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Forum: iSpine 03-15-2008, 02:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,904
Posted By martyusa
It's like the doctor that tells the patient he'll...

It's like the doctor that tells the patient he'll never walk again only for him to be driven and determined to walk. Although the pain is severe, he finds the right people who actually care about his...
Forum: iSpine 03-14-2008, 01:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,904
Posted By martyusa
Let me tell ya what you do with that curve ball....

Let me tell ya what you do with that curve ball. You crack that damn thing 450' dead center field with the bases loaded. That's what you do.



I had a very good client give me great advice one...
Forum: iSpine 03-09-2008, 01:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,343
Posted By martyusa
I will tell you this. For the longest time I...

I will tell you this. For the longest time I thought I was going crazy. From myself and the doctors looking at the size of the bulge, it wasn't making sense for the pain level I was having. Now...
Forum: iSpine 03-09-2008, 01:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,868
Posted By martyusa
Mark, you just freaked me out. I read the...

Mark, you just freaked me out.

I read the title to the thread and the Marine came out in me immediately. When you said strike, I thought you meant STRIKE, as in a military strike.....

I'm sure...
Forum: iSpine 02-27-2008, 05:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,343
Posted By martyusa
Discogram results

The only thing I have thus far are the immediate pain indicators. This was a lumbar discogram and 3 needles were used...

L-3/L-4 only mild pressure

L-4/L-5 Mild pain when the disc was...
Forum: iSpine 02-27-2008, 01:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,010
Posted By martyusa
Ironic that you post this the day before my...

Ironic that you post this the day before my discogram...The doctor had mentioned nothing to me as such, but it just seems like common sense to me. I mean whats the point in finding the pain...
Forum: iSpine 02-15-2008, 12:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,904
Posted By martyusa
I've heard some of the same stories.....Yes you...

I've heard some of the same stories.....Yes you have a herniation and an annular tear, with DDD and radiculitis, but we don't see how it could be causing that much pain and problems.....blah blah...
Forum: iSpine 01-07-2008, 01:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,325
Posted By martyusa
Thanks for the update, Mark. I passed this onto...

Thanks for the update, Mark. I passed this onto my Wifes employer @ the hospital. According to her, they do not prescribe this all that often. But, knowledge is power.
Forum: iSpine 01-03-2008, 06:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,713
Posted By martyusa
After a long discussion with Dr. Foti, we have...

After a long discussion with Dr. Foti, we have come to the conclusion that maybe a micro-laminectomy may not be the best long term option. We talked quite a bit my expectations, risks and goals.
...
Forum: iSpine 01-02-2008, 07:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,373
Posted By martyusa
LOL, that's the funny thing. Years of MMA and no...

LOL, that's the funny thing. Years of MMA and no problems. I though the tire was doing just fine. Then BLAM, a blowout.
Forum: iSpine 01-02-2008, 04:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,373
Posted By martyusa
Ever since I have started having problems I have...

Ever since I have started having problems I have face this dilemma.

We know that DDD will usually, eventually cause the disc to collapse if those who have the problem lead active lifestyles....
Forum: iSpine 12-30-2007, 02:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,742
Posted By martyusa
I am no where as bad off as some of you. I have...

I am no where as bad off as some of you. I have tried kneeling chairs and an exercise ball. The only relief that I seem to get is frequent breaks from sitting and sit the best way possible to be as...
Forum: iSpine 12-23-2007, 03:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,713
Posted By martyusa
Thanks for the input, everyone.... I know I...

Thanks for the input, everyone....

I know I will have to alter my lifestyle, somewhat. I am very active in sports. Martial arts for over 20 years, Bodybuilding for the last 7 years, flag football,...
Forum: iSpine 12-23-2007, 05:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,713
Posted By martyusa
Dilema and need guidance

I had made a post a while back about my situation.

Brief history. L5-S1 bulge with mild DDD. He now believes the disc is a bit worse and a possible herniation. Pain was only down right leg and is...
Forum: iSpine 11-28-2007, 11:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,783
Posted By martyusa
I guess it would depend on what was making them...

I guess it would depend on what was making them sore. The calf is usually the first group to start cramping up when running or over working them. Taurine is great for cramping calf muscles. If it's...
Forum: iSpine 11-16-2007, 01:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,727
Posted By martyusa
Mark, The pain in my (R) leg seems to be...

Mark,

The pain in my (R) leg seems to be getting a bit easier to tolerate. It is staying more focused in the Back and Glutes. It's a weird feeling as it almost feels like it is a tickly burning...
Forum: iSpine 11-14-2007, 11:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,727
Posted By martyusa
That's what I am looking for. I am not ready to...

That's what I am looking for. I am not ready to give all that up as of yet.

I have looked at the ProDisc and am still waiting for the Maverick to get approval. There is another product out there...
Forum: iSpine 11-13-2007, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,727
Posted By martyusa
Thanks for the reply and suggestions.. I...

Thanks for the reply and suggestions..

I think this is more of a mental situation if anything. I had a competition in July I was getting ready for and this just throws it right out of the window....
Forum: iSpine 11-12-2007, 03:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,727
Posted By martyusa
The first MRI in June, Read- L5-S1 Tiny Disc...

The first MRI in June, Read- L5-S1 Tiny Disc Protrusion no narrowing and no loss of disc signal. All of the other discs were fine.

The MRI in Sept., Read - L5-S1 Small disc bulge with an annular...
Forum: iSpine 11-11-2007, 11:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,727
Posted By martyusa
40 Year old L5-S1 Problems..

Hello all.

Nice informative place you have here and I am seeking some advice, or should I say some information so I can make an educated decision. I apologize if I ramble, but these damn pain...
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