I can totally relate w/ the back and leg pain....I haven't completely tapered to 0 yet, just started from 7.5 to 5 mg a day about a week ago. But the cramps and pain have been severe for about 2 months now...I haven't decided to go on any comfort drugs like suboxone. But I do take some alieve @ night so the cramps don't keep me from getting sleep (most of the time, there are still some nights it's tough). I do walk my dog at night which seems to help keep the muscles in legs loose. The energy factor hasn't really hit me. I also have "direction" now and do alot of praying, which helps tremendously. Plus I have alot of other issues going on in my life right now so it's been a rough road......