COMPARTMET SYNDROME- anyone else suffer from it?

Hi all,
I was diagnosed with compartment syndrom (shins, calfs). I have always been very active, but this intense tightening and pressure in the lower leg has greatly held me back from doing what I want to do. I had two surgeries a couple of years ago, as advised by doctor, however, they were unuccessful. I still do what I want to do. For example, Yesterday, I climbed over 100 flights of stairs, but today I am in a lot of paun. Anyone else suffer from this? Does anyone know any modern pain management techniques. Not heat, or rest.. Only insighful responses please

I don't have compartment syndrome, but I did do some quick reading on it. After 100 flights of stairs, I'm pretty sure anyone would be in a lot of pain. I know I would be, anyway. One of the things that popped out the most to me was, "Long-term (chronic) compartment syndrome can be caused by repetitive activities, such as running." Stairs would fall into this category to me. I don't know if swimming would be a feasible option for you. While it is "repetitive", it's not nearly as strenuous as running or stairs. Plus, you get excellent resistance with less stress on your body. Cycling may be an answer too.

To answer your original question of pain management, I use ice since it reduces swelling. I take styrofoam cups and fill them with water and freeze them. Peel back some of the cup so the ice is above the cup and try "massaging" your shins and calves with the ice. I go directly on my skin, but some people use towels or shirts to make the ice easier to take. I only do 10-15 minutes at a time and put the cup back in the freezer so I can use it later. I'm not at all a doctor, but this is what the athletic director in school told us to do. It worked for me, so I hope it helps you too. Another thing, you can take is an anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as Advil, Motrin or Aleve. Hope you are able to find some relief.