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Forum: New Member Introductions 09-07-2016, 08:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,584
Posted By TPatti
I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers! I have...

I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers! I have been so busy with work that I not been on the site much for the last 1-1/2. I plan on trying to start contributing again. I had a 3 level...
Forum: New Member Introductions 06-09-2016, 08:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,453
Posted By TPatti
R2, I am in Buffalo and happy to share my...

R2,
I am in Buffalo and happy to share my experience with you. Locally I would see Dr. Cappuccino, I have my follow up appt with him today. I had 3 level (S1/L5,L5/L4,L4/L3) with Dr5. Bierstedt...
Forum: The Naturopathic Corner 09-14-2015, 06:30 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 64,585
Posted By TPatti
Not juicing, but we spiralize zucchini and put...

Not juicing, but we spiralize zucchini and put "sauce" over it instead of using pasta. It is REALLY GOOD!
Forum: New Member Introductions 04-08-2015, 06:07 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 73,312
Posted By TPatti
I'll keep you in my prayers. Let me know if you...

I'll keep you in my prayers. Let me know if you have any questions while you are there.
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-23-2015, 05:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 73,312
Posted By TPatti
If you can I would recommend getting in at least...

If you can I would recommend getting in at least 3 day before. I say this because it gives you a buffer if any problems arise with flight delays and a chance for you to get settled and rested before...
Forum: New Member Introductions 12-02-2014, 10:40 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 73,312
Posted By TPatti
I should note that Dr. Cappuccino also said that...

I should note that Dr. Cappuccino also said that if you do need surgery now that he feels the mobi-c at least gives him an option in this country that he feels is a good one. He was never a fan of...
Forum: New Member Introductions 12-02-2014, 09:48 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 73,312
Posted By TPatti
In my follow up appointment with Dr....

In my follow up appointment with Dr. Cappuccino(Buffalo, NY) yesterday(see my thread) the doctor and I discussed cervical discs because I also have some cervical issues that may have to be addressed...
Forum: New Member Introductions 08-17-2014, 05:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,774
Posted By TPatti
Dreward, thanks for taking the time to spell out...

Dreward, thanks for taking the time to spell out thge questions that many of us have.
Dogpilot, again, I am so sorry to hear of your issues. Hopefully there is some solution for you to still get a...
Forum: The Naturopathic Corner 08-04-2014, 09:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,905
Posted By TPatti
All of Jeff's stretches are great. Another common...

All of Jeff's stretches are great. Another common problem after lumbar injury or surgery is getting your back to move again, especially to be able to have a round back and not hyper-lordosic....
Forum: New Member Introductions 08-01-2014, 09:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,227
Posted By TPatti
My accountant told us "companion" costs were...

My accountant told us "companion" costs were deductible as long as it was stated by the doctor that a "companion" was necessary, which it really is! He also said that if there is any gray area deduct...
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-11-2014, 08:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,897
Posted By TPatti
When I had my surgery with Dr. Bierstedt(almost a...

When I had my surgery with Dr. Bierstedt(almost a year ago!) Dr. Illerhaus had performed surgery on someone at the same time. He is part of their surgical group and it seemed as though he was...
Forum: International Assistance 06-18-2014, 09:07 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 56,762
Posted By TPatti
Glad you were able to make a decision. Wishing...

Glad you were able to make a decision. Wishing the best!
Forum: New Member Introductions 04-27-2014, 11:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 15,828
Posted By TPatti
I had calf pain before surgery but it was...

I had calf pain before surgery but it was different. It was higher and felt more like someone was squeezing my leg with 2 hands wrapped around it. The new discomfort is more of a tightness, like sore...
Forum: New Member Introductions 04-27-2014, 08:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 15,828
Posted By TPatti
I feel that I am doing pretty well at the 9 month...

I feel that I am doing pretty well at the 9 month mark. My chronic pain is gone. I still get some tightness in my left calf and my entire left is still weaker than my right. I am still hopeful that...
Forum: New Member Introductions 04-24-2014, 10:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 15,828
Posted By TPatti
Sorry to hear but glad you found us. I agree with...

Sorry to hear but glad you found us. I agree with contacting Bierstedt, Clavel, and Zeegers. My L4/L5 was about 2.5mm, now it's 10mm! Feel free to ask me anything about my experience.
Forum: New Member Introductions 04-24-2014, 09:42 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 102,528
Posted By TPatti
Thanks for sharing. Dr. Bierstedt also does not...

Thanks for sharing. Dr. Bierstedt also does not use the Dacron Sheid, he told me pretty much the same-there is not evidence that it makes a difference and that it is another foreign item in your body...
Forum: International Assistance 03-06-2014, 06:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 29,439
Posted By TPatti
Henry I am glad you made a decision you feel...

Henry I am glad you made a decision you feel comfortable with. JSS stated many of thought so well I will just 2nd what he added. I understand the thoughts of both relief and questioning once you made...
Forum: New Member Introductions 02-28-2014, 10:25 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 102,528
Posted By TPatti
I am 7 months post-op from 3 level with Dr....

I am 7 months post-op from 3 level with Dr. Bierstedt and doing well. I plan on posting my 6 month follow up soon(been very busy with work). To the comment about a disectomy being sufficient, that...
Forum: International Assistance 01-30-2014, 11:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 31,955
Posted By TPatti
I feel bad that I have had so little time to be...

I feel bad that I have had so little time to be on the site lately. I plan on posting my 6 month report in the next few days but wanted to comment here: 1)Laura sums up most of what I would add, 2)...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-20-2014, 09:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 31,877
Posted By TPatti
I though only the Anterior ligament was cut?...

I though only the Anterior ligament was cut? Having just had a three level lumbar(6 months post-op) I am working very hard to strengthen my core and pelvis to account for the instability from height...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-02-2014, 12:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 26,153
Posted By TPatti
The "flexible fusion" you mentioned-this is not...

The "flexible fusion" you mentioned-this is not fda approved, but a member here had one installed by Dr. Clavel. The members handle is cfbugsbunny
Forum: International Assistance 12-03-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,292
Posted By TPatti
I had to wire both, my surgery was 7/16/2013. My...

I had to wire both, my surgery was 7/16/2013. My bank was able to get the company that handled the exchange to give me the discounted rate based on the total of both transactions even though...
Forum: New Member Introductions 12-03-2013, 05:05 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 72,973
Posted By TPatti
Richard, My money arrived 2 to 3 days after I...

Richard,
My money arrived 2 to 3 days after I wired and I received confirmation from Malte or Ken(can't remember). My bank had told me that it would take 2 to 5 days. You should be able to track the...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-28-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,137
Posted By TPatti
Have you consulted any European docs so they...

Have you consulted any European docs so they could use the M6?
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-23-2013, 08:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,676
Posted By TPatti
I noticed you are from Texas. If Dr. Jack Zigler...

I noticed you are from Texas. If Dr. Jack Zigler at Texas Back Institute is not the doctor you are consulting with you should seek a second opinion from him! If you are not willing to go to Europe to...
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