Can anyone tell me their story about spinal fusion surgery. The postier (thru the back) I am very nervous .?
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Don't be nervous!! I had a L4-S1 done almost two years ago and I have been pretty much pain free ever since! The best advice I can give you is this:
1. Make sure the doc that does you surgery specializes in only back surgery mostly only ortho guys.
2. Absolutely ask for references from him and others.
3. Make sure Make sure Make sure that you are not overweight.
4. GET OUT OF BED ASAP after it is done. I got up and started walking 3 days after mine and walked about 6-9 miles a day. the more walking you do the stronger the fusion will take.
5. Use your own bone graft! Initially it will hurt more, but the chances of a successful fusion are better.
6. As soon as your incision heals, start swimming, will strengthen all your core muscles to support the site.
7. Make sure you follow the recovery Gide lines absolutely to the letter!
8. Don't smoke.your graft won't take.
9. Stay positive and make every day count.
I had my surgery done in the first part of November, was walking 3 days later. Started swimming 3 weeks later. I was back to work and riding my horse by the middle of January without pain! If you need support or want to chat more about this contact me at cross_countryjumper@yahoo.com
Good Luck!
luckily ive not had to go thru that...painful sounding tho...goodluck - god bless
A friend's son recently went through this surgery, and though he has a slight reduction in his range of motion, is perfectly fine.
My brother had it after 2 back surgeries & he recovered quicker from the fusion. Now he works a full time & somewhat physical job.
It's normal to be nervous. If your doctor knows what he's doing try and have faith it's hard I know but know it's for the best.
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