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Old 12-28-2009, 06:19 PM
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I have a Maverick disc that I received in January 2004. This was absolutely a miracle surgery. I woke up in receovery and had no pain except the incision area, much like dbalkema mentions in his post-op posts. I was able to do anything that I wanted until December 2 of this year. I was sitting still at a traffic light I was rear ended at a high rate of speed. I was taken to the hospital for x-rays and the doctor said he thought the x-rays looked ok, but had never really seen an artificial disc and suggested I see a specialist when I get home. I live in Birmingham, AL and had my surgery in Reston Virginia. There isn't a surgeon in the area that has performed this surgery. I was sent to have an MRI, but again the radiologist didn't know what to look for and stated that this area could not be visualized. Remaining lumbar show no abnormality.
Is anyone familiar with situation or something similar?
I have done so well for almost 6 years and the fear of going back to where I was prior to the surgery is scary.
Thanks for any help that anyone might have!
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Old 12-28-2009, 10:33 PM
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Hello,

What kind of work / recreation did you do after your Maverick disc surgery.

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Old 12-29-2009, 12:49 AM
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Bama fan,

You might try the Hughston Clinic in Columbus, GA. Dr. Burkus was involved in the Maverick clinical trials. He's doing my follow up exams and is a supporter of ADR technology.

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Old 12-29-2009, 01:35 PM
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I would suggest having your films sent to your surgeon in Reston and calling him. Are you having any symptoms? So sorry this has happened--I worry about this type of situation for myself.
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Old 12-29-2009, 05:34 PM
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Thanks for the replies!

As far as what activities I was able to perform, I was able to do anything I wanted. I worked out regularly, played tennis, golf, yardwork, you name it, I did it. I didn't have any limitations. I was enjoying everything that I wanted to do.

I will possibly try the doctor in GA, but will most likely travel back to Reston. The doctors that I have seen there, Subach and Schuler, were 2 great guys as well as doctors. The staff is outstanding and I really feel comfortable about seeing them. I can get there as quick by plane as I can Columbus by car.

I really don't think anyone should fear having this happen to them. I think this type of thing could happen to anyone that is hit by a vehicle moving at a high rate of speed. I think a postive attitude goes a long way in the way everyone should live their life.

I will keep everyone updated as I progress through this.

I wish everyone that is seeking help for back problems nothing but the best. I know how bad it is to live with back pain, but I also know from experience that there is hope. If you regain your life, do everything that you can to enjoy life and work hard at doing the things that you were always able to enjoy before the onset of back problems.

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Old 01-19-2010, 03:13 AM
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Bama fan... how are you doing? I'm hoping to hear that this turned out to be a complete non-issue!

All the best,

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