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Success story for L4-5 ProDisc in USA
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| iSpine Discuss Success story for L4-5 ProDisc in USA in the Main forums forums; The one year anniversary of my surgery came and went with nary a thought. I'm still on some painkillers, ... |
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10-03-2007, 06:21 PM
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One Year since surgery!
The one year anniversary of my surgery came and went with nary a thought. I'm still on some painkillers, but much happier with the pain levels than before surgery. At least the painkillers work. I'm working full-time, doing pilates, riding my stationary bike, and keeping up with my husband's therapies and doctors since his stroke in March. We're both hanging in there well. He's home, and doing everything himself now except things that require two hands (buttoning, laces, etc) so at least I don't have to physically help him much anymore. The worst taking care of everything does to me is stress, which may be part of the pain as well. But I'm still very happy with my decision! The facet rhizo still seems to help the local pain as well. Now my back pain is just a minor annoyance, not a major thing, so I'm thrilled!
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Herniated disc lifting at age 19 Laminectomy at L4-5 in 1998, repeat in 2001 same level 13 docs, 9 PT's, 8 Epidurals, 3 trigger point inj, 1 Facet Block, 1 Acupuncturist, 3 Chiros and 1 child later, had L4-5 ProDisc placed 9-19-06 by Dr. Janssen in Denver, CO. Facet rhizo March, 2007, November 2007, January 2009 Had healthy baby boy #2 in Dec 2008 with use of some meds during pregnancy and nursing. 
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10-03-2007, 11:27 PM
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Michelle,
Though your circumstances still aren't optimal for your own well being, it appears that you're handling all as best you can and your back is bahaving itself. I commend you and your doctors. You said that stress is a major factor in your daily life. While this is more than understandable, stress does take its toll. I find that meditation or deep relaxation techniques can be quite beneficial. I'm not a guru or anything close but find that I carry too much inside which I'm able to release through this practice. I wish you and your husband continued success in your recoveries. All my best, Dale
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3 level Prodisc adr S1-L3, Oct 12, 2005 Dr. B in Bogen, Germany Severe nerve damage in left leg, still working on it
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03-30-2008, 01:22 AM
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18 months post-op and expecting!!
Just found out we're expecting baby #2! This may be an interesting challenge as I was still on some opiates until yesterday when the second line appeared! My surgeon cleared me to carry a baby as of my 6 WEEK post op appointment, so I'm mostly worried about the pain. Opinions are so mixed about what is safe, and there is a lot of guilt to go along with the decision.
 Regardless, I'm thrilled, and hoping for the best. Please, anyone who's been through this- I need your stories!!!
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Herniated disc lifting at age 19 Laminectomy at L4-5 in 1998, repeat in 2001 same level 13 docs, 9 PT's, 8 Epidurals, 3 trigger point inj, 1 Facet Block, 1 Acupuncturist, 3 Chiros and 1 child later, had L4-5 ProDisc placed 9-19-06 by Dr. Janssen in Denver, CO. Facet rhizo March, 2007, November 2007, January 2009 Had healthy baby boy #2 in Dec 2008 with use of some meds during pregnancy and nursing.
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03-30-2008, 04:41 AM
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Congratulations!!!!!!
How wonderful for you. I have read about a successful post adr pregnancy but Mark would be your goto person. I know it's a concern considering delivery, etc., but I'd be more concerned about lugging a 20+lb baby on your hip. Those are the muscles I'd be strengthening. I can only hold my grandson(s) for so long. I wish you all the best with this new miracle. Dale
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3 level Prodisc adr S1-L3, Oct 12, 2005 Dr. B in Bogen, Germany Severe nerve damage in left leg, still working on it
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03-31-2008, 01:51 PM
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congrats!!
Congrats!!!! Wishing you a pain free pregnancy. That is fabulous news.
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44 Year Old, mom of 3 DDD - l4-s1- woke up Feb 2005 and couldn't walk Tried PT, Injections, Accupuncture, drugs, etc. 2 level Prodisc ADR L4-S1, Feb. 18, 2008 Dr. Bertagnoli - Straubing, Germany - SUCCESS - Now I struggle with Neck Pain likely c5-7 PT, injections, rhizotomy.......MRI and CT Myleo not consistent with pain symptoms, waiting that out, keeping my passport valid
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04-09-2008, 07:25 AM
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So, minor milestone, my first 24 hours without even tylenol for pain! It only took a week and a half to get off the opiates, and amazingly I don't feel like I drank 14 pots of coffee in withdrawl! I can't sleep, but... I'm hoping the nighttime pain will stay at bay, and I'll be able to keep this up.
Anybody know if the disc is a concern with delivery? I know the curled up and pushing part of labor isn't ideal on a bad back, disc or not, but I don't think there are structrual concerns are there? I have a ProDisc-no core to slip. I'll be sure to ask my doc, but I'm a bit of an insomniac now, and the things I worry about when I can't call at 2 am!!
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Herniated disc lifting at age 19 Laminectomy at L4-5 in 1998, repeat in 2001 same level 13 docs, 9 PT's, 8 Epidurals, 3 trigger point inj, 1 Facet Block, 1 Acupuncturist, 3 Chiros and 1 child later, had L4-5 ProDisc placed 9-19-06 by Dr. Janssen in Denver, CO. Facet rhizo March, 2007, November 2007, January 2009 Had healthy baby boy #2 in Dec 2008 with use of some meds during pregnancy and nursing.
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04-09-2008, 03:55 PM
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disc during delivery
Michelle,
I've read about a few other women that have delivered and had ADR (not sure if Prodisc or Charite) tho as I recall there were no untoward events re delivery and disc prob. And I believe upon questioning Dr.Bertagnoli he thought they'd be Ok (so must have been prodisc patients).. I'd have to go back and see when you had your first baby and if that was recent and/or vaginal delivery tho if in the last several years, your delivery unless otherwise problematic would likely be easier on you, than more difficult. I have a friend whose daughter had 2 children after her 2 level lumbar fusion at L4 and L5S1 and believe it or not (I found it difficult to believe) she's fine. No further back probs. Vaginal deliveries both. Glad to hear the pain med weaning/cessation went well and hope soon you'll be able to sleep. Sounds like you're doing good so far! Keep us posted 
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