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Posted on 3/29/18 at 12:52 pm to el Gaucho
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fibromyalgia
is this a real condition?
Posted on 3/29/18 at 1:03 pm to Gatorsfan1116
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L6 doesn't exist but ok..
L37 is your ankle
This post was edited on 3/29/18 at 1:04 pm
Posted on 3/29/18 at 1:19 pm to tigerpimpbot
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What's the rehab time to get back to office work?
Mine was 12 years ago, but from what I remember probably 8-12 weeks. Probably at the lower end of that if it is a single-level fusion. Mine was an anterior cervical fusion/discectomy at C5-6-7, and I returned to work at around 3 months - however, I was a dentist so that put a lot more stress on my neck than a desk job would. I did great for around the first 6 weeks back at work, then all my symptoms returned along with several new problems. So I probably went back to work too soon. From statistics at that time, the success rate for single-level cervical fusions was around 90-95%, but for multi-level fusions it dropped to 65%. And “success” was only defined as radiographic evidence of fusion, not relief of symptoms.
This post was edited on 3/29/18 at 1:22 pm
Posted on 3/29/18 at 1:50 pm to Gatorsfan1116
You’re going to become addicted to opiates and your life will unravel. At least do it right and frick some sluts on the way.
Posted on 3/29/18 at 1:54 pm to Gatorsfan1116
I'm just hoping you called Gordon first and are gonna get some cheddar out of the surgery.
Posted on 3/29/18 at 2:00 pm to Tigerpaw123
I'm not entirely comfortable with James Dunning's certification moniker "osteopractor".
You?
You?
This post was edited on 3/29/18 at 2:03 pm
Posted on 3/29/18 at 2:05 pm to G Vice
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I'm not entirely comfortable with James Dunning's certification moniker "osteopractor".
no, he is out there, and I actually worked with him when he was a new grad, surprised me that he has done what he has done, but proud of him as well
Posted on 3/29/18 at 2:06 pm to Gatorsfan1116
Had TLIF L3-S1 March 07.
By June was in boat fishing again.
Have returned to most all normal activity
Including lifting, working out, coaching my kids, work.. etc.
If you have leg symptoms, look for immediate relief, but some surgical related pain and symptoms may linger. Will have to modify a few of your activities of daily living.
I encourage PT services that have access to aquatics and a good walking program after surgery.
Good luck. Make surgery your last resort .
By June was in boat fishing again.
Have returned to most all normal activity
Including lifting, working out, coaching my kids, work.. etc.
If you have leg symptoms, look for immediate relief, but some surgical related pain and symptoms may linger. Will have to modify a few of your activities of daily living.
I encourage PT services that have access to aquatics and a good walking program after surgery.
Good luck. Make surgery your last resort .
Posted on 3/29/18 at 2:06 pm to Stevo
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fibromyalgia
is this a real condition?
I'm not convinced.
Posted on 3/29/18 at 2:42 pm to lukesbro
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If you have leg symptoms, look for immediate relief
Yep. My surgeon’s philosophy was, “We do back and neck surgery for leg and arm pain, not back or neck pain - if your back or neck pain is relieved, consider it a bonus but don’t expect it.”
Posted on 3/29/18 at 3:13 pm to TigrrrDad
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Mine was 12 years ago, but from what I remember probably 8-12 weeks. Probably at the lower end of that if it is a single-level fusion. Mine was an anterior cervical fusion/discectomy at C5-6-7, and I returned to work at around 3 months - however, I was a dentist so that put a lot more stress on my neck than a desk job would. I did great for around the first 6 weeks back at work, then all my symptoms returned along with several new problems. So I probably went back to work too soon. From statistics at that time, the success rate for single-level cervical fusions was around 90-95%, but for multi-level fusions it dropped to 65%. And “success” was only defined as radiographic evidence of fusion, not relief of symptoms.
Thanks for the info.
Posted on 3/29/18 at 10:45 pm to Gatorsfan1116
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I wouldn't if I were you. Not at that age. As someone else said, in 10 years you're going to be having more problems because of this surgery.
I've been staring down the barrel of fusion for 20+ years and have avoided it through diet and lately exercise. Once you do it, there's no going back.
Posted on 3/29/18 at 11:08 pm to TigrrrDad
quote:This is pretty accurate for most people.
Yep. My surgeon’s philosophy was, “We do back and neck surgery for leg and arm pain, not back or neck pain - if your back or neck pain is relieved, consider it a bonus but don’t expect it.”
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