Tramadol for Back Pain User Reviews (Page 3)

• Kevykev
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 16, 2016

"Works.wonders...had.l3-4 spine.sirgery when I was 21..tried all.types.of.narcotics..perks-to patches and.they didnt.do anything...even cortizone.shots..aqua therapy..nothing.worked...best relief and.still.take.it.when pain.is.bad n.going.down my leg n.can.barely move...now.40'and.still.works.wonders..I don't take.every day so no.side effects..just tske when pain is real.bad..."

• Jen
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 24, 2018

"I have had on and off back pain from a prior injury. I was just dealing with the pain cause I didn’t want to take Ibuprofen all the time. My doctor prescribed the lower dose of Tramadol. All I can say is why didn’t I try this before? Not only does it mute the pain, the anxiety I feel Is just gone. I feel happy and my concentration is way better. I only take it when I can’t deal with the pain but, have started researching it for anxiety as well. So far no withdrawals but I do not take every day."

• Anonymous
• January 28, 2011

Ultram (tramadol) "I have been using Tramadol for back pain due to spinal fusion. I found that when I am on a higher dose, I feel OK but once I am under 200 mg a day, it doesn't work for me. Unfortunately, this medicine has to be weened from so I have to go through the lower dosages to be able to try another medicine."

• Katz
• September 11, 2018

"Helps with almost everything, though temporary. I am prescribed 50mg every 4-6 hours as needed for lower back pain. It helps the pain 10/10, boosts my energy and reduces anxiety. It helps me focus and puts me in a good mood. I don’t take it everyday but I’m glad I have it for when I actually need it. The only side effect I’ve experienced while on it is increased heart rate. Regardless, this is a great, but ADDICTIVE drug. Don’t abuse it!"

• Bill
• September 30, 2019

"Took tramadol for 14 years as a result of shoulder injury and ongoing issues. Worked wonders throughout time frame for moderate pain. By the end I was taking 100mg three times daily. As I entered my 50s I believe the long term use triggered an acute mental health nightmare of anxiety. I slowly weaned myself down over 2 weeks. The physical withdrawals were significant, particularly night sweats, intestinal complications and constant tremors. After six months of non-use I slowly returned to “normal” and all physical symptoms of withdrawal were absent. My mental health is well one year later and under consult of psychiatry . Indeed Tramadol “took the edge off” of pain but retrospectively was also leaned upon for the opiate like feel good mentally. Shoulder pain still sucks but much better than loosing my mind and now I am staying well grounded. I’m stunned to hear the off script uses for depression. Maybe initially it’s all good - but there are classic opioid consequences."

• brook...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 7, 2015

"I suffer from chronic back pain due to scoliosis and I've been on tramadol for about almost a year and the pain has subsided it's tolerable I would recommend it to anyone I also take it with a NSAID but it is worked wonders for me also I was curious to know if it causes the the withdrawals"

• vl0049
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 22, 2016

"I have been taking tramadol for 20 years 4mg pills a day. Recently I have been trying to take myself off of this drug. I'm experiencing cold like symptom's, sweating, can't sleep at night, restless leg. My attitude is in the dump. This is only my 3rd day. I'm trying to take one pill a day and that is at night because I cannot deal with laying in the bed not sleeping and the restless leg pain. I'm hoping and praying that God will give me the strength to get through this bad experience."

• Tiler
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 21, 2017

"Tramadol does two things - relieve pain and alter mood. It affects opioid receptors in the brain and gut, and acts in the same way as a serotonin uptake SSRI / SNRI drug. So, it makes you feel good and acts like an anti-depressant. For short term use (very short) it's useful, but it is highly addictive in spite of what the docs and FDA say. The withdrawals are insanely awful if you have taken it for more than a week or so - since you are withdrawing from an opiate and an anti-depressant. Unbelievably, medical professionals are still prescribing this drug as non-addictive and non-habit forming. If you have serious pain - take opiates - resist any attempt to give you this drug."

