Forum: New Member Introductions
03-18-2016, 11:30 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 55,394
In response to the OP,
Many on here can give...
In response to the OP,
Many on here can give you far better technical advise than I, so I will strictly stay with anecdotal advice. My pin symptoms manifested starting in my feet. So logically I...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
12-21-2015, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 10,309
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Forum: New Member Introductions
12-15-2015, 06:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 10,309
Hang in there, the recovery route is full of...
Hang in there, the recovery route is full of ups/downs. At the 18 month mark I was still having good and bad days (although the good far out numbered the bad). At the two year mark (with good effort...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
02-16-2015, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 9,681
HI,
I worked with the same surgical "group" as...
HI,
I worked with the same surgical "group" as Coloradobabe...different doctor, same practice.
One of the items to investigate when you look for a surgeon is how active, helpful and successful the...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
08-12-2014, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 23,066
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Forum: New Member Introductions
08-11-2014, 06:28 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 23,066
Bernadette,
My name is Mike and if you read...
Bernadette,
My name is Mike and if you read my short bio in the signature, you will see that I had a Prodisc L procedure by Dr. Pettine's partner/colleague Dr. Donner in May 2013.
I'm doing quite...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
08-01-2014, 05:14 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 26,061
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Forum: New Member Introductions
08-01-2014, 05:08 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 26,061
Welcome,
My name is Mike N and I have a...
Welcome,
My name is Mike N and I have a Prodisc. Reading your bio I almost thought I was reading my own. Only difference is, I'm a little older, my damage is L4-5 and instead of a lawn mower,...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
05-13-2014, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 53,779
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Forum: New Member Introductions
04-14-2014, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 53,779
Welcome!
Like Canadian Dean, I too have the...
Welcome!
Like Canadian Dean, I too have the Prodisc L (l4-5). I've posted my journey (not over yet) in this section. I'm 10 month's out, had pretty severe nerve root compression, lots of bone cut...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
04-02-2014, 02:28 PM
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Replies: 99
Views: 128,997
Drew,
I agree with Frank, you are killing...
Drew,
I agree with Frank, you are killing yourself with worry. no matter what information you get from any other person, it will never be sufficient for your situation.
I'm 10 month's out from 1...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
01-30-2014, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 15,417
Kelly,
I was able to get insurance approval...
Kelly,
I was able to get insurance approval (Cigna) for a single level lumbar ADR. It took several attempts and a Surgeon who was very persistent.
Keep pounding away at them, the more positive...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
10-07-2013, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 15,039
Boxer<
I have groin "numbness" from the end of...
Boxer<
I have groin "numbness" from the end of my incision down to the area between "privates" and leg. There is occasional tingling, seldom pain, but once in a while I do feel a twinge of pain...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
07-24-2013, 06:11 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 10,531
Gene,
His concern wasn't based on a 3 level...
Gene,
His concern wasn't based on a 3 level fusion or a 1 level disc replacement. I re-read my post and realized that it wasn't very clear.
My question to him was regarding a 3 level disc...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
07-22-2013, 05:23 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 10,531
I feel like a new member again.
Harrison, Please move this thread if it's in the wrong place.
I feel like a new member again today. Now that I have my lumbar spine under control (and feeling much better) we (surgeon and I)...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
05-22-2013, 01:55 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 21,080
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Forum: New Member Introductions
05-21-2013, 02:57 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 21,080
Sniper,
I was able to take all of my med's...
Sniper,
I was able to take all of my med's up to surgery and after. I am on Cymbalta, Lyrica, Tramadol and Tzanidine.
In fact, they gave me these in the recovery area of the hospital and I never...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
04-22-2013, 01:15 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 6,812
ADR surgery ETA one week
Hi,
I am busy at work trying to make arrangements and lists for those that will cover my workload while I am gone. It suddenly occurred to me that I haven't even thought of any preparations for...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
04-16-2013, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 22,795
Harrison,
I had my teeth cleaned about a...
Harrison,
I had my teeth cleaned about a month ago, should I have them cleaned again prior to surgery or is that close enough?
Is there anything else hygiene/wise that you all would recommend?...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
04-11-2013, 07:03 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 22,795
The time has come. And even Insurance agreed.
Hi again everyone,
For those that remember, I was scheduled for a single level ADR (prodisc L) at L4-5 for the Monday after Thanksgiving 2012. I chose not to have the surgery and try more...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
03-21-2013, 10:51 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 21,232
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Forum: New Member Introductions
03-19-2013, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 7,439
Thinking of Lillyth
Lillyth,
Just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you. I don't know how you feel about prayer (not sure I know how I feel about it) but I will say one for you in and request steady hands for...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
03-15-2013, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 62,832
Lillyth,
I actually get a pretty good deal of...
Lillyth,
I actually get a pretty good deal of "nerve" pain relief from the Lyrica. It did, however, take several weeks to be highly effective. If I remember correctly, 3 weeks was when it really...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
03-15-2013, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 13,189
Lillyth,
I look forward to living...
Lillyth,
I look forward to living vicariously through you. Please feel free to share any/all experiences/feelings/frustrations/anger/joy. I live with a wife, 2 teenage daughters and a female dog....
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Forum: New Member Introductions
03-14-2013, 11:31 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 13,189
Advice on recovery
Good morning all,
I'm sure this has been covered somewhere, but I can't seem to find specific answers.
I'm getting a single level (l4-5) ADR. Has anyone here had just one level done and can you...
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