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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Pipp" data-source="post: 2667574" data-attributes="member: 100904">I have had spondylosis of cervical spine for over 30 years. Can’t take any sort of NSAIDs at all, as they are contraindicated for a different condition.What has helped? Swimming and other exercises in water. Gentle physio exercises using resistance bands, supervised at first by physiotherapist. Acupuncture, even if it is just a placebo effect, it helps. Bathing with magnesium salts added to the warm water. Heat pad applied to painful area. Tens machine. Oh, and I have to take strong antihistamines for allergies. If I have these in the evening I sleep soundly. Relaxation techniques  / self hypnosis rather than meds. I meditate and take the mind away from the painful stimulus. That took some trial and error before getting it right, but I also use the method for having dental treatment without anaesthetic.When I have an MRI scan I make sure I am positioned comfortably before being slid into the machine tube. Usually need to lie still for at least half an hour, flat on back, so make sure there is cushion supporting lower back and behind knees. It also helps to relax and zone out the loud noises of the machine.Hope this helps a bit [USER=372207]@Antje77[/USER]</blockquote>

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