Yellowboat, maybenack and others, First, Thank You for your service to our country! I am also a Vietnam Vet, but did not participate in combat. I was a support guy (ok, clerk, if you must know), but I am very sorry for the way our government (whoever is in power) treats our Vets. My unfairness gland is very sensitive and this really sets me off. I was taking Norco for a while, also Furinol #3 w/codeine, but wanted to be off the opioids. Had some cannabis issues in the 70's and I don't remember my back ever hurting then! Of course, there is a lot I don't remember about that period. Best to you with your pain treatment, and again, thanks for serving.