Forum: iSpine
02-03-2009, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,641
when I had my double fusion it took forever to...
when I had my double fusion it took forever to try to swallow pills. I had to be careful and you will too. I would think the throat is swollen from having all the muscle and parts moved around. It...
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Forum: iSpine
02-03-2009, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 11,838
Dale,
I did do some acupuncture recently but...
Dale,
I did do some acupuncture recently but was not sure it helped. I think the medrol pack I also had recently for the myelogram helped more. I guess I have a few more days to sort this out....
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Forum: iSpine
02-02-2009, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 11,838
Thanks
Thank you all for the support. In the morning when I wake up and am not in too much pain I wonder if I am crazy. Does anyone know how long it takes irritated nerves to heal. It has been 7 months...
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Forum: iSpine
02-02-2009, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 3,351
Not so good for the SI joints but I am so glad...
Not so good for the SI joints but I am so glad you are fused and all the discs are doing okay! I am also glad you got to go on your vacation, that really helps when you are relaxed. I guess we are...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
02-02-2009, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 8,122
Hi Sarah,
Just checking in on you. How are...
Hi Sarah,
Just checking in on you. How are you? I bet waiting is the hardest part of this process and wondering if what we do will work and should we try something that can make things worse....
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Forum: iSpine
02-01-2009, 07:23 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,729
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Forum: iSpine
02-01-2009, 02:46 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 11,838
Sarah,
I am on the countdown and it can't...
Sarah,
I am on the countdown and it can't happen soon enough. I have tried to get the house in order but it has caused horrible pain so I am sure I need to do this surgery. i have to look for...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
01-30-2009, 06:28 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 11,789
Dear Eddie,
Please post so I know how you are...
Dear Eddie,
Please post so I know how you are doing. I am scared about my surgery and want to know if your pain is any better. I know the risk of surgery is making things worse so I hope that you...
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Forum: iSpine
01-30-2009, 06:06 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 7,129
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Forum: iSpine
01-30-2009, 12:44 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,951
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Forum: iSpine
01-30-2009, 12:39 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,591
Gil,
I have leg pain that was present before...
Gil,
I have leg pain that was present before the ADR surgery and the same after surgery. I also had a decompression to help but it only relieved it a little. I do wonder is necks add more lumbar...
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Forum: iSpine
01-30-2009, 12:18 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 11,838
Getting Ready
Dale, You are correct, I feel that I am nesting and getting everything in order. Isn't that what we women do? I am trying to get an adjustable bed for my recovery. I made the decision to go with...
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Forum: iSpine
01-29-2009, 05:05 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 11,838
Met with Dr. Regan today
I had my appointment with Dr. Regan today. He was very nice and also said that the discs should come out if I want the best possible result. He proposed taking them out through the side muscle so...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
01-29-2009, 01:53 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 19,063
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Forum: iSpine
01-28-2009, 04:42 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 7,129
I am so glad that you came through the surgery...
I am so glad that you came through the surgery okay. That was a really long surgery and hopitalization! My biggest fear is being in out of control pain after so I really feel your pain. I hope...
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Forum: iSpine
01-28-2009, 04:35 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,794
Dale,
I understand how you may need the...
Dale,
I understand how you may need the Celebrex. I have had to go off mine for my surgery and the rest of me hurts so much. It is a great drug and if it helps and does no harm then you may need...
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Forum: iSpine
01-28-2009, 04:24 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 5,794
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Forum: iSpine
01-28-2009, 04:20 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,281
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
01-27-2009, 07:40 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 19,063
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Forum: iSpine
01-27-2009, 04:41 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 11,838
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Forum: iSpine
01-27-2009, 04:35 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,143
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Forum: iSpine
01-26-2009, 05:14 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,776
Steve,
i agree, most people do very well. It...
Steve,
i agree, most people do very well. It is a gamble that is worth taking when you are in pain. My discs are placed perfectly and no one really know why they are giving me so much trouble. My...
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Forum: iSpine
01-26-2009, 05:04 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 11,838
Thank you so much Justin,
I am reading...
Thank you so much Justin,
I am reading everything I can get my hands on and I also believe that taking the discs out is the best. I know that if the Dr. cannot get the discs out he will fuse the...
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Forum: iSpine
01-25-2009, 05:31 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 11,838
thank you all
The vascular surgeon was very positive about being there and going back in to do the surgery. He will go in from the other side (right) That is part that made me feel better, he seemed so confident...
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Forum: iSpine
01-24-2009, 07:15 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 11,838
Considering Revision Surgery
Hello,
I have the Prodiscs L4-S1. I am over a year out and 8 months ago I had a decompression surgery for continued leg pain. I have been in severe back pain ever since. My life is pretty much at...
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