C3-4, C5-6, C6-7, T1-2 ProDisc-C Nova ADR blog

[mmglobal]

Kathy, I'm 6'3.5" before this surgery... maybe close to 6'4" now.

We are packing up now and will be leaving for airport soon. Last couple of days have been good, but somewhat hectic. I'll write more later... I just want everyone to know that we are on the road home. I have a mixed bag of remaining symptoms, but nothing significant that it's even worth discussing in terms of success or not... some things we won't know until all the post surgery symptoms are over. I can't believe that I can now stand steady on either foot... I was so unbalanced (physically...mental status is a whole nuther book) before the surgery... er... I couldn't stand on one foot... kind of had to sneak up on my underwear inorder to put a leg in.

Wish me luck on the flight... sitting in economy... munich, chicago, lax

More later,

Mark

[Cheryl]

Good luck on the flight!!

[dshobbies]

Mark & Diane,

Welcome home, or soon to be. Was that the shortest trip to Germany for surgery. Am I off a week or were you only there for 1 1/2 weeks? Well there's nothing like your own home, bed, bathroom and kitchen. I want to implore you one more time (maybe) take it slow!

My best, Dale

[ans]

Mark: If I get such an extensive surgery in Germany, will I get such a glow of happiness too? I'm still amazed. - ans

[Kathy]

Originally Posted by mmglobal

Kathy, I'm 6'3.5" before this surgery... maybe close to 6'4" now. I can't believe that I can now stand steady on either foot... I was so unbalanced (physically...mental status is a whole nuther book) before the surgery... er... I couldn't stand on one foot... kind of had to sneak up on my underwear inorder to put a leg in. Mark

LMAO- I always say that the trade off for being tall is an extreme lack of coordination; at least I got screwed in that department. I'm not good at sports (I played basketball in junior high and our team got our butts whooped everytime we played ). I suck at dancing, zero rhythm. I don't sing either, even my kids ask "mommy don't sing".

Last night, I was trying to put my skivies on and I go to put my left leg in, while I am holding them knee high. My leg goes completely over the top, past the leg hole and I end up with them in between my legs, one leg in front and one in the back! I am completely pathetic when it comes to coordination. If I get that after surgery, my surgeon will be a true miracle worker!

[Maria]

Mark and Diane,
Safe travels and and hope you'll be comfortable on your flight!
The weather is going to be really wonderful this weekend (today is beautiful) and I'm down here in the midst of the Grand Prix commotion hearing the race cars buzz 'round and 'round.. actually Long Beach rocks right now!

Can't wait to hear more when you're able to write more

[steve55]

Ya know, it's really strange in my case about the gain in height thing. I never even thought about it when I was there until my friend saw me in the hospital. He knows nothing about this adr surgery but the first thing he said when he saw me was "dude, you got taller!". And as we stood closer , it was funny to feel the sensation of looking dowm on him. It was so obvious, that we busted out laughing. It was hilarious to be sort of towering over him when before we were almost eye to eye. The exact same thing happened with my othet taller friend, he was so amazed that he also started laughing. He couldnt believe it. He says i had to have gained at least an inch, maybe two. Dr b said he shaved off too much bone for me to have gained significant height. But its apparent to my friends that i did. I wish i had measured my height prior to surgery so i could measure how much i gained.

[phylly]

Have a good safe trip home. Maybe you can get bulkhead seats with a little more leg room? Rest up when you get back, you'll need it.
Phylly

[kc0iet]

I hope you survived your flight home without too much agony. I am guessing you are home and in bed by now. I have been away from the boards for a few days, but I knew you were in good hands and would do well. Your films look awesome. Thanks for taking the time to keep us posted, and the fantastic pictures of Germany.

Rest well and often. Update us when you can and take care of yourself. You know that we are all praying for you.

[Gil Denis]

Hi Mark

You are home by now rest ,rest, and rest I know you want to pick up your computer and tell everyone your story we can wait, Rest and Heal

Talk soon

All the Best

Gil