Forum: New Member Introductions
04-07-2013, 02:57 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 32,196
Had ADR In Barcelona Went Back to work
I am one of the cops that had ADR and went back to work. I was a ptrol supervisor. This was in 2010 I was in the same situation as you. Workers Comp. tough to prove (California) as injuries we're...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
03-31-2013, 05:09 AM
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Replies: 76
Views: 187,044
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Forum: New Member Introductions
04-28-2012, 06:01 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 18,139
M-6 in the U.S.
Someone may have more current info., but last I heard, about a year ago, Spinal Kenetics had decided not to seek FDA approval for use of the M-6 in the U.S. due to the cost and length of the approval...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
04-09-2012, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 47,754
Dr. Clavel in Barcelona!
I had consulted with both Dr. Boeree and Dr. Clavel about doing my cervical ADR using the M-6. They are very much alike in their approach and I liked them both, but in the end I went to Dr. Clavel...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
04-09-2012, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 36,142
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Forum: New Member Introductions
01-31-2012, 12:10 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 11,525
Wait until you hit the wall!!
John747,
Put surgery off as long as you can. You will know when you have hit the wall and really have no other choice. I Chose the M-6 over the prod-disc. Like most things you will find it will...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
10-20-2011, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 8,014
3 reason's why
I also am a M-6 patient of Dr. Clavel's. Had a 2 level C-Spine ADR in Oct. 2010. I had sent all my MRI results to 5 Dr.'s oversea's. I Narrowed it down to Dr. Clavel & Boeree.
I chose Dr....
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Forum: New Member Introductions
10-17-2011, 07:39 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 14,784
You will find the way...
I think what you doe it to gather ALL the information you can on the options available. But if you can live with the pain you do. When you finally get to that point where you simply can not live...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
08-02-2011, 03:16 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 7,051
Important for follow-up care
I think it is important to have a surgeon here at home for your follow-up care. If there is teaching hospital near where you live you might try and set up an appointment with their spine center and...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
07-24-2011, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 7,609
If not needed then, don't...
Yoav,
Just looking at your own words below.
"that's way now im consedring adr with the m6-l, but im affraid to go in to surgery when i dont really need it"
If you don't need the surgery...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
04-23-2011, 03:42 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 17,627
All the best
Now that you made your decision the hard part is over. I wish you great success with you surgery. The device looks like a good one. Keep us posted on how you are doing post-op.
JPJH
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Forum: New Member Introductions
02-22-2011, 03:50 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 10,509
Cost can be a factor
Hamish,
I consulted the two main Dr.'s in Germany doing ADR and found them to be the most expensive of the major ADR surgeons in Europe. I also consulted with Dr. Boeree in England and Dr. Clavel...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
12-04-2010, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 21,074
Check several options
Jason,
It is tuff to just focus on one surgeon. It's good to start there, but then you should contact and send your MRI's, etc. to at least to three of the top surgeons in the field. Before I...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
11-13-2010, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 11,850
How long of a wait?
curlygirl 54
I see you stated you are on a wainting list for your surgery in England. I am assuming by your postings that you are a U.K. citizen. I'm just courious of how long of a wait you are...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
11-13-2010, 12:54 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 15,017
Freedom at last!
KLB,
Congrats. to you for geeting in on the study of the Freedom Disc. I looked it up on the web and it looks like a good device. Seems very similiar to the M-6. Keep us posted on your...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
11-09-2010, 10:13 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 10,105
C-Spine
Joell,
Mine was Cervical 4/5 & 5/6.
JPJH
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Forum: New Member Introductions
11-08-2010, 08:01 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 10,105
Shop Around!
Joell,
Jeff makes very good points on all fronts.
If your going to go over seas for the surgery take your time and shop around and find the situation that you feel the most comfortable with....
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Forum: New Member Introductions
11-01-2010, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 8,661
Thanks!
Jeff,
Thanks for your last post. No one could have answered the question more clearly and honestly.
JPJH
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Forum: New Member Introductions
10-31-2010, 05:14 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 8,661
Young & Active = ADR!
I'm 46, very active - into yoga, weight training, hiking and motorcycle riding (all electric!!). Any words of encouragement or advice appreciated! I am looking at this as an upgrade, but the idea of...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
10-31-2010, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 16,978
Will The Insurance pay if?
Will your insurance pay if you go out of the country for the ADR surgery? If so I would recommend you check out the Dr's now doing the M-6 ADR in Spain, England & Germany. You can pretty much...
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Forum: Insurance Hell
10-29-2010, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 7,356
Feel Very Lucky!
Jeff,
Thanks! I feel very lucky that things went as well as they did. As we all know the outcome of any surgery is uncertain. I still have some healing to do and some of my aches and pains do...
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Forum: Insurance Hell
10-28-2010, 08:01 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 7,356
Wish you all the best!!
Hi Phil,
I wish you all the best with getting your insurance to pay for you ADR. It's a tough road ahead, but hey someone has to fight the good fight. Personally I just got tired of the fight...
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