• space...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 9, 2018

"Rx beginning 150mg/day up’d to 400/day. Worked somewhat but not as well as narcotic pain relievers ie norco or oxycodone. Used them for 6mo. The real pain was getting off of Tramodol. I read very little of the nightmare of stopping this med. I would rather go thru hydrocodone withdrawals 10x over to the withdrawal off of tramadol. Norco withdrawal took around 5-7-10 days. Had been thru that many times over 11 years. Tramadol took months to physically get over. Not mental, physical dependence. They should come with with a heroine type caveat. Don’t try to “ween” from narcotic pain pills to tramadol. Only kidding yourself and the withdrawals are so much worse."

• Alfman
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 27, 2016

"I had rods put in my back about 7 years ago due to DDD. My doctor put me on several different narcotics but none seemed to work. Went to my regular doctor and she prescribed me tramadol HCL (Ultram) 50 mg just one day on it the pain really just went away and my mood changed for the better. Great pain reliever and improves your mood.I take 50 mg every 6 hours."

• lilmo...
• March 28, 2012

"I have been taking Tramadol 50mg for about 2 yrs now, and before I found this medicine my activities with my children were very limited. I have extreme lower back pain due to a slipped disc. I felt like a terrible mommy because I could not move around well at all, and I was only in my early 30's. I could not even do simple house cleaning activities for any longer than 30 minutes, if that! But now, with Tramadol, I have my life back!! I able to run and play with my kids, and conduct myself as normal at work, and my daily household chores are done with no problems, my relationship with my children and my husband have deffinitely gotten 100% better, because I dont feel like I am a burden anymore. I can do so much more now.."

• Lola
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 16, 2019

"At first it was the best medication I have came across in my life made me happy and energetic. I had just had a baby girl who has colic so you can understand my need for a super drug I took everyday it gave me super powere I would say but 2 tablets a day wasn't enough now my baby girl is 3 years 9 months and I was taking way too many at a time it almost killed me with have 4 trips to the ER. I was losing control of my life. I let this tablet control me I HATE TRAMADOL. That happiness isn't permanent it's all fake it's going to fade, that energy you seem to have is going to take a huge toll on yourself once you stop. I'm now on day 7 of not taking it and it is terrible - I still have no energy to cook clean or look after my baby - it's the worst feeling in my life. God help me I pray for you all and your families that you never have to suffer from this piece of garbage. They should stop destroying us humans this way!!!!!"

• Lovely...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 16, 2016

"I have been taking Tramadol for about 4 years for spinal stenosis and now Rheumatoid Arthritis. Tramadol works very well for me. I have the 50mgs. I generally take 2, 3 times per day. It used to be less but I guess I've built up some type of tolerance since this is all they give me and it is most ineffective on the RA attacks. When that happens I have to take 6, just to be able to lay down. The attacks usually last about 3 days and the Prednisone helps a great deal once it kicks in, I can go back to taking 2. I'm thankful for this medication but just recently (the past two months) I have noticed a change in the Tramadol. I break out in sweats, feel feverish, lots of aches and feel very hungry all the time and no, its no, its not me."

• monster
• October 11, 2019

"This drug tramadol works. You do have to watch out for side effects, especially if you take it on a regular basis. Withdrawal usually lasts a week and can be a bit on the rough side due to: bowels ,weakness, temperature control. It really slows down the bowels. I actually think it is a better for mood enhancement than pain relief. Can be a positive experience IF managed properly-tolerance control is key."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 19, 2012

"I stared using this a week ago. I have gone from chronic high pain to a level of 1 to 2. I can function like a person again. While this is only until we address the actual problem causing the back pain, this has made me look forward to having days with very little pain. The difference is like night and day. I still have the pain if I stand for too long, or if I do too much physical activity, but I can now sit for extended period of time pain free. I have a slight upward tic, nervousness, and at times dizzy. I take this with food. For me it is a relief to be so pain free after dealing with the problem for over 18 years without any real relief."

