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Forum: iSpine 07-21-2011, 11:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,543
Posted By Eastex
I tried Lyrica a few years ago and I was told...

I tried Lyrica a few years ago and I was told that it was a major cause of my divorce. I was a "monster" on it. I think it was the stress of my constant pain on both of us and I do admit I had some...
Forum: iSpine 08-10-2010, 01:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,461
Posted By Eastex
Linda, I had a fusion at L5/S1 on 2/6/09. I...

Linda,
I had a fusion at L5/S1 on 2/6/09. I could of gotten a ADR, but I felt uncomfortable with the devices to chose from. They haven't been out there in patients long enough to prove that they are...
Forum: iSpine 07-05-2010, 01:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,011
Posted By Eastex
I also suffer from coccyx pain. I tried the...

I also suffer from coccyx pain. I tried the stimulator for the three day trial a few months ago. I had to turn it up to such a high level to feel relief around my tailbone that my legs would about...
Forum: iSpine 06-30-2010, 11:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,545
Posted By Eastex
Trying Savella now

My pain mgmt doc has now put me on Savella. Out of neurontin and Lyrica this stuff seems to actually work!! It knocked me out, but I am getting used to it now. It came in a titration pack and I am on...
Forum: iSpine 03-01-2010, 04:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,704
Posted By Eastex
Statin Causing Leg Pain?

Hello everybody,
It's been a while since I posted anything, but I am still dealing with severe leg and tailbone pain after my L5/S1 Fusion. As of 2/6/10, I was 1 year post op. Their recent attempt...
Forum: iSpine 08-10-2009, 04:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,341
Posted By Eastex
Thank you Dale. There are a lot of people in town...

Thank you Dale. There are a lot of people in town who use him so that is where she basing her decision from. Most of them are her age (65) or older. Most of them also have second surgeries done by...
Forum: iSpine 08-09-2009, 09:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,341
Posted By Eastex
Please find out more for us Mark. My pain doc...

Please find out more for us Mark. My pain doc told me a lot, but I want other opinions. He told me it was a small amount and if it didn't work the pump would be there for morphine.I have my EMG this...
Forum: iSpine 08-06-2009, 11:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,341
Posted By Eastex
Maria, No Brain Fog!!! I think it is Medtronics...

Maria,
No Brain Fog!!! I think it is Medtronics that is doing this trial. I don't have my DVD's with me right now to look at name on them. I had my MRI with contrast last night. So I am waiting on...
Forum: iSpine 08-03-2009, 11:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,644
Posted By Eastex
Dale, It seems that it is looking like that I...

Dale,
It seems that it is looking like that I may be on mobic for the rest of my life. I did not have the same relief from the Voltarin cream that you did. It seemed to help on my back, but it's my...
Forum: iSpine 08-01-2009, 10:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,341
Posted By Eastex
Neurontin in pain pump trial

Has anybody heard or done the trial where they are installing a pain pump in your belly fat to give the spine doses of neurontin. My Pain Mgmt Doc offered this tto me yesterday. I am just not sure if...
Forum: iSpine 07-03-2009, 09:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,030
Posted By Eastex
Gil, May I suggest Texas Spine and Joint...

Gil,
May I suggest Texas Spine and Joint Hospital in Tyler, TX? They were ranked #1 in Texas for spine surgery. Dr. Charles Gordon is a very good surgeon and he explains and answers everything. I...
Forum: iSpine 06-28-2009, 02:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,645
Posted By Eastex
I am not sure, but my paper work says "CERVIVAL,...

I am not sure, but my paper work says "CERVIVAL, THORACIC, AND LUMBOSACRAL NEUROTOMY INFORMATION" What is a Neurotomy and why is it helpful?
"This procedure is done to treat pain caused by facet...
Forum: iSpine 06-25-2009, 10:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,645
Posted By Eastex
Neurotomy

Has anyone had a neurotomy done. I am going on 7/1 and 7/15 to have one.
Forum: iSpine 06-09-2009, 12:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,320
Posted By Eastex
Embarrassing question for men

I have a very embarrassing question for the men. After my fusion at L5/S1 I have noticed something strange. Before I orgasm, I start to ejaculate. It is not a shooting type, it just slowly comes out....
Forum: iSpine 06-04-2009, 11:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,813
Posted By Eastex
This is the only way I can remeber all of these...

This is the only way I can remeber all of these questions! I appreciate all the advise again. I thought I would be all better and wouldn't have to bug you anymore!
Forum: iSpine 06-04-2009, 10:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,813
Posted By Eastex
Mark, I feel like I did before surgery. Not as...

Mark,
I feel like I did before surgery. Not as bad, but it is still annoying
Forum: iSpine 06-04-2009, 06:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,813
Posted By Eastex
The pain has gotten worse the last two weeks. My...

The pain has gotten worse the last two weeks. My knees seem to ache now. It feels like my legs are buzzing. I am about to up my nuerontin tomorrow. The doc started me off with one nightly for four...
Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs 06-02-2009, 11:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,240
Posted By Eastex
It seems we are going through the same nerve...

It seems we are going through the same nerve issues! I started a new thread about this issue before I read this. I hope everything is steadily getting better for you.
Forum: iSpine 06-02-2009, 10:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,813
Posted By Eastex
Legs numb, but burning 5 Mo. post op

Has anybody had a numb feeling in both legs after surgery? It is strange because they burn all the way down too. I am at 5 months post-op on the sixth of this month. I recently stopped my PT until...
Forum: iSpine 05-27-2009, 09:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,698
Posted By Eastex
Would some PT help this from getting any worse?

Would some PT help this from getting any worse?
Forum: iSpine 05-27-2009, 12:01 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,093
Posted By Eastex
I should of started another post! But, I think it...

I should of started another post! But, I think it all reflects on the subject that was started. The pain doc increased my opana, cymbalta, and put me on Naprelan also. Kept me on Hydrocodone at the...
Forum: iSpine 05-18-2009, 04:37 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,093
Posted By Eastex
Sorry I haven't posted for a while. I see my pain...

Sorry I haven't posted for a while. I see my pain management doctor tomorrow and I am going to tell him that the pain is driving me nuts. I went to see Kenny Chesney Friday night, and I woke up...
Forum: iSpine 05-11-2009, 07:58 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,093
Posted By Eastex
I want to thank every one that posted on this. I...

I want to thank every one that posted on this. I too am suffering from depression and it was nice to read these comments. I can see that everyone goes through these feelings. I was in severe pain for...
Forum: iSpine 04-21-2009, 05:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,301
Posted By Eastex
I had a fusion at L5/S1 on February 6th. The...

I had a fusion at L5/S1 on February 6th. The recovery hasn't been too bad. I was in the Hospital for 3 days and off work for 8 weeks. I am still having some nerve pain and I am getting another...
Forum: iSpine 04-11-2009, 11:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,070
Posted By Eastex
Smile I was told to wait for 2 weeks. No way. Believe...

I was told to wait for 2 weeks. No way. Believe me, I tried because I am a guy. We just watched each other do our own thing. I would think oral sex would be alright. Well again I am guy! :D
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