose to help with sleep for a couple of days. If not enough, I’ll see the chiropractor. Twice I had to go to emergency because the spasms/pain was dangerously ramping up my blood pressure.

    • @annafantastic1115
      @annafantastic1115 Před 3 lety

      I take flexerile too ,,when im in extreme pain...so long as its managed well...if I take too much it makes me hot and I can't wake up..so I split up my pill

    • @HeavnzMiHome
      @HeavnzMiHome Před 3 lety

      @@annafantastic1115 I have a really low dose. 30mg. I can max it to 3 doses per day. I’ve only had to do that three times (incl. the 2 times I went to emergency.) Usually the 30mg. before bed will get me to sleep. I rarely need to stay on Flexural for more than a few days. The chiropractor will do deep massages and careful adjustments when I need them.

    • @HeavnzMiHome
      @HeavnzMiHome Před 3 lety

      Mistyped. 10mg with a daily maximum of 30 mg.

  • @jason-uf4py
    @jason-uf4py Před 3 lety +2

    I have 3 years muscle spasm in my neck and back. Help pls. Pls

  • @rmlhardage4952
    @rmlhardage4952 Před 2 lety

    Does 5 m of valium help get thru Stretches. My PT lady said i needed to take it to help me relax. I just had bicept surgery 6 wks ago with frozen shoulder.

  • @tiamat_023
    @tiamat_023 Před 9 měsíci

    Explaining what drugs do to us is a super righteous goal - especially for us Americans! 👍

  • @user-td3sl7wj9v
    @user-td3sl7wj9v Před 7 měsíci

    Doc is muscle relaxers good for muscle sprain/strain?
    Thank you

  • @katinabotten
    @katinabotten Před 2 měsíci

    I have a very stiff neck, went to the ER and got a muscle relaxer and I just took it about 2-hrs ago and I can now move my neck

  • @elainegoad9777
    @elainegoad9777 Před 3 lety +12

    i call muscle knots pain in my back "suicide pain" and muscle relaxers don't help !

  • @infectdiseaseepidemiology2599

    The Beers List was an important advance, but there is nothing magic physiologically about the age of 65. It’s really a continuum of increasing adverse effects with age, and I write this as a pharmacoepidemiologist and clinical trials doc.

  • @jadenrhoden4709
    @jadenrhoden4709 Před rokem

    What about those whom have chronic pain? I have been in PT for 5+ years (I’m only allowed to see 3 pts in the state). I can not get pain meds, my body declines, I have been prescribed Flexeril for years, it still helps. Most get a sprain I have to push through it. You should have mentioned the “hangover” from flexeril in the morning after.

  • @sidallen685
    @sidallen685 Před 2 lety +3

    I’ve used both Baclofen and Flexoril neither worked for my terrible mid back muscle spasms, any other meds that may work, at the end of my rope.

    • @cornnellify
      @cornnellify Před 2 lety +2

      How are you now?

    • @boostmobile5326
      @boostmobile5326 Před rokem

      Yes I agree with you. My only desires is to get as much therapy as possible but the public aid insurance only pays and approves limited physical therapy sessions and I hate muscle relaxers because they give me a head ache and feeling hanged over.

  • @TOMCONLEY-CCSE-NFPCCC-CHARITY

    I have just been finally diagnosed for with Fibromyalgia!
    I AM ALWAYS IN EXTREME PAIN!
    Any good recommendations?!

  • @michelekisly2535
    @michelekisly2535 Před 3 lety +2

    Baclofen helps my emotional and physical pain to a point....coming out of a rough patch, so using daily....

  • @kcerin1
    @kcerin1 Před rokem +1

    Muscle relaxers make my pain worse. I was taking it for chronic leg spasms and severe leg cramps and RLS. The pain is so bad my legs actually jerk up off of the bed, and my feet turn in. It lasts for 10-12 hours, constant agony.

  • @skinncosmetics1979
    @skinncosmetics1979 Před rokem

    Does anyone get tightness back of neck on side upper facial area when chewing food ? And what's the cause tight bend feeling

  • @coffeecat086
    @coffeecat086 Před 2 lety

    I have nystagmus and Zanaflex is so helpful for the pain it causes. It’s also nice for when my legs are sore after seizures and such.

