I had spinal fusion from L3 to L5 -- my L4 was basically a plasmacytoma. Recovery was fairly painful -- but controllable with meds. Took me about 3 months to drive again and about 6 more months of PT… read more
X-rays were taken but nothing showed up. The pain occurs when he attempts to sit down or stand up. Not while he is sitting or lying down.
Pain may be referred to knees from spinal nerves CT or PET or MRI essential.
Looking at major surgery #5 here. Issues in c4 through c7. They are talking spinal fusion. Pros and cons?
Good to hear from you all.
I had a spiral fracture of a vertebrae which was cemented (vertibroplasty). Results were nothing short of a miracle. Went into the hospital in a good deal of pain, after surgery I could have danced… read more
I have tried acupuncture with little improvement.
Have tried all oral meds, TENS, Spinal Cord Stimulators plus failed back surgery (L5-S1). Only thing that has helped at all was oral oxycodone. Had a pain pump implanted 3+ weeks ago, now receiving .72mg/day of morphine with no relief, maybe actually worsening. Am curious about other intrathecal drugs such as dilauded and, particularly, bupivacaine for treating the neuropathy. Thanks.
Hi...i just had spine surgery. The doc infused cadaver bone in c5, c6 due to myeloma damage. He also found a bone out of place and reset it. It was not on any xray or mris. Has this happened to any of you?
Hope all went well with your surgery
Ahoy shipmates, I had 9 compression fractures repaired with kyphoplasty. I still have back pain. The doctor told me I have arthritis.
Any shipmates experiencing the same problem? Any suggestions? I would appreciate any advice. Thank you so much. Enjoy your evening.
Same here with 10 compression fractures and kyphoplasties. Also 4 broken ribs. The pain is always there, but more extreme on some days. I seriously have found walking and planks to strengthen my core… read more
Yes my endocrinologist advised 1200 mg of calcium in food, not supplements. So, because I like Costco's almond milk - plain - only 30 calories, and each cup has 600 mg. I also take Prolia every six… read more