Forum: The Big File
02-08-2018, 11:41 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 10,580
I have not tried it but at a glance, what is...
I have not tried it but at a glance, what is suppose to be good/different?
I have been using a cervical pillow - tricore before and since surgery. It was a lifesaver prior to surgery and now I am...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
12-15-2017, 03:46 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 20,578
Wow!
It is a relief to have made a decision...
Wow!
It is a relief to have made a decision isn’t it? No more obsessing over what to do....
All the very best, take it slower than you think you should and you’ll avoid the self induced back...
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Forum: The Naturopathic Corner
12-09-2017, 05:34 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 7,819
Interesting topic! One I prescribe to as my...
Interesting topic! One I prescribe to as my outdoors activities are the best stress reduction technique I have ever found. The physical component is a factor but not the exclusive component. Sound,...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
12-07-2017, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 8,545
Post surgery "limits"
Hi Maysun,
Regarding the "strength" of an ADR, all of the docs I met with indicated sports are unlimited following surgery. Assuming all goes well and facets are good etc.
The few that...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
11-30-2017, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 20,578
Re strength of implant
Assuming successful recovery (so far so good) my doc indicated my ADR's will likely outlast me and they are stronger than my original disks.
2 months post recovery I am allowed to try a little...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
11-13-2017, 04:59 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 20,578
Hi Jeep,
Sorry you are on this board but...
Hi Jeep,
Sorry you are on this board but the upside is there is a wealth of information here.
I'm 49 but my other discs look "pristine" according to several docs. Some ask if I had an...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
10-18-2017, 12:01 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 5,694
Hi Geronimo,
I'm sorry you are here but you...
Hi Geronimo,
I'm sorry you are here but you found a good place. Chronic pain is a life drain.....but thankfully there are options out there.
Its a bit onerous sorting out what to do, the $...
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Forum: International Assistance
09-08-2016, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 14,455
Mobi-C
Thanks Kirisuchina.
FYI; Coincidentally I just spoke with a US Surgeon and the Mobi-C came up.
He said that Mobi-C is easier to put in but generally surgeons are going back to the Prodisc-C....
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Forum: International Assistance
09-08-2016, 02:55 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 14,455
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Forum: International Assistance
09-07-2016, 11:56 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 14,455
European Surgeons & Cervical ADR type
Hello,
I know this can be a contentious subject but I would welcome any information, feel free to PM.
I am leaning towards surgery overseas due to cost, experience and more ADR's available.
...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
09-04-2016, 12:06 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 24,139
LOL, US doc, supposedly one of the best. He...
LOL, US doc, supposedly one of the best. He personally has a fusion so I think he's biased? He was a rough appt, felt like I should go home and start digging a hole. Yeah, don't get me started on the...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
09-03-2016, 02:18 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 24,139
What do you think of surgeons comments?
:laugh::laugh: I look forward to the day I can refer to terrifying surgery like this! Its a good thing though, thanks for that.
Truth is at least for now I can manage discomfort wise but I just...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
09-02-2016, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 24,139
Cervical ADR's & return to running etc.
Hello all,
I am new and looking at 2 or 3 level cervical ADR's.
I am very active and my goal would be to return to my activites. Running, backpacking, climbing, cycling....
Is this...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
09-01-2016, 08:44 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 24,139
New with 2 or 3 level Cervical herniations ETC.
Hello all.
Glad to find this place but wish I wasn't here...
Perfectly healthy, very active, never sick, never had a surgery... 48yo who felt like 30, even 20 on a good day. :)
I went for a...
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