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Forum: iSpine 12-19-2006, 07:01 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,301
Posted By Poncho
Least Invasive Measures First :)

Dear Blair,

I know that you initially requested someone in their mid 20's - early 30's for support. I don't know if I would count or not. However, I was first injured when 30 and I'm now 37.
...
Forum: iSpine 11-27-2006, 09:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,058
Posted By Poncho
I'm scared to death of skiing. I never really...

I'm scared to death of skiing. I never really learned how to in the flat plains in Ohio. But if I go, I'll take notes and watch you pros. :)

However, what I have told Mark in the past.....When I...
Forum: iSpine 11-26-2006, 10:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,682
Posted By Poncho
CALLA, Feel free to ask us ANY question on...

CALLA,

Feel free to ask us ANY question on here. - There was a time that I didn't know what ADR meant because it was sooooo new (and still is for some docs and patients). We all have to start...
Forum: iSpine 11-26-2006, 09:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,083
Posted By Poncho
Mark, I believe that insurance companies are...

Mark,

I believe that insurance companies are beginning to "warm up" to the idea of sending patients abroad for procedures because they .... well lets face it....cost less. I will try to find the...
Forum: iSpine 11-24-2006, 08:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,441
Posted By Poncho
Hi Calla, I am not sure what he means by a...

Hi Calla,

I am not sure what he means by a "stress" lumbar study. However, if it is involving flexion and extension - that is just a plain old X-ray with you bending over in one film and arching...
Forum: Community Support - NSR 11-23-2006, 08:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,032
Posted By Poncho
I agree Paulette. There are a lot of things to...

I agree Paulette. There are a lot of things to be thankful for.

I hope that those who are suffering are able to find some peace from the torture of chronic pain soon.

Wishing everyone a Happy...
Forum: Community Support - NSR 11-23-2006, 08:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,311
Posted By Poncho
So, did the garage smell like mint? :) ...

So, did the garage smell like mint? :)

That is easy to do... I know I've left popcicles out before...
Forum: iSpine 11-23-2006, 05:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,012
Posted By Poncho
I am all for "cost effectiveness" - however, I...

I am all for "cost effectiveness" - however, I just wonder if this surgeon has been involved in any research and what his outcomes are.
Forum: iSpine 11-21-2006, 07:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,123
Posted By Poncho
I know of electric stimulation for bone growth? ...

I know of electric stimulation for bone growth? Is this what you are referring to? It has electric pads on it like a TENS unit, but used for this purpose???

OR

The TENS unit to break up the...
Forum: iSpine 11-21-2006, 06:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,058
Posted By Poncho
Doreen, I can't believe it has been 3 years...

Doreen,

I can't believe it has been 3 years already. I could run too, but I choose not to.

Just happy to be where I'm at in life.

You go Wonder Woman!!!
Forum: iSpine 11-18-2006, 10:44 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,626
Posted By Poncho
Yes, you see - Progress!!! Re: Titanium - as...

Yes, you see - Progress!!!

Re: Titanium - as the DeBeers commercial says....A diamond is forever ;)

And for those of us that have been in this fight - hopefully titanium is forever too. :) -...
Forum: iSpine 11-17-2006, 08:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,091
Posted By Poncho
I just want to add here that I witnessed the...

I just want to add here that I witnessed the activity online by Mark just prior to his surgery with Dr. Zeegers in Germany and thereafter This was way before ADR became well known here in the US.
...
Forum: iSpine 11-17-2006, 08:29 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,626
Posted By Poncho
Hi Eddie, I am not sure which is hurting you...

Hi Eddie,

I am not sure which is hurting you the most - LBP or nerve pain? Has either subsided?

I would say that the LBP began going away within a week or two (in my case). You have to...
Forum: iSpine 11-03-2006, 06:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,431
Posted By Poncho
Insurance Company

A very comprehensive answer Mark!

As I learn more about business stuff (I'm in an MBA cirriculum) - I am learning that many businesses have a conflict of interest of some sort or other.

With...
Forum: iSpine 10-29-2006, 07:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,476
Posted By Poncho
It is good to hear that you are getting to the...

It is good to hear that you are getting to the bottom of your spine condition! I certainly hope you receive relief soon.

Fortitudine, I couldn't agree with you more regarding the dismissive...
Forum: iSpine 10-21-2006, 06:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,134
Posted By Poncho
The pneumonia shot works well too to prevent...

The pneumonia shot works well too to prevent illnesses like this.
Forum: iSpine 10-21-2006, 06:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,134
Posted By Poncho
I haven't heard of any problems nor am I aware of...

I haven't heard of any problems nor am I aware of them with getting the flu shot.

Perhaps something to ask the pharmacist.
Forum: iSpine 10-17-2006, 07:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,719
Posted By Poncho
Yeah!!!

One thing you have proved here Maria is that persistence pays off!

I hope to see you on the other side of this soon.

TTYL,
Poncho
Forum: iSpine 10-16-2006, 06:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,322
Posted By Poncho
Moderating

Thank-you Mark and Fortitudine,

I am flattered that you asked me to assume a moderator position here.

I hope to help and support anyone with a spine issue. I do feel that spine related issues...
Forum: iSpine 10-16-2006, 06:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,441
Posted By Poncho
Anticonvulsants

I "remember" trying the neurontin, ramped up to 1,200mg per day and was in an Altzheimer's type state. No relief from the traveling pain from the back down the leg unfortunately. Then, ramped down....
Forum: iSpine 10-09-2006, 08:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,765
Posted By Poncho
Hey nopain, I would have to second your...

Hey nopain,

I would have to second your thought here. I agree because (even though I am a lumbie) - the cervies have different symptoms and therapies et al to go through. I believe that the...
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