The new med is changing things for me. The burning is changing to a more tolerable sensation. I am working with a massage therapist who I have let manipulate my face, believe me with some trepidation, but it softened the swelling. My face on the right side has a tendency to get very wormy and feels tight and frozen during a painful cycle. It also becomes bright red. She suggested breathing exercises and cool compresses. It works. I am less fearful when I feel the discomfort. I focus on the area and try to redirect it somewhere else. It takes work, but it keeps me from running for that pain pill. Back in the gym. No eliptical. Bike only. Nothing to stress the surgical area. I do facial exercises to tire my face and use warm compresses after. I’m glad I sought out this wonderful woman who is helping me overcome my fears and gain control. Hey, maybe that woman is me! It’s true that for those of those that have had a Gamma and then had blood vessels removed from the nerve have a more difficult journey and need more help. I haven’t been here in a few days. Thank you for the responses.
Sending you positive thoughts!
Lou. Glad you found something which is working for you. Keep up the good work!
Chippy