Blocks and other treatments only work in the first stage of the disease. Narcotics do not help relieve the pain. This is always a controversial issue. They are used when non-narcotic pain relievers are not effective and are used to reduce the level of pain until other forms of therapy become effective. A formal written contract-protocol between the patient and physician can help minimize misunderstandings about the potential complications of narcotic use.
Every patient has the same results from a medication or treatment.
FACT - There are many forms of treatment and combinations of treatment and medication. What is highly effective for one, may not work in another. Medication dosages may need to be adjusted to get the best results. This means that the doctor makes the diagnosis based on thorough history and physical examination. When seeing a new physician, it is a good idea to have a brief medical history with dates of various treatments and the response to them.