• goodo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 13, 2013

"Been using naproxen almost daily for years, for back and hand related near chronic pain-partially due to inflammation and swelling. Had to stop taking ALL NSAID's on orders from my GI Dr. USED 3,000mg daily ACETAMENOPHEN FOR 3 MONTHS-much less effective than min dose naproxen had been for pain and useless for inflammation/swelling (using large doses of omega 3/fish oil for inflammation.) Started tramadol about 2 weeks ago, noticed difference over acetamenophen alone in the first 2 days while taking 25mg at a time and still ramping up to 4x daily. Now I take it every 6 hours, and if I miss a dose-especially the last one at night-significant pain and stiffness returns. Hope to switch to extended release version."

• Ptice
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 11, 2015

"Barely takes the edge off pain. Usually have to take 2 and a Soma to help. I also have Crohns and COPD. I've tried many meds but due to all medical problems, nothing I'm allowed to take works. Used to have an extremely high tolerance for pain but with chronic pain from so many medical issues its worn me down. Just want to be pain free one day. Seriously, just one day."

• Bob...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 13, 2016

"Works very well when I use it to prevent sensation of stiffness/pain in the back when playing tennis. Effect may not last for the full 8 hours (more like 5 to 6 hours). Generally use it in conjunction with Naproxen and Acetaminophen. Do not use it other times even though I experience effects of degenerative disc disease in the lumbar region chronically."

• mikenv
• December 26, 2014

"2002 fell injured my lower back. Tried a bunch of different meds, and just made me gaga and same pain. Then after a plea to my dr. He wanted to do something different. We tried 2, tramadol & Robaxin. To my surprise no back pain and no more gaga."

• trama...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 17, 2015

"I was diagnosed with herniated disc about a year and half ago. At first I was prescribed percocet for the first month and went to physical therapy and chiropractic, ... physical therapy did not work for me. Then, I was prescribed lortab for a few months. But due to others abusing these drugs doctors now are reluctant to prescribe them any more. So they put me on tramadol at 50 mg 2x a day. After a few days on it, I was still in excruciating pain. Went back to my Dr. and she said to try taking two of the 50 mg tramadol pills with 800 mg of ibuprofen and a shot of espresso 2x a day. This combination worked! Side effects: I can't take it no later than 8 pm or else I can't fall into a deep sleep."

• LucyG...
• May 1, 2016

"I was in a car accident 5 years ago and was prescribed Tramadol for my chronic back pain. For 2 years I was on dozens of other medications and Tramadol was the only medication that worked. I took 50 mg 2 times per day. Well 5 years later and I decided to quit the drug. I tapered off the drug myself. I decreased each day by 25 mg. it took 2 weeks but I did it. I can't believe it. There were some nights when I would get jittery but I took amitryptiline to help me sleep. I feel amazing now. so much better. I have my energy back and I take Tylenol for pain."

• Very...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 27, 2017

"Tramadol is just about as useful as Teats on a Boar Hog! It is not as strong as two 325mg. of Aspirin! Do not waste your time or money having a prescription of it filled and be sure to kick the Worthless Doctor who gave it to you before you leave for he is someone you never want to ever go back to again!"

• ledfoot
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 31, 2014

"After being on opiate therapy since 2000 for a spinal injury and fusion I found tramadol to be a great substitute. After some initial discomfort from slight withdrawal tramadol is a life saver. It acts upon the same receptors for opiates which makes it easier to come off them without the major side effects and severe withdrawal sickness I experienced with another drug I had tried. Still feel a little rough from being on opiates for so long. Would do better with a stronger dose with extended release. Thank goodness for no more positive drug tests."

• Racer
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 17, 2018

"I have chronic back pain associated with scoliosis, degenerative disc disease and osteoporosis. My doctor prescribed Tramadol, 50mg, twice daily. I’m now up to 3 times daily. From the time I started taking it my pain subsided but I noticed that the drug made me “mean”. It’s caused problems in my relationship with my partner to the point that I want to quit taking it but can’t tolerate the pain. I wish there was something else that worked. Anyone else experience these same symptoms?"

• Footb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 13, 2014

"This medicine worked decently. I've recently had a spinal fusion due to blowing out my back from lifting weights for football. My L5 disk literally exploded and bone particles were seeping down my spine. This helped relieve the pain after surgery but I did build a tolerance quickly."