  • @brendaechols5929
    @brendaechols5929 Před rokem +3

    I get tingling up my neck which depending on how I move my head, makes me a little light headed. I do have tight muscles along my upper shoulders. Also a knot (like a ball), in my left shoulder that when I move my head at a upward angle from left , there's a shooting sharp stabbing pain that travels from the knot, up my neck , to my forehead giving me a 20 sec head rush or migraine. This is all due to my job which is repetitive motion and I'm in one spot all day. It's cause I don't move that much so my muscle tighten up. Couple of times I moved too soon and I hear a crunch noise. Kinda like I released the tightness in my neck. I do feel a little bit better afterwards that's how I know that's the problem.

    • @liljo911xxx
      @liljo911xxx Před rokem

      Did you take this muscle relaxer..? And does it help with your migraine

    • @kevinconnell8422
      @kevinconnell8422 Před rokem

      I have the exact same thing, is it still a problem for you?

  • @jakeschweiss5683
    @jakeschweiss5683 Před 2 lety +2

    i have severe pain and panic attacks off flexitil i need it to live basically

  • @denisesavannah2023
    @denisesavannah2023 Před rokem

    I have sciatic pain I been told muscle relaxers can be addictive. I am recovering addict can't afford be addictive. Physical therapy best for me help me strengthen and stretch to help me get better. Muscle relaxers are just and band aid physical therapy is the healthier way to get better. I hate feeling groggy and recovering addict I am scared I may get addictive I would relapse. I agree to the pharmacist it's best physical therapy helps stretch strengthen your core. I will be seeing my doctor soon ask to get in again with a physical therapist. I love Bob and Brad helped me so much when I had knee replacement. I never taken pain pills I recovered well like I said I am in recovering worked too long and hard not going backwards.

  • @Sommer369
    @Sommer369 Před 9 měsíci

    Can u take muscle relaxing medicin only when really needed like one or 3 pills pr Month and still feel the releve?
    So not Daily use.

  • @lindathomas4974
    @lindathomas4974 Před rokem

    Is mydocalm used for mussle rotator cuff damage?

  • @barbaraebner5889
    @barbaraebner5889 Před 3 lety +1

    This is a great guest. Very informative.

  • @christianv6531
    @christianv6531 Před 3 lety +6

    Diazepam & baclofen are good for muscle tension. Muscles relaxers like cyclo is a passive approach to treat pain.

  • @guitarest452452
    @guitarest452452 Před rokem

    I just got some for a spine strain i'm not havin spasms but they do burn. I'm kinda scared to take them.

  • @delphiniapickett2934
    @delphiniapickett2934 Před rokem

    I'm learning that does any muscle relaxer interacts with antiviral called sarcover. It can lower the blood pressure

  • @rab-cnesbit4181
    @rab-cnesbit4181 Před rokem

    I have spinal nerve damage from pilonidal sinus disease .

  • @Tonic_Taz
    @Tonic_Taz Před 2 lety +1

    they have no idea why im having bladder pain. so he prescribed muscle relaxer. seems to help a little.

  • @excessnetwork4221
    @excessnetwork4221 Před rokem

    I love the jingle

  • @GodbornNoven
    @GodbornNoven Před 2 měsíci

    If the pain is caused by muscle tension then yes. Muscle relaxants can even be used for certain types of headaches. Especially ones that involve tension in the neck. The headache is typically caused by muscle tension. So muscle relaxants usually do well to diminish the headache's effects

  • @sandrar9608
    @sandrar9608 Před 3 lety

    I have Trigeminal Neuralgia I had a side effects from carbamazepine that definitely worked for it. I now take baclofen that seems to be helping so far. Crossing my fingers. Trigeminal neuralgia for those who don’t know use to be caused the suicide disease back in the day. In the face and head.

    • @sandrar9608
      @sandrar9608 Před 3 lety

      Trigeminal Not caused suicide disease but called the suicide disease.

  • @angelagriese849
    @angelagriese849 Před rokem

    Oh sorry maybe I missed this if you are on muscle relaxers because of pain for example from fibromyalgia, and you have a physical job does the med make you more prone to injury. I know you said it spasms as a over protection from an injury, but for instance I'm not sure I hurt myself. Maybe I just over did it.. with fibromyalgia sometimes it doesn't take much.

