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The process of healing from the bone cutting is a little different for everyone. Some people over-respond with inflammatory responses, others not. Either way, that's why NSAIDs should be used for cervical ADR carefully. Lumbar as well, but perhaps less dosing. Both will prevent overgrowth (HO or autofusion). See: http://www.neuros.net/en/osteoporotic_fractures.php And the 3D image further down this page: http://www.spineuniverse.com/profess...enerative-disc
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"Harrison" - info (at) adrsupport.org Fell on my ***winter 2003, Canceled fusion April 6 2004 Reborn June 25th, 2004, L5-S1 ADR Charite in Boston Founder & moderator of ADRSupport - 2004 Founder Arthroplasty Patient Foundation a 501(c)(3) - 2006 Creator & producer, Why Am I Still Sick? - 2012 Donate www.arthropatient.org/about/donate |
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Thanks, Harrison! Thank you for the clarification and I will check out those links!
One more question I'd like to put out there... My surgeon says there's not reason to do a discogram. He doesn't like them - thinks they give false positives etc. plus you can clearly see the disc is basically gone at C5C6 and everything else looks normal. Nerve EMG also reports C5C6 so do you think I should trust this and not do one? I don't really see the point either but am I missing something? THANKS!
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2/12 Woke up with pain in neck 8/14 MRI reveals DDD C5C6 with stenosis osteophytes. 2/24/15 ADR Surgery C5C6 w/ ProDisc |
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Yes Mike, the surgeons that have seen me since that nerve root block said I was lucky not to sustain worse complications from the cord injury, they believe I suffered a spinal shock!
I did have a discogram prior to the nerve root block, and though the test was uncomfortable, it did not hurt as much as the nerve root block (because of the cord injury) as the nerve root block was suppose to produce some pain relief! The results from the discogram were not useful either, as they were positive at 4 levels, and later the surgeons thought I need to treat 2 or 3 levels (not all agreed on which levels). Additionally, the discogram was done to help determine which of the levels that are herniated are responsible for my pain symptoms. However, in your case, you only have 1 level (C5-C6) so not sure about the value of the discogram! Wishing you the best, Dema
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7/2007 Whiplash injury 11/2009 Cervical disc herniation C3-C6 (C5-C6 worse) 2010-2013 Conservative treatments (drugs, PT, epidurals, prolotherapy, acupuncture...etc), little effect on pain Considering surgery (typical questions, which type & which surgeon!) |
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Thanks, Dema! My surgeon said it was unnecessary also but one that I'm not going with suggested it. I don't see the point either. Hope you're spine is healed soon so you can get the treatment you need!
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2/12 Woke up with pain in neck 8/14 MRI reveals DDD C5C6 with stenosis osteophytes. 2/24/15 ADR Surgery C5C6 w/ ProDisc |
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1998- Injured neck and back in USAF 2011 - Started experiencing Severe Symptoms, Migranes, numbness, spasms in legs and feet and sciatica. Feb 2014 - Received upper Lumbar Injection - Severe Allergy to injection Mar 2014 - MRI of Cervical and Lumbar, protruding disc in C3-7, Herniated Disc in L5/S1, placed on STD and FMLA ) July 2014 - Stem Cell Procedure performed Oct 20, 2014 - ADR (MOBI-C) at C5-7 and Anterior Fusion at L5/S1 by Dr. Pettine and Dr. Techy |
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Hey everyone! I'm one month away from my scheduled surgery and having the 'I hope this is the right decision' jitters! Since my surgery is for pain only, I'm wondering if anyone that has had ADR wouldn't mind weighing in on their results specifically for pain?
I know there are varying opinions on whether or not to do surgery for pain since discs can look bad that are actually asymptomatic etc, but since I'm only one level, I'm hoping my situation is more cut and dried. My biggest fear is ending up worse! I'm attaching one of my X-Ray shots also if anyone wants to check it out! Most surgeons have felt c5c6 was very likely the source of my pain, but some cautioned you can never be sure, even with a discogram. I've been dealing with this for three years so I feel like if I have a shot at getting better, I should take it! But then you hear things like 'there is no magic pill' and if there isn't, then why am I doing this?! Would love to hear you thoughts! THANKS!
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2/12 Woke up with pain in neck 8/14 MRI reveals DDD C5C6 with stenosis osteophytes. 2/24/15 ADR Surgery C5C6 w/ ProDisc |
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Why argue when a picture speaks a thousand words? What are your pain levels like?
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Weightlifter since 12 years old, now mid-40's and figuring out this wasn't such a good idea. Chronic back pain started in 2010 while shrugging weights that a 40 yr. old shouldn't even try. MRI in 2012 showing L4/L5, L5/S1 herniations and L2/L3 bulge. L5/S1 taking on new shape, chronic sciatica, etc. DEXA bone scan performed 5/7/14 showing mild osteopenia. Surgery performed July 9th, 2014, Dr Clavel, hybrid three level lumbar. |
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I'm 'only' 38 and with two young children, I would really like to get better. I feel like I have to at least try. It's just so scary with so many risks involved -- the main thing I'm worried about is it not working!
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2/12 Woke up with pain in neck 8/14 MRI reveals DDD C5C6 with stenosis osteophytes. 2/24/15 ADR Surgery C5C6 w/ ProDisc |
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Mobi-C
The decision is an easy one, do it.
If I were doing the cervical, it would be the Mobi-C. Speaking from experience, if you are having any nerve issue, the sooner the better. Have talked to people that have the disc, cervical, and like me, except the weakness issue, this may take a LONG time to resolve, but the pain is GONE. All the best,
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Jerry, Somewhere Ohio L2-3 herniation, two days before Thanksgiving, 2012, Discectomy/Laminectomy, 3/13 Numbness in the right leg, lateral femoral, gone, July 10, 2014 L45 M6 ADR, July 15 PLIF L5-S1, Not able to access L51 Anterior. |
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That's very reassuring, Jerry5! Fortunately I don't have the weakness issue. Mostly just irritated nerve causing stenosis and pain. Scheduled for Feb 24th! Hopefully no insurance hangups. Apparently my insurance doesn't cover Mobi-C but will do ProDisc. My surgeon is extremely comfortable with both so hoping for the best!
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2/12 Woke up with pain in neck 8/14 MRI reveals DDD C5C6 with stenosis osteophytes. 2/24/15 ADR Surgery C5C6 w/ ProDisc |
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