Nerve pain and medication, could I have a career in trucking?

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  1. Gabe85

    Gabe85 Light Load Member

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    Greetings!
    I am 37. I have neuropathy in my feet which is sad for my age. My strength, reflexes and sensations are normal. I just have burning pain in my feet and lower legs. I take Gabapentin 300 mg three times a day. I take amitriptyline and Quetiapine before going to bed.

    I have always wanted to drive a truck. But I am not sure if I will be hired with my condition.

    Also, is it practical to have a 10 min walk after every 2 hours of driving the truck?

    Looking forward to hearing from you people.

    God bless!
     
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  3. Gabe85

    Gabe85 Light Load Member

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    I am interested in long cross country driving. I don't mind living in a truck to cut costs like rent and utilities. I can leave my stuff at a relative's place.
     
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    Oh, and Gabapentin doesn't make me drowsy. I have been taking for a while my body is used to it.
     
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    Also, there is hope that my pain will get better over time.
     
  6. Chinatown

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    Learn to manage your time well, and a 10 minute walk every two hours is feasible.
     
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  7. Gabe85

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    Thanks. How would I do that? Stop the truck on the side of the highway and walk?
     
  8. Chinatown

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    Rest areas & truckstops
     
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    Thanks again. You didn't comment on my medication problem?
     
  10. Chinatown

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    I'm not knowledgeable about the medicines.
     
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    What would concern me is the numbness in your feet and feathering the brake pedal , i know a driver with the same issue that crashed into the side of a building a few years back.

    Gabe , from what i read you will need a letter from your Dr stating that Gabepenten is not prescribed for seizures.
    Best of luck.
     
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