Chronic Pain and Suicide: Finding An Option to Reclaim Your Life

I was at a conference earlier this year and got to meet a gentleman named John, who shared with me an amazing experience he had with the Tuner. After suffering from Complex Regional Pain Syndrome for over 50 years, it had gotten to the point that he had decided that the pain was too much to handle, and he decided to end his own life. It was at this point that he was introduced to the Rezzimax Tuner. Watch the video or read the transcript below to learn about his experience:

John: My name is John Tamborello. I’m over here in Tampa.

Narrator: John has been suffering from complex regional pain syndrome for over 50 years. More recently, he's dealt with the severe pain of stage three peripheral neuropathy. Earlier this year, John was in so much pain that he was ready to take his own life.

Sharik: How long have you had your Tuner device?

John: February 20th (2024.)

Narrator: He learned about the Rezzimax Tuner and decided to wait five more days for it to arrive to see if it would make a difference.

Sharik: Where were you at at that point?

John: I was in 9-10 pain.

Sharik: And had been for how long?

John: Probably, at that level, probably about 3 or 4 months.

Narrator: John was experiencing level ten pain, but within a few days of using the Tuner, his pain had lowered to a six. The Tuner had literally saved his life. John still has pain to manage, but he's able to start enjoying being alive again.

John: I felt helpless, and now I have a new destiny in life and a new hope in life. I just want to let you know on this one to let the world know that the Rezzimax is a fabulous machine. And if you're in any kind of chronic pain, any kind of depression, any kind of anxiety, neuropathy, this device will change your life. It changed mine.
It's such a blessing from God. And I'm so thankful for Sharik and his family and his invention, the Rezzimax. God bless!

Chronic pain is a relentless adversary which affects millions worldwide. Can you imagine what these people experience every day? All too often, the constant agony becomes unbearable, leading to a tragic and often overlooked consequence: suicide. Let's talk about the heartbreaking reality faced by individuals who, in their desperation for relief, see no other escape from their suffering.

Putting in the Work But Not Seeing Results

Fibromyalgia, arthritis, neuropathy, and other debilitating diseases (such as John's complex regional pain syndrome) are among the most common causes of chronic pain. When pain persists despite numerous treatments, it can lead to severe emotional and psychological distress. It's absolutely frustrating to put so much effort into treating your pain, but to see no improvement - or even a decline. Depression, anxiety, and a sense of hopelessness often accompany chronic pain, creating a vicious cycle that is difficult to break.

Chipping Away At Who You Are

I was reading an article that found a disturbing correlation between chronic pain and increased suicide risk. According to a study published in The Journal of Pain, individuals with chronic pain are twice as likely to consider suicide compared to those without pain. The unrelenting nature of chronic pain can erode an individual’s quality of life, stripping away their ability to work, engage in social activities, and maintain relationships. This isolation and loss of purpose can weigh heavily in a person's decision to take his or her own life.

Let's Talk About It

There is a HUGE stigma surrounding both chronic pain and mental health here in the USA and other countries, which only exacerbates the problem. Many sufferers feel misunderstood or dismissed by healthcare providers, friends, and family. This lack of empathy and support can further deepen their despair. As a society, we need to recognize chronic pain as a serious health issue and offer compassionate support to those affected.

If we want to make a difference, there's a lot we can do: 

• Improving access to comprehensive pain management, including medical, psychological, and social support. 
• Innovative treatments, such as nerve stimulation therapies, medical cannabis, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, show promise in alleviating chronic pain
• Increasing awareness and education about the connection between chronic pain and mental health
• Be proactive about our health. We've found that using the Rezzimax Tuner to manage pain is most effective when you use it regularly, even when you're not in pain. It can train and heal your nervous system so that those symptoms of pain fade away.

If you or someone you know is struggling with chronic pain and contemplating suicide, please reach out!

• Talk to a mental health professional or medical provider.
• Sometimes it might not seem like it, but there are people who genuinely care about you.
• If you can't think of anyone, call, text or chat with the 988 hotline to speak with another human who can listen, empathize and get you connected to the resources you need.

There is hope, and together, we can work towards a future where no one has to suffer in silence.