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The Big File All issues not easily categorized in the above forums are here. Comments on general health, diet, "getting comfortable," and more are here. |
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Hello All
I do not believe I formally introduced myself, although I have posted a couple threads under other areas. I have spent a great deal of time pouring through all the various topics and threads posted here. It is somewhat comforting to know that I am not alone with my issues, and I often remember those here if I start to feel sorry for myself and how much worse off I truly could be. I hope you will forgive my impatience for not introducing myself before posting elsewhere. I truly need a place like this at the point I am at medically. Thank you.
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DDD diagnosed ~99 Chronic Pain since Aug 2006 Failed L4 Microdisctectomy Apr 2007 2008-Positive Disco (L4/L5&L5/S1 annular tears) Herniated discs at L4/L5/S1, bulging T12 Began constant/severe neck & upper back pain 11/09 Jan 10-Cervical/Thoracic MRI:bone spurs+new disc probs Cervical Spine issues causing terrible pain beginning in July 2021 - scheduled for 2 level C-Spine ADR on Oct 19th 2021 now!! Part of Clinical Trial so unsure if Mobi-C or Baguera C will be implanted .... |
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James,
What are you able to do at this point? What meds are you taking? Hang in!! Talk soon.......... Todd
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Maverick disc ( L4-L5 ) http://maverick-disc.blogspot.com/ My ADR video's can also be seen on www.youtube.com print ( newdisc ) into the space bar. Stenum hospital ....Germany 10-19-07 * Walked 9 miles on the tread mill 5-10% grade (8-29-08) * 10 mile Mountain hike on 10-11-08 (completed) |
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Welcome
James, my New England neighbor....welcome! I look forward to hearing more about your journey in the days ahead.
We are here for you!
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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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Some answers ...
Hello Todd - I am currently barely able to work, and not a whole lot more. I am fortunate enough to have a desk job (most of the time), and have been with the same employer almost 20 years, so they are fairly understanding of my condition so far. I am on Avinza (morphine), Valium, and Vicoden currently. The morphine has only been introduced almost 2 months ago. I have been on the others daily for over 3 years. Thanks for your response.
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DDD diagnosed ~99 Chronic Pain since Aug 2006 Failed L4 Microdisctectomy Apr 2007 2008-Positive Disco (L4/L5&L5/S1 annular tears) Herniated discs at L4/L5/S1, bulging T12 Began constant/severe neck & upper back pain 11/09 Jan 10-Cervical/Thoracic MRI:bone spurs+new disc probs Cervical Spine issues causing terrible pain beginning in July 2021 - scheduled for 2 level C-Spine ADR on Oct 19th 2021 now!! Part of Clinical Trial so unsure if Mobi-C or Baguera C will be implanted .... |
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Thank you
Hello Harrison. Thank you for the greeting. My wife, Cathy, has been a member of this site for some time now on my behalf and has told me many good things about you. She has been a great researcher and advocate for me, but I have finally realized that I too must become alot more involved with my issues. Thank you again.
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DDD diagnosed ~99 Chronic Pain since Aug 2006 Failed L4 Microdisctectomy Apr 2007 2008-Positive Disco (L4/L5&L5/S1 annular tears) Herniated discs at L4/L5/S1, bulging T12 Began constant/severe neck & upper back pain 11/09 Jan 10-Cervical/Thoracic MRI:bone spurs+new disc probs Cervical Spine issues causing terrible pain beginning in July 2021 - scheduled for 2 level C-Spine ADR on Oct 19th 2021 now!! Part of Clinical Trial so unsure if Mobi-C or Baguera C will be implanted .... |
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