Forum: iSpine
03-08-2011, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,881
Judy,
Reherniation after a discectomy is...
Judy,
Reherniation after a discectomy is pretty common. Percentages of success aren't great, I believe it's 80% for first surgery, 50% -second, then going down to only 5% thereafter.
My first...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
03-07-2011, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 68
Views: 19,492
Hi J and welcome,
Sorry you had to jump...
Hi J and welcome,
Sorry you had to jump through hoops to get a diagnosis but most of us have similar stories.
TBI has a very good reputation. I do have a question though. Is there a...
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Forum: Community Support - NSR
03-05-2011, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,990
Judy,
A type A personality, huh? Me too!
...
Judy,
A type A personality, huh? Me too!
Unfortunately, this is their process, not my choice. If I want to try this, I must go through their protocols.
As for wanting it NOW - I'm quite...
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Forum: iSpine
03-05-2011, 05:25 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,881
Gil,
Please take this as from someone who...
Gil,
Please take this as from someone who has absolutely no medical expertise, just some personal experience.
Your lumbar spine is stiff in the mornings and loosens up as the day progresses. ...
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Forum: iSpine
03-04-2011, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,965
Hi longroadahead and welcome to the forum,
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Hi longroadahead and welcome to the forum,
I'm sorry for your pain but we've all walk(ed) in your shoes. Why don't you start a new thread and tell us a little bit more about yourself and what...
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Forum: Community Support - NSR
03-04-2011, 07:18 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,990
Judy,
I just had my 3rd session yesterday. ...
Judy,
I just had my 3rd session yesterday. I have to go through their basic 10, which may or may not address some of my specifics, before we tackle my tirggers. So far - nothing but I don't...
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Forum: iSpine
02-28-2011, 05:10 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 6,456
I hope everything goes well and you get the...
I hope everything goes well and you get the relief you seek from this procedure. If you read this prior to your surgery, I know how nervous and scared you feel but you've done your homework and...
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Forum: Community Support - NSR
02-28-2011, 04:54 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,990
Maria,
They say the lung damage starts...
Maria,
They say the lung damage starts reversing as soon as you quit smoking but does take at least 5 years before your lungs are considered healthy. Perhaps it's now just a waiting game.
My...
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Forum: iSpine
02-27-2011, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 14,665
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Forum: iSpine
02-26-2011, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 6,209
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Forum: Community Support - NSR
02-25-2011, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,990
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Forum: Abstracts and Articles
02-25-2011, 04:50 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 12,426
Welcome to the forum fischotter,
I think...
Welcome to the forum fischotter,
I think it's quite rare that an implant actually breaks and you had all 3 break? Now you have what can be described as sciatica pain.
I'm assuming your 4...
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Forum: Community Support - NSR
02-24-2011, 05:30 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,990
No Maria. I do not get sick, there is no...
No Maria. I do not get sick, there is no infection, it's pure asthma. I was told by my doctor that most allergies in children are due to an immature auto-immune system but adult onset asthma is...
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Forum: Community Support - NSR
02-23-2011, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,990
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Forum: iSpine
02-22-2011, 04:10 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,110
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
02-20-2011, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 11,562
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Forum: iSpine
02-20-2011, 06:45 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 5,092
Christina,
Great news about getting an ADR...
Christina,
Great news about getting an ADR in Canada. Another Canadian wasn't so lucky in just the recent past. As Hooch stated, there may be contra-indications which your surgeon will (should)...
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Forum: iSpine
02-20-2011, 06:27 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 6,209
I am sorry that you found little relief on...
I am sorry that you found little relief on something you had pinned your hopes on. Drugs can be our best friend-- also sometimes our worst enemy. You love the fact they are there but hate the need...
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Forum: Community Support - NSR
02-19-2011, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,990
The method has a protocol. Depending on the...
The method has a protocol. Depending on the severity of your allergies, asthma, they 'clear' you of basics first, then any remaining specifics. In my case I will have 10 basic sessions which may or...
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Forum: iSpine
02-19-2011, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 5,092
Hi Christina and welcome to the forum,
...
Hi Christina and welcome to the forum,
Though most of us encountered our spinal problems as adults, we all still had difficulty adjusting to no life with constant pain. I can't imagine what this...
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Forum: Community Support - NSR
02-18-2011, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,990
Nambudripad
Has anyone heard of this allergy elimination technique?
I have asthma and it's getting worse every year. I'm allergic to water products - mold, mildew, spores, etc. - and the rain sets it off, as...
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Forum: iSpine
02-18-2011, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,600
you're really not looking for an answer - you...
you're really not looking for an answer - you already know the whole bending lifting processes create havoc in backs - even healthy ones.
Soon you'll be home and on the mend again. Think ahead to...
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Forum: iSpine
02-18-2011, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 15,727
I had no problems changing doctors but then...
I had no problems changing doctors but then again, I didn't give any history over the phone, just made an appointment stating my gp thought I needed a pm.
During first appointment, I gave him my...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
02-13-2011, 06:06 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 11,562
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Forum: iSpine
02-10-2011, 05:39 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,408
Maria,
First and foremost, let me say how...
Maria,
First and foremost, let me say how sorry I am for your circumstances. Losing a parent, however expected, is losing a connection to your own self. This is how the world (is supposed to)...
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