"i am 25. i started using butrans 3 weeks ago. it has been a life saver - i started taking it for pain after wanting to stop popping the percocets. i was optimistic, but honestly didn&#039;t have much faith in it. to my surprise the butrans has relieved my pain since day 1. if i do something that aggravates my back such as standing or walking for extended periods of time, then i get some back pain, but its really nothing compared to what i am used to. i am very thankful for having found out about this patch. it has influenced my life in so many positive ways so far. i was frustrated physically and emotionally prior to starting butrans, i feel much more happier now. my pain is from spinal reconstruction to correct severe scoliosis - 2008."