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Old 04-01-2009, 03:06 PM
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Default Tomorrow is the big day

just wanted to update everyone, i go in for my ALIF tomorrow i will post as soon as i get home
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Old 04-01-2009, 03:35 PM
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Oh, good luck. I hope everything goes well, and that you end up with no pain. I look forward to reading your post-surgery blog, and following your recovery.
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46 years old. 12-15 years of intermittent pain, 2 years with constant pain.

DDD, L4-5 and L5-S1, pain confirmed by discogram.
PT, ESI's, Facet injection and block, Acupuncture - all no help.

2-level (Prodisc-L) ADR surgery with Dr. Bertagnoli, May 26, 2009.

Currently taking Opana-ER (tapering off) and oxycodone
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Old 04-01-2009, 04:06 PM
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looking for great news... all the best... keep us posted!

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2009 C3-C4, C5-C6-C7, T1-T2 ProDisc-C Nova
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Old 04-01-2009, 04:25 PM
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may the force be with you and your doctor tomorrow.
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2003 mri,xrays,shots,emg
2004 discogram ouch pos l4 l5
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surgery with dr. bertagnoli aug 2nd 2006 in Bogen Germany Successfully ProDisc-L L-4 L-5
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Old 04-01-2009, 04:38 PM
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Here's to a very successful surgery that eliminates your pain.

Bless you,

Cindylou
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bicycle accident 6/01: 2 compression fractures @ T12-L1; vertibroplasty; 4/06: right hip labral tear & arthroscopic repair; 4/07: lumbar prodiscs @ 3 levels, L3-6 by Dr. Bertagnoli; 7/02/08: ALIF L6-S1; 7/30/08: reopened to remove bone cement, leaked onto S1 nerve root; 8/08: pulmonary embolism, double pneumonia, collapsed left lung, pleurisy, pleural effusion; ALIF fusion complete; 3/10/09: SI Joint Fusion by Dr. Stark; Jury still out.
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Old 04-01-2009, 04:42 PM
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Here's hoping that pain free days lay ahead. I wish you every luck, Dale
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Old 04-02-2009, 02:29 AM
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I'l say a prayer for you and can't wait to see you on the other side!
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Numerous MRI's, PT, chiropractic, accupuncture, TENS therapy, massage therapy, facet injections, epidural injections, Nerve study, Discogram, confirms pain in L4/5, IDET, decompression, Bi-lateral neurotomy L3/4/5, denied by insurance twice, in Active L clinical trial, had surgery March 17, 2009 in Miami, FL- received Active L disc
Had Baby #3 after ADR!
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Old 04-02-2009, 04:03 AM
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My best wishes for a very successful surgery.
Phylly
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Old 04-02-2009, 12:23 PM
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Everything should be okay, the rest is in God's hands and, a great surgeon!

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MRI, EMG, Facet Injections, Epidural Blocks, Lumbar Discogram.
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Old 04-02-2009, 12:38 PM
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Today is the big day. I know your ALIF will be successful--keep us posted, as we do care.
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Old 04-05-2009, 07:03 PM
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Default i have made it to the other side

well its now Sunday, 4 days post op
still very sore and gassy lol i have to say the nurses at the "UNION HOSPITALin LYNN MA.have made my stay there incredible the where so nice even though i know i wasnt all the time lol
well its day 4 and i've been up walking since the second day after
still having difficulties with standing and sitting and laying but once i get there its not so bad i really guess i should have picked a better time to quit smoking to but go for it all anyways thats all for now so to anyone going in for an ALIF i give it the thumbs up so far
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Old 04-06-2009, 01:07 AM
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Actually it's a great time to quit smoking as you will heal better by not re-engaging your addiction. Your body needs to concentrate on healing rather than being re-injured by resuming cigarette usage.

I am glad it sounds like your surgery was a success so far.

Hang in there and lean on us for support as most of us have been where you are at now.

Terry Newton
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MRI, EMG, Facet Injections, Epidural Blocks, Lumbar Discogram.
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Old 04-06-2009, 01:36 AM
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Isn't it great that nothing but healing is before you? All the stress and worry is behind you and it sounds like you're doing fine. Keep up the good work and keep us posted.

Sending you good vibes, Dale
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Old 04-06-2009, 11:40 AM
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So good that you are on the other side SS8. As I was reading some of the above responses to you, I stopped in my tracks. How great is it that we/you have this incredible support system? We are so fortunate. I, too, had ALIF last summer, and I found the healing to go rather smoothly. The biggest challenge is the no bending, twisting, etc for a LONG time, to encourage the fusing process. You should feel better and better every day. Did your doctor go in both anterior and posteriorly? My best to you for smooth sailing.

Cindylou
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Old 04-06-2009, 06:20 PM
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Congratulations on being on the other side now. I hope your recovery goes smoothly. Take it slow, let your body heal.
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46 years old. 12-15 years of intermittent pain, 2 years with constant pain.

DDD, L4-5 and L5-S1, pain confirmed by discogram.
PT, ESI's, Facet injection and block, Acupuncture - all no help.

2-level (Prodisc-L) ADR surgery with Dr. Bertagnoli, May 26, 2009.

Currently taking Opana-ER (tapering off) and oxycodone
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Old 04-06-2009, 09:00 PM
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Thanks for keeping us posted...it sounds like you are doing well. CL gives very good advice concerning the fusing process. Remember to take things slow and best of luck with quitting smoking. Your body will thank you--the fusion will take much better if you remove the hypoxia (decreased oxygen delivery to tissues) created by smoking.
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1997 Snow Skiing Injury
Laminotomy L4/L5 (3.7.97--17 years old)
1999 & 2003 MVA (not at fault both times)
Grade V Tears L4/L5 & L5/L6
2-Level ProDisc® L4/L5 & L5/L6* *lumbosacral transitional vertebra (11.15.03--23 years old)
Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli -- dr-bertagnoli.com
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Old 04-08-2009, 04:16 AM
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