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Can people with Arachnoiditis work? What kind of work can they perform?
See how people with experience in Arachnoiditis give their opinion about whether people with Arachnoiditis can work and what kind of jobs are more appropriated for people with Arachnoiditis
Very few people with Arachnoiditis are still able to work due to pain, and symptoms.
Posted Jul 4, 2019 by ASAP Arachnoiditis society for awareness and Prevention
Most people with adhesive arachnoiditis are not able to find gainfull employment. Moving in general with stuck nerves will increase inflammation so patients should be encouraged to move as much as they can handle
This disease qualifies for ssdi and is on the list of automatic approval. That said I was still denied and had to get an ssdi attorney to handle my case in order to get benifets
This disease qualifies for ssdi and is on the list of automatic approval. That said I was still denied and had to get an ssdi attorney to handle my case in order to get benifets
Posted Apr 5, 2017 by Josh 2600
Some can. It really depends on the degree and severity of the Arachnoiditis and what you can tolerate.
Posted Apr 7, 2017 by Barbara 1000
It is possible to do some kinds of work, but it may be challenging to stay consistent as you never know what kind of day you are going to have. I am able to be rather active, but anything can really set me on a downward spiral like the weather, riding in a car, vibrations from music or bumps in the road, etc. Some days those things don't bother me much, but on others it can set me into a flare up that can last for days.
Posted Apr 11, 2017 by Kelly 5450
All though it is important for people with arschnoiditis to stay as active as possible it is equally as important to listen to your body. Only push your self as far as you feel pain. You can work any job you feel you can do that will not increase your pain or inflammation
Posted May 18, 2019 by nancy 2500
Each person is different & depends how the condition has progressed & managed
Posted Jan 5, 2020 by Jcrandall72 2500
No people with Arachnoiditis cannot work in just any field. They shouldn't carry out work that involves lifting or straining. I think 10% of people with Arachnoiditis work in any field.
Furthermore, mobility in general is often a problem for those with spinal arachnoiditis because they are unable to walk without severe pain, but are also unable to effectively use mobility devices like wheelchairs because sitting for extended periods also causes a great deal of pain. This can make performing any kind of meaningful work impossible if the symptoms are severe enough. Moreover, arachnoiditis impairs bodily functions.
Furthermore, mobility in general is often a problem for those with spinal arachnoiditis because they are unable to walk without severe pain, but are also unable to effectively use mobility devices like wheelchairs because sitting for extended periods also causes a great deal of pain. This can make performing any kind of meaningful work impossible if the symptoms are severe enough. Moreover, arachnoiditis impairs bodily functions.
Posted Jan 5, 2020 by Staplehurst17 4050
Yes if it is well managed. You can continue to work any job.
Posted Jan 5, 2020 by Deerut1963 2400
No, there is too much WAY too much self care needed from the time you get up to bedtime daily
Posted May 1, 2020 by KenNwv 500
Initially yes however as the condition progresses mobility become the major cause of reduction in work. As people deteriorate work is a distant memory working from home or in an office with understanding of management understand the work life but this is minimal for most physical work it out using ones brain to do related work is possible but in time work as normal and the importance of Keeping active and where of what you can and can’t do will help you manage this condition
Posted Jul 9, 2020 by Derek 3000
After a certain point, no, people with Arachnoiditis cannot work.
Posted Mar 20, 2021 by Anna 2300
Difficulties with standing, sitting, and constant pain makes it a very incapacitating disease.
Posted Jul 22, 2021 by Vincent 3420
It depends on how badly you are affected. My lower body is badly damaged so I have permanent disability
Posted Nov 15, 2021 by Jeanne Champion 400
There are some people with arachnoiditis that can still work. It really depends on what stage they are in and what other factors that may be effecting their situation.
Posted Nov 15, 2021 by Nordlisa906 300
Most people with Adhesive form of Arachnoiditis often find it difficult to continue with full time employment, but early stages often can work. Some work part-time or casual.
Posted Nov 15, 2021 by ACMCRN 2200
I’m not sure, I was already 100% disabled before the incident happened but judging from my support groups most people have a hard time working depending on the severity
Posted Nov 16, 2021 by [email protected] 700
I was a factory worker and then a Tool and Die Machinist. Very skilled. Unable to stand and bend or lift and left this after a bad surgery.
I was an insurance agent with still in pain for 6 years. (6 figure income) with an office until pain meds could not keep up with my siting standing and riding in auto. Had to stop was unable to make it thru the day.
I was an insurance agent with still in pain for 6 years. (6 figure income) with an office until pain meds could not keep up with my siting standing and riding in auto. Had to stop was unable to make it thru the day.
Posted Jan 7, 2022 by Machinetoolmkr 5550
