Comments on: Spinal Surgery

By: John

John — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:15:34 +0000

I was told 6 yrs ago I had degenerative Disk Disease.I had surgery and it DID NOT help,it actually made things worse.I recently had to have another surgery due to a tumor on my spine-that was pressing against nerves.And within 30 days I had to have another one. Due to he spinal fluid sack getting tore.As it did after the firs surgery 6 yrs ago.
But this time I got a infection due to surgery-and I now keep a dizzy headache,and have no energy. I wished I had of just dealt with things and NOT of had surgery!!! If anyone is told they need back surgery- – Please think long and hard before u consent to it.Sometimes dealing with things is eaaier than dealing with the after effects.

By: joseph

joseph — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:14:04 +0000

I would have to back Denise up on seeing a chiropractor with these back problems. I myself have stenosis and a bulging disc along with Pars Defect which the Dr said is striations of cartilage in the vertebrae. At 17, I suffered bi-lateral stress fractures in my L4 and the Dr offered for a spinal fussion which I denied and opted to let it heal on it’s own. Before I was diagnosed, however, i saw a chiropractor to get adjusted as everyone said it was growing pains. LOL, I knew I had bigger problems but I tried it. My Orthopedic Dr told me I did more harm than good having weekly back adjustments. I have been through many doctors and tried many many things to ease the pain, numbness, tingling, legs falling asleep…etc. Stay with it and go with your instinct, as it is your body and no one knows it better than you. Sometimes it takes not taking no for an answer as well. Be sure to research your symptoms and tell everything, i know I just listened to all those telling me the pain was in my head or not so bad but I had enough of it and I’m finally with the Dr’s that I believe will help me the most. Today, I had my 2nd cortizone epideral which I hope takes away the rest of the pain I was still experiencing after my 1st shot. Keep your chin up and keep on moving forward even though it seems hopeless at times, THERE IS HOPE!

By: Denise

Denise — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 03:09:30 +0000

Hi Chris, I too have a tarlov cyst but was shocked to see it on the MRI as it never caused any pain and it is 2.5 cm big and the doc says that is very large as I am only 90 lbs. It was there 2 years ago but my concern now is the herniated disc pain I have been having since the chiropractor adjusted me 3 months ago causing constant sciatic pain and you can feel this big lump in the lower part of my spine now and the tarlov cyst is in the sacrum so you can’t feel it. Did you have your surgery for your cyst? hope it was successful and that you are pain free. I’m seeing the surgeon for removal of mine or just an injection to drain it and then close it off with fibrin clue. Are you aware of this procedure? My main concern now is this herniated disc as that is the cause of this severe pain. People out there, don’t get adjusted if you have a disc buldge, herniated disc or even an annular or radial tear. You will end up worse. I unfortunately did.

By: Julie

Julie — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 02:20:10 +0000

Hi all – I had an L5-S1 spinal fusion on October 1 which took 10 1/2 hours due to the curvature of that portion of my spine. My back feels much better and my leg pain is gone, but I have “positional numbness” in various parts of my body, especially my right arm, due to laying in one position for so long during the surgery. I’m concerned about this as not only is my arm numb, but it aches, like a deep muscle pain as well. My surgeon said it should improve but we’re watching it. Has anyone had this problem post surgery before? My left armpit and one half of my crotch area are also numb. Thank you!

By: Larry

Larry — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 01:48:16 +0000

I just had two X-STOP implants put in my spine and in a matter of days wished I has done it years ago as the pain relief is remarkable and I can actually stand up and walk to the Home Depot store from front to back and out again without the aid of a shopping cart and my legs do no go numb and cause me to have to set and rest to get them under control to get out of the store.

By: Lamanda

Lamanda — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:10:50 +0000

Hi,
To anyone who is reading this. My son was born with this and has been diagnosed by a Genetics spec and a Bone spec. at the age of 1 yr old. He has an abnormality of the spine. His spinal bones are shaped liked bullets in the center of his back so his spine curves out of his back such like a (hunchback). After a year of x-rays and doctor visits every three months, they named it, Spondylolysis Dysplasia Type: Kyphosis. According to the bone specialist, if we don’t do surgery within 6-12 months after he turns 2yrs old, his spinal cord will bend like a waterhose and shut-off all curculation from the waste down. He is a walking miracle considering all the medical problems he should have, you would not be able to tell anything was wrong if you didn’t see or feel it.
If there is anyone out there who can give me some advise, warnings, or anything concerning my son’s situation, I would greatly appreciate it!!! Contact via e-mail wings_faith18@yahoo.com
Thanks

By: Dawn

Dawn — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:33:03 +0000

Hi Keren,

About a year ago, I had the spinal stimulator trial placed in my lower back. No matter how much I adjusted the electrical impulse levels, I could NOT stand it! Every time I spoke above a whisper, coughed, laughed, etc, it was SO painful. I think I now know what a dog with a shock collar feels like! I know it works for some people, but it did not work for me. When I went back to my doctor after the week-long trial, I BEGGED him to take it out immediately. I am now waiting to have a multi-level disc fusion, which is scary, but I would NEVER have the spinal cord stimulator permanently implanted. I hope this helps!!

By: Don

Don — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:30:38 +0000

Hello!All
I would like to share a success story i had
a fussion L4 an L5 were herinated!Causing servere pain each day!I decided to have surgery
it is a blessing that Iam not in pain eachday!
I still have some pain yet it!s not the pain
in both legs!!!You must have faith,because
with-out it nothing works out well!Have faith
Email me Winntrader@yahoo.com i!ll share other
success stories.How to stop smoking!Bye

By: carolyn

carolyn — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:04:24 +0000

Hey guys i am new at this and trying like hell to put together all the info i can find and help from you guys would be greatly appreciated. i am looking for info on stem cell surgery on spinalcord injury. My friend is a parapelegic and we are looking into stem cell surgery. i am looking for any site i can download research and your comments will help me tremendously with all we have to do. He is using his own stem cells and hopefully knowing that portugal has the best success rate around will be walking assisted or unassisted would be better. Please let me know if you have any info and know where we can research this. my name is carolyn and miabemine4@yahoo.com is my email. ty so much for reading this.

By: terri

terri — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:34:42 +0000

my 11 year old had spinal fusion surgery aug. 5 and is well on her road to recovery-if u want to talk email me at terri3485@gmail.com