Thanks @tyme @Shaz51 @Dimity 😊💝

Thats a wonderful response @ClockFace  and so full of helpful advice. I completely agree with everything you have said.

Yes,  it is sooo important to have an understanding GP who helps you negotiate the many options available to us.

I was very fortunate with my GP,  as he was able to keep my mental health diagnosis (Complex Ptsd) as a seperate issue to my physical health. And therefore not just write everything off to MH. Sadly I think not all do that. 

I also agree that a pain specialist can be helpful. So @Dimity  this may be an option you may wish to explore. They can certainly help you negotiate the medication options available to you. And other possibly helpful treatments too. 

@ClockFace Its clear that you've 'been through the mill' with your back pain. I'm sorry 😔.  But thank you for being so willing to share,  and doing so in such a clear way. 🌷

Emelia