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Forum: iSpine 03-03-2014, 11:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,924
Posted By theBadCormorant
there is a drug by the name of Arthrotec 50 that...

there is a drug by the name of Arthrotec 50 that contains both an NSAID and a drug that reduces the production of stomach Acid. It worked well for me until a stupid doctor decided to take me of the...
Forum: iSpine 01-30-2014, 07:10 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,508
Posted By theBadCormorant
It is amazing what you can achieve if you pace...

It is amazing what you can achieve if you pace yourself with just a little bit everyday. I have started to landscape the back garden, seriously, I have started to landscape the garden, I do two or...
Forum: iSpine 01-24-2014, 12:35 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,508
Posted By theBadCormorant
As long as you're alive there is hope so don't...

As long as you're alive there is hope so don't give up - you are due a bit of good luck so may be the op will turn out much better than you think.

In any case I am sure surgeons give worst case...
Forum: iSpine 01-23-2014, 11:16 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,508
Posted By theBadCormorant
As I said before, the very best of luck, your...

As I said before, the very best of luck, your situation sounds truly frightening.

It would appear from your posts that your problems started in your early twenties, what is the root cause of your...
Forum: iSpine 01-22-2014, 04:09 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,508
Posted By theBadCormorant
very best of luck

very best of luck
Forum: iSpine 01-22-2014, 12:58 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,508
Posted By theBadCormorant
I see, the reflex is an indication of a...

I see, the reflex is an indication of a neurological problem elsewhere within the spinal column - presumably similar to when the knee reflex does a double or treble kick. So not a good sign.

I...
Forum: iSpine 01-21-2014, 01:04 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,508
Posted By theBadCormorant
a brief read on it and it would appear it is all...

a brief read on it and it would appear it is all to do with spinal fluid and can affect the facial nerves. did this happen after the botched epidural ?
Forum: Community Support - NSR 01-21-2014, 12:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,444
Posted By theBadCormorant
I was curious about the firing order too and that...

I was curious about the firing order too and that is how I picked up on it. (have worked as a diesel/truck mechanic so always a little fascinated by engines)

Radial engines always sound very...
Forum: iSpine 01-21-2014, 12:34 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,508
Posted By theBadCormorant
hmmm, I have just been trying that test on myself...

hmmm, I have just been trying that test on myself and I can't get any reflex reaction out of my thumb on either hand - I'm worrying now, didn't think there was anything much wrong with my neck...
...
Forum: iSpine 01-13-2014, 10:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,968
Posted By theBadCormorant
In 2008 I ruptured the L4-L5 disc, the wording on...

In 2008 I ruptured the L4-L5 disc, the wording on the MRI results went something like "the disc is contacting and displacing the L4 nerve root" The pain I had was astonishing couldn't even get to my...
Forum: Community Support - NSR 01-13-2014, 12:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,444
Posted By theBadCormorant
It isn't firing on the 'Ten To' cylinder ! would...

It isn't firing on the 'Ten To' cylinder ! would guess it will feel a bit rough :-)
Forum: Community Support - NSR 12-16-2013, 12:25 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,404
Posted By theBadCormorant
More Mad Cures

I might give this one a miss myself, but purely out of the bizarreness of it all I thought I would share this. The smile you get at the ludicrousness of it all may be of more benefit.

Chinese...
Forum: iSpine 11-20-2013, 04:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,278
Posted By theBadCormorant
What were his symptoms before the surgery ?

What were his symptoms before the surgery ?
Forum: iSpine 11-13-2013, 11:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,608
Posted By theBadCormorant
Coming from Scotland, the USA does seem very odd...

Coming from Scotland, the USA does seem very odd in the money grabbing attitude it has to looking after their own citizens. Is it really true that if you don't have money you don't get treated (other...
Forum: iSpine 11-13-2013, 10:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,218
Posted By theBadCormorant
Found this on Wiki Link...

Found this on Wiki Link (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clay-shoveler_fracture) interesting mechanism for the injury that coined the name


Ringo: sounds truly awful, I didn't quite get your...
Forum: iSpine 10-22-2013, 10:21 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,557
Posted By theBadCormorant
This is usually a symptom and not a cause - A...

This is usually a symptom and not a cause - A problem in or around the spine causes muscles to go into spasm, these muscles shorten and pull the pelvis out of alignment which in turn makes one leg...
Forum: iSpine 10-19-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,120
Posted By theBadCormorant
Could we have a list somewhere with all the...

Could we have a list somewhere with all the acronyms
Shortness of breath ?
Swiss Francs ? :)


Judy - you sound so positive considering the horrors you are going through - well done you, and...
Forum: iSpine 10-17-2013, 11:43 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,557
Posted By theBadCormorant
Nothing that major in comparison to some on here....

Nothing that major in comparison to some on here. Long story so I will try and condense it down to a brief outline.

Early 40s, was first signs of problems, really minor stuff, bit stiff from time...
Forum: iSpine 10-16-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,216
Posted By theBadCormorant
It would appear that "Kissing Spine" is a problem...

It would appear that "Kissing Spine" is a problem within horses, and has no relevance to the human spine.

From what I understand, the "Spinious Process" in a horse is much more pronounced than it...
Forum: iSpine 10-16-2013, 12:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,216
Posted By theBadCormorant
Being able to kiss your own knees could well be a...

Being able to kiss your own knees could well be a sign of a healthy spine. I now need to boil myself in the bath for at least 30 minutes before being able to perform this show of super spinal...
Forum: iSpine 10-15-2013, 11:07 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,557
Posted By theBadCormorant
I can never make my mind up whether the NHS do...

I can never make my mind up whether the NHS do very little for back problems because there is not much they can do, and doing nothing is the best course of action, or, do they do bugger all because...
Forum: iSpine 10-08-2013, 11:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,987
Posted By theBadCormorant
Each of the nerves that run down and exit the...

Each of the nerves that run down and exit the spine supply fairly predictable areas of the body. Take a look at this map LINK (http://www.apparelyzed.com/dermatome.html) and the Wikipedia web page...
Forum: iSpine 10-07-2013, 07:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,987
Posted By theBadCormorant
Is all your pain within in the same Dermatone?...

Is all your pain within in the same Dermatone? Presumably there is a nerve being irritated somewhere that is sending a load of nonsense signals to your brain - best of luck, I now how frustrating...
Forum: iSpine 10-07-2013, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,886
Posted By theBadCormorant
Bizarre cures and remedies

First of all and most importantly the following could very well be very dangerous, so don't go trying it without first seeking advise from a heart specialist - IT COULD KILL YOU !

I had quite a...
Forum: iSpine 09-27-2013, 06:46 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,557
Posted By theBadCormorant
Are you British ? As curious as it may seem, very...

Are you British ? As curious as it may seem, very eminent surgeons in the UK drop the doctor bit and revert back to being known as Mr, Mrs or Miss - Apparently it is quite an honour for fellow...
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