  • @OtherSide..
    @OtherSide.. Před rokem

    Dang you guys got a lot of subscribers 💯

  • @MariaRodriguez-gc9jk
    @MariaRodriguez-gc9jk Před 3 měsíci

    Superior to the PT and Rx is trigger point release technique with acupuncture!

  • @michaelrandazzo9429
    @michaelrandazzo9429 Před 2 lety +6

    “ cyclobenzlatrine”🙂- Brad

  • @kcerin1
    @kcerin1 Před rokem

    I've been suffering with leg spasms, cramps and RLS for 14 years. Nothing works.

  • @ravenfeathesDVM
    @ravenfeathesDVM Před 3 lety +2

    Damn, I’ve been taking Tizanadine for years. 😥

  • @lynnmorrison
    @lynnmorrison Před 2 měsíci

    My Muscle Relaxers helps relax tone in my hand. I take the muscle relaxer only at night, because it will put you to sleep. Daytime, I don't because it turns into a disaster.

  • @nuday777
    @nuday777 Před rokem +1

    It did stop my Trigeminal Neuralgia pain over any of my painkillers

  • @paulgitaukinuthia3916
    @paulgitaukinuthia3916 Před 11 měsíci

    I also find Trihexyphenidyl an effective antispasmodic.

  • @WIKIDWRLDTV
    @WIKIDWRLDTV Před rokem +2

    Ok so I have scoliosis, and the doctor gave me cyclobenzaprine twice. And it doesn’t seem to be numbing my spine I just feel a lil sleepy. But I had got an OxyContin from a good friend, and it numb my back.
    I really feel like im out of options, im waiting to get a scheduled date for my orthopedic so they can check my back and im thinking ima have to get surgery. My pain is out of this work I never felt nun like this. I literally lay and bed all day and feel a lil hopeless cus I can’t do anything. But like I said oxy’s worked. Should ask my doctor for the oxy’s ?

  • @itsempowerfamyessir2994
    @itsempowerfamyessir2994 Před 3 lety +1

    The intro had me dying

  • @susanhester
    @susanhester Před 3 lety +3

    Please go into more detail regarding Baclofen. It would be appreciated.

  • @montanak7
    @montanak7 Před 2 lety +2

    CRPS FM hEDS POP TOS scoliosis cervical spinal fusion chemo damage etc... I have to use methocarbamol and diazepam or I wouldn’t be able to move.

    • @Michael_RareZebra
      @Michael_RareZebra Před rokem +1

      Same here. With my hEDS, Dercum's Disease, Degenerative Discs, etc... That sounds like a good combo. I'm on Cyclobenzaprime and Alprazolam. But your combo would work better for me.

  • @BlueCollar1212
    @BlueCollar1212 Před 5 měsíci

    I’ve done physical therapy, yoga, acupuncture, chiropractor, tens unit, massage, kinesiotherapy, meds, creams, decompression, ice, heat, foam rolling, shoe insoles, diet, hyperbaric oxygen, epidural. I don’t have nerve problems so they won’t do surgery. And none of that stuff works. I don’t know what to do. It’s causing my mental health to plummet.

  • @ed_the_farmer
    @ed_the_farmer Před 8 dny

    “..it doesn’t make sense.”
    I agree.

  • @MarcKlark
    @MarcKlark Před 2 lety +6

    If you notice they never addressed the question of pain. Because muscle relaxers do NOTHING for pain. Zero.

  • @nightmarevstplugin3944
    @nightmarevstplugin3944 Před 9 měsíci

    Nice

  • @leisaandrodneyprice1606

    Will it make you pass out

  • @godmadethedonkeytalkjuliem8404

    Somas were the only thing that would actually relax my muscles. I have tried them all nothing helps.

    • @pursedelighted8313
      @pursedelighted8313 Před 2 lety +1

      They work good until the.sleepiness kicks in.which I don't like.take care

    • @caseyhughes965
      @caseyhughes965 Před rokem

      This is the case with me as well.

  • @StevenJA
    @StevenJA Před rokem

    Well tinadizine 4mg makes me sleepy and go to sleep sometimes . I mean it works for me.

