I would be interested to know if CBD (cannabidiol — a major phytocannabinoid found in hemp and marijuana) would treat this sort of pain. I have a tincture of CBD from hemp — legal in all states — but am fortunate to have no real pain at the moment to attempt to treat. CBD would be expected to be fairly effective at treating the type of pain with a strong psychological component, like when you think about the pain (unavoidable sometimes) it gets a lot worse.
MMJ works for many old age pains. It’s better than the evil opiads.