SCHEDULED!

[go*big*red]

My 2 level dynesys is scheduled for October 10 at 12:00. Still wished it were an ADR, but at least something is getting done!

**Big nervous sigh of relief**

[Harrison]

Congrats! Are the you one of the few in the U.S. that has had multilevel?

I hope you can take care of yourself during the next 2 weeks, eating well, stretching, etc.

[go*big*red]

Thank you, Harrison.

I'm embarrassed to say that I've gained about 50 pounds. It's horrible - I've been depressed and just didn't care. So, of course, that adds to the pain - such a vicious circle.

So, I'm thinking if I drop that in the next 2 weeks, I'm good to go. lol. Anyway, have started eating right again and trying to exercise - walk, walk, walk and more walking - plus little inclines, etc.

He's done several hybrids - fusion along with a single level dynesys. As far as multi-level, I'm not sure - good question to ask him during my pre-op. Already made a note.

I've spoken to several of his dynesys pts and they are doing very well and would do it again in a "New York Second". One is absolutely pain free. THAT'S exciting. However, he assured me I would never be and would always have back pain. I'm a little nervous about the distraction pain - another question to ask.

Sorry - I'm rambling.

[Harrison]

Hey, that's not rambling in the least bit. And walking is great! Keep up the good work. And being pain free is exciting! Good luck, hope the weather is great for your walks...

[luvmysibe]

Hi GBR,

Congrats on getting your surgery scheduled! That is a huge hurdle to leap. The weight gain is totally understandable, although that doesn't make it any easier. Keep us posted on your pre-surgery preparations and post-op outcomes.

SMILES

[Alastair]

Good luck with your surgery " Big red ", I hope it goes well for you, take it easy afterwards
best,
Alastair

[Eddie_G]

Good Luck! I'm right behind ya.


Well......not me........your surgeon!



We're all behind you! Keep us posted.

[go*big*red]

Thank you so much for your well wishes. Honestly, the thing I hate the most about surgery is waking up. Why do they think they have to yell at you and tell you what to do? lol

Anyway, I was looking on the Zimmer website at Dynesys and they say something about "until solid fusion is realized" or something like that (2 times). WHAT???? I have always read and been told that this is INSTEAD OF. So, now I have even more questions for my dr. My list is growing and growing.