  • @kelleywarner05
    @kelleywarner05 Před 3 lety +14

    I’m taking Flexeril currently 3 times a day 5mg for sciatica (I’m using a walker and can’t stand at all.)
    It helps a little bit, but I definitely sleep constantly. I’m 35 weeks pregnant with my 3rd baby.
    I’m miserable 😩

    • @michelekisly2535
      @michelekisly2535 Před 3 lety +2

      😘be well

    • @k.c.8535
      @k.c.8535 Před 3 lety +7

      just remember what ever you take so does your baby

    • @dogdonut3
      @dogdonut3 Před 3 lety +2

      So sorry. I hope you can feel better.

    • @noblevictory2200
      @noblevictory2200 Před 3 lety +3

      Oh my goodness. I'm so sorry you're having to go through this especially while pregnant. I'm going to pray for you right now and for your baby too 💕🕊😊

    • @victoriabosquez4398
      @victoriabosquez4398 Před 3 lety +2

      I’m so sorry to hear that you’re going through this while pregnant. I feel your pain and you are not alone. I am having a severe sciatica flare up due to a herniated disc and started taking Flexeril 3 days ago to help me sleep through the night. I’m also using a walker and I’m only 37 years old. I’m way too young to be having these issues yet here we are. I will pray that we both get some relief soon and can sleep through the night.

  • @dianalatimer9208
    @dianalatimer9208 Před 3 lety +3

    Are there any situations where a chiropractor should be consulted before a physical therapist?

    • @SweetStuffOnMonarchLane
      @SweetStuffOnMonarchLane Před 3 lety

      I love my chiropractor! A chiropractor can get you back in alignment when/if your back "goes out" and a physical therapist can teach you stretching and muscle strengthening to KEEP you in alignment. You could have weak abdominal muscles, for example, that could be stressing your back muscles. The important thing I tell people is to find a "straight" chiropractor, in other words, one that doesn't twist your back to align it... that is hard on the discs.

  • @modificationnation73
    @modificationnation73 Před 3 lety +4

    My kids and I sing your theme song!

  • @michellelee4271
    @michellelee4271 Před 2 lety

    I'm on zanaflex tizandine for years now but I also have OSTEPETROSIS a one out of 500,000 people have it. I'm that one. Muscles ache especially in my back n neck. Yes bad car wrecks too. Plz pry God/JESUS will heal me soon n SUPERNATURALLY I've laid on heating pads alot just to get off it n it starts back. I have herniated disc also. Lordy I wish I could get some of y'alls massage therapy.

    • @michellelee4271
      @michellelee4271 Před 2 lety

      PS my bone marrow disease is going to turn into bone cancer signs are already started. I need a bone marrow and FAST ! I need a great healthy person to donate for me. They say it could help my pain n my life span. My bones stay fractured alot n breakeasy.

  • @arhead12
    @arhead12 Před 2 lety +1

    Is this safe to take for people with chest anxiety crucial chest tension? To the point where it feel like it’s hard to take deep breath. I want to try be just need to know if anyone has experienced the same thing and tried cylobenzaprine?

    • @pursedelighted8313
      @pursedelighted8313 Před 2 lety

      Please be careful with flexeril it can cause heart valve damage.take.care

    • @LydiaStarz
      @LydiaStarz Před rokem

      I have been given Methocarbamol. Cyclobenzaprine would be better! What a joke.

  • @me124
    @me124 Před rokem +1

    Diazepam works for hiatus hernia and muscle pain, my nerve pain and bowel pains I’ve still undiagnosed. Quality over quantity bc I’m ready for revenge for the torture I’ve endured for 7 years in the UK.

  • @vlsr71
    @vlsr71 Před rokem

    Diazepam also addictive

  • @shastina5493
    @shastina5493 Před 3 lety +16

    Anti-inflammatories and muscle relaxers are not suppose to be used long term! Long term use causes major damage to organs and muscles can waste. 5 -7 days he says and he is right! Not long term!

  • @ock50sify
    @ock50sify Před rokem

    12:12 what a cut💀

  • @billsemenoff
    @billsemenoff Před 3 lety +2

    20 20 20 4 hours to gooo

  • @maryjoev64
    @maryjoev64 Před 3 lety +5

    Whenever I take a muscle relaxer I seem to get depressed

    • @susanmercurio1060
      @susanmercurio1060 Před 3 lety +3

      Could very well be. Whenever I take them, they put me to sleep.

