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Forum: iSpine 04-09-2009, 01:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,283
Posted By Eastex
I have had a few of these at different hospitals....

I have had a few of these at different hospitals. The first place basically rolled me back and wiped the area, then a shot to numb you, and then the injection. It didn't hurt that bad. The first shot...
Forum: iSpine 04-07-2009, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,548
Posted By Eastex
I am on 10mg Opana-ER 2x a day too. I didn't...

I am on 10mg Opana-ER 2x a day too. I didn't notice too much from it in 3 weeks. I told my pain mgmt doctor this last Wednesday when I was about to get SI and Facet Injections. He told me to wait a...
Forum: iSpine 03-13-2009, 10:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,136
Posted By Eastex
Kathy, I agree with Dale on the IV. I am not a...

Kathy,
I agree with Dale on the IV. I am not a fan of that or blood being taken. When I had my epidural for nerve pain after surgery, they gave me an IV. I never had one for my epidurals before...
Forum: iSpine 03-05-2009, 11:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,830
Posted By Eastex
Mark, I thought more spouses would of been on...

Mark,
I thought more spouses would of been on the caregiver forum by now. I talked to my wife about sharing some information or asking some questions. Well, I think with my surgery and a lot of the...
Forum: iSpine 03-05-2009, 11:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,976
Posted By Eastex
Kathy, Ask your doctor about taking Tricor for...

Kathy,
Ask your doctor about taking Tricor for your triglycerides. Mine were super high. I can't remember what they were exactly, but I am pretty sure they were a couple hundred more! It scared me...
Forum: iSpine 03-04-2009, 11:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,585
Posted By Eastex
Kathy, We were talking about this on another...

Kathy,
We were talking about this on another post, but have you tried Neilmed sinus rinse or a netipot for your allergies. It flushes out all that crap that is in the air. Can they hide some of the...
Forum: iSpine 03-04-2009, 11:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,663
Posted By Eastex
I use the sinus rinse by Neilmed. I have a friend...

I use the sinus rinse by Neilmed. I have a friend that uses the netipot. We both agree that these work well for allergy and sinus issues.
Forum: iSpine 03-03-2009, 09:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,585
Posted By Eastex
Kathy, I just went through with a ALIF and I...

Kathy,
I just went through with a ALIF and I was scared also. I had many questions running through my head too. I almost got up and left the hospital, but I thought about all the pain that I had...
Forum: iSpine 02-26-2009, 03:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,786
Posted By Eastex
CT Scan looked alright. Had the epidural and I...

CT Scan looked alright. Had the epidural and I can't tell yet if it working. Nerve pain seems to be lower, but my muscles still feel crampy.
Forum: iSpine 02-24-2009, 11:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,288
Posted By Eastex
That is Great!! I was just reading your previous...

That is Great!! I was just reading your previous posts and you posted this new one with the good news. Everything will work out with the baby. Keep on being positive about everything and it will be...
Forum: iSpine 02-24-2009, 11:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,786
Posted By Eastex
I hope I haven't moved wrong or anything. I feel...

I hope I haven't moved wrong or anything. I feel great besides the leg. I have back pain every once in a while, especially when I sit. I have caught myself trying to twist a few times. I guess I will...
Forum: iSpine 02-24-2009, 04:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,786
Posted By Eastex
They sent me up to the local hospital yesterday...

They sent me up to the local hospital yesterday to make sure I didn't have a clot. I received good news and was sent back home. Not being able to drive is frustrating. I had to get a buddy to take me...
Forum: iSpine 02-23-2009, 03:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,786
Posted By Eastex
I wish I could take Lyrica instead of Neurontin....

I wish I could take Lyrica instead of Neurontin. My wife would definitely be out the door if I got back on it. We are going through tough times and the Lyrica made me a monster last time. I may ask...
Forum: iSpine 02-23-2009, 03:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,405
Posted By Eastex
Mark, When the nerve pain started it made my...

Mark,
When the nerve pain started it made my leg hurt worse when I tried to urinate. That has seemed to stop now. My leg just burns real bad down the back side almost all the time. It is keeping me...
Forum: iSpine 02-21-2009, 12:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,405
Posted By Eastex
I got concerned about my incision and went to see...

I got concerned about my incision and went to see the vascular surgeon yesterday. I really didn't like waiting till Tuesday, since I could see blood under the steristrips. It is sealed up and looking...
Forum: iSpine 02-21-2009, 12:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,786
Posted By Eastex
Severe nerve pain after ALIF

It is 6am and I have been up since 3. I am only getting a couple of hours of sleep because my right leg has been having nerve pain. It is more painful than before surgery. Did anyone have this pain...
Forum: iSpine 02-20-2009, 12:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,405
Posted By Eastex
I am home!!!

Hello friends! I am home, sore and bored. I am not really a movie person, but I have lost count of how many I have seen. My wife has been like an angel sent to help. I am sure she is really ready...
Forum: iSpine 02-20-2009, 12:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,514
Posted By Eastex
Linda, I may of been in the same area as you...

Linda,
I may of been in the same area as you yesterday. I was at TS&JH having an x-ray and getting staples removed. I hope you are feeling better and your injection went alright.
Forum: Insurance Issues 02-03-2009, 05:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,605
Posted By Eastex
At first my insurance considered ADR...

At first my insurance considered ADR experimental. The Surgeon appealed and was told that UHC was going to approve ADR in about 6 months. I was tired of waiting and started seeing another surgeon for...
Forum: iSpine 02-02-2009, 05:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,000
Posted By Eastex
I started reading your surgery blog. I decided to...

I started reading your surgery blog. I decided to stop, because it started getting me nervous about my upcoming surgery this Friday. I will read it when I am recovering and then I can relate a little...
Forum: iSpine 01-29-2009, 06:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,972
Posted By Eastex
I totally agree with the caring for a loved one...

I totally agree with the caring for a loved one forum. We are having problems now, and after my surgery I am afraid it is going to get worse. If she will get on here, I think she could let some of...
Forum: iSpine 01-28-2009, 06:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,183
Posted By Eastex
Kathy, You are in my prayers and everything...

Kathy,
You are in my prayers and everything will be ok. Give it a little more time and God's plan will all come together for you. I hope you got out of DFW or Love field without ice problems. We...
Forum: iSpine 01-28-2009, 06:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,701
Posted By Eastex
I like that saying Dale. I will have to borrow...

I like that saying Dale. I will have to borrow that one from you. Once I started losing my hair, I said screw it and shaved it all. One of my concerns now is what is going to happen when it is bill...
Forum: iSpine 01-27-2009, 11:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,701
Posted By Eastex
Surgery Next Friday

I got the call that I will be going under the knife next Friday. My pre-op is this Friday and I am scared s***less!! But, I need to remember that this is what I needed and wanted. I have decided on...
Forum: iSpine 01-26-2009, 07:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,958
Posted By Eastex
All that I know is that I am still hurting after...

All that I know is that I am still hurting after mine. I am back at my worse pain level that I ever had. I now see that I wasn't doing too bad before my disco. But, I don't regret having it done.
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