  • @ebsrok6681
    @ebsrok6681 Před rokem

    I’m on muscle relaxers for a pinched nerve in my neck with pain shooting down my shoulder . The pain is worse lol

    • @trulyrblessed
      @trulyrblessed Před 9 měsíci

      My problem…did it work?

    • @ebsrok6681
      @ebsrok6681 Před 9 měsíci

      @@trulyrblessed yes but the meds are strong . I continue to stay active the symptoms go away while on the meds but I am now off them and have lesser intense episodes . I am trying cold plunges and neck adjustments next. Something’s has got to give

    • @trulyrblessed
      @trulyrblessed Před 9 měsíci

      @@ebsrok6681 did you have any side effects from the meds ? I’ve just been prescribed a steroid and muscle relaxer. I haven’t had any relief from the steroids but it’s only been a week. I’m about to start the muscle relaxers and I have a appointment for a massage. I have the same pain as you. It’s so painful especially the arm and fingers. Praying we both find relief soon.

  • @Darkrain102
    @Darkrain102 Před 2 lety +1

    Brad sounds exactly like norm macdonald ngl lol 😂

  • @brockreynolds870
    @brockreynolds870 Před 2 lety +1

    Muscle relaxants are such a misnomer.... they just depress your central nervous system, instead of directly relaxing the muscle

    • @carlorocky
      @carlorocky Před 9 měsíci

      I definitely think that’s true for most of them, especially flexaril. However, I’m pretty sure that soma is a true muscle relaxant. Fact check that though, don’t take my word on it.

  • @thebeigesheep6132
    @thebeigesheep6132 Před 3 lety

    I was in a car accident and I have spinal injury now. Is it possible to fix it thru therapy or is it all just temporary? I quit going cuz I don't see the point

    • @nikiichan
      @nikiichan Před 3 lety +1

      That sounds like a mentally tough situation, I am sorry you feel that way. It is hard to get the motivation when you do not see results. However, when it comes to therapy a lot of the effects are based on presistance and commitment to the exercises. (It will take time. It takes 4 to 6 weeks for soft tissue injuries to heal and 6 to 8 weeks for bone to start regrowing. So in the same manner it is a test of patience, it will take time.) It would be hard to say with regards to the specific symptoms that you are having... However, therapy would definitely help with signs such as loss of muscle strength, loss of range of motion, pain, some sensory things and general well being. It also reduces the risk of cardio vascular disease, diabetes etc. Do not give up on yourself. Hang in there!

    • @ninavanina8455
      @ninavanina8455 Před 3 lety

      I’m in the same situation. I went to PT and cause me more pain . Now doctor wants to give me a steroid shot . I said NO . So now I have to find how to cure myself . This doctor all they care is about money .

  • @lillianmcgrath8575
    @lillianmcgrath8575 Před 3 lety +1

    If I drink too much alcohol I get muscle cramps so bad I can’t stand.

    • @Lux.500
      @Lux.500 Před 3 lety +6

      I'd stop drinking must be agony

    • @SweetStuffOnMonarchLane
      @SweetStuffOnMonarchLane Před 3 lety +2

      Alcohol dehydrates your body and dehydration definitely causes muscle cramps. It may have something to do with the potassium, calcium, sodium and magnesium balance in your body as well.

  • @MISSLOVELY_REE
    @MISSLOVELY_REE Před rokem

    Im currently taking cyclobenzaprine my back still hurts bros 😢

    • @BobandBrad
      @BobandBrad  Před rokem

      We are very sorry to hear that. Have you tried therapy exercises?

    • @jacobmcdonald6567
      @jacobmcdonald6567 Před 11 měsíci

      Yes therapy helps but what do you do when it hurts to exercise and meds or weed is all you have no trainer or pt (can't afford it)

  • @badguychrisbadguy6042
    @badguychrisbadguy6042 Před 2 lety

    I have a muscle spasm from coughing too hard from smoking THC wax and the muscle relaxers and they do not help I even been taking Tylenol and Motrin with it and nothing is the only thing that hooked me a little bit was a hydrocodone but the dick heads only gave me one they should have wrote out a prescription of hydrocodone and muscle relaxers but it's hard to get drugs these days especially when you need it

  • @BlackMan614
    @BlackMan614 Před 3 lety +4

    Those of us allergic to aspirin (and therefore all inflammatories) we have no choice. Tylenol or muscle relaxers.