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Monday at 7:30 they begin cutting on me.
I am having an anterior discectomy c4-c5. This is an add on to the c5-c7 that I already have.
They have to take the old hardware out and put in new.
There are a couple of things that I am worried about....
#1 is that taking out screws and putting them back in the same holes... although I am no handyman I have done that before and they end up being a little loose. I asked about that and they said, well there could be that problem... I asked if there was an orthopedic molly bolt and they said no.
#2 I am still falling down, knees are buckling stills. I am scared that I will end up a quad...
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Re: Scared
« Reply #1 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 6:52pm » |
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Much Love and Support!!!!
Things will be fine
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Re: Scared
« Reply #2 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 7:00pm » |
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I'd be surprised if you weren't worried about this kind of thing. The sawbones will be scared enough too and will make it it come out all right.
My thoughts are with you and I hope you don't have this guy: 
I'm Evil
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It could be worse!
Just tryin to make ya laugh dude, im sure everything will go just fine....tell them to use slightly bigger screws.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #4 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 7:05pm » |
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OMG 
You spine looks just like mine with no curvature in it at all. You have fewer arthritic spurs, and a little more space between veribra...what is this proceedure for? I'm truely curious. It's almost like looking at my own ex-rays.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #5 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 7:07pm » |
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Fewer spurs... they ground them down the last time they were in there.
c4 disc is blown and making my right arm shoulders and neck numb and hurt.....
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Re: Scared
« Reply #6 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 7:16pm » |
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on Aug 13th, 2004, 7:07pm, athos wrote:| Fewer spurs... they ground them down the last time they were in there. |
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that would make sence
c4 disc is blown and making my right arm shoulders and neck numb and hurt.....
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I'm sorry Dear.....I'll be sending vibes that all goes well.....I'm sure it will.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #7 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 7:16pm » |
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This is what happens when you forget to brush afterwards, Jonny. All those fillings.. Tsk tsk. 
Fortunately, Jonny doesn't have that problem any longer........
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Re: Scared
« Reply #8 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 7:45pm » |
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You will be in my thoughts - energy on the way.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #9 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 8:16pm » |
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Athos,
Going on the way you have been is not an option any longer. I'm sure this will help your situation. There will be some recovery time and physical therapy, but I'm sure they have taken this as the best route to go for you at this time. Try to go with trust.
All the VIBES I can gather for you, on the way.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #10 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 8:33pm » |
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Big vibes to ya athos. Hang in there, it will be ok.
They also use medical cement when installing harware like that, thats strong stuff.
Truck load of vibes for ya.................
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Re: Scared
« Reply #11 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 8:43pm » |
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sending LOTS of *positive light and energy*
*pl&e*
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Re: Scared
« Reply #12 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 9:25pm » |
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Ken, having had both anterior and posterior C4-5-6-7 fussion i can understand your concerns. Other than the post op pain and nec brace, the pain caused by the spine was relieved at once.
Trust your medical team, have deep faith, and go in as calm and positvie as possible.
Monday will be a day you are at the top of my 'thought & prayer list.
Peace,
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Re: Scared
« Reply #13 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 9:32pm » |
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((((((((((((VIBES)))))))))))))))))
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Re: Scared
« Reply #14 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 9:51pm » |
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((((( Ken )))))
Prayers and vibes on there way
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Re: Scared
« Reply #15 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 9:54pm » |
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Hey Althos,
First, I had had 2 back operations so far. Had my back broken in 91. Used TSRH type of fixation when they fused my spine.
Did research on the implants and found out that No matter what type they use the bone always grows away from the fixation. They should use some type of bone puddy to re install the fixation. Are they going to fuse the bones or just use the fixation to keep things in place? I have found the the Dr. i used answed all of my questions and concerns i had. Also Just like this CH thing we go thru you need to educate yourself.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #16 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 10:07pm » |
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Ken......Stay tough...it's going to be OK. You're a strong guy...don't forget it!!! Luke
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Re: Scared
« Reply #17 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 10:18pm » |
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Good wishes coming your way from Canada. Like those before me have said - have faith in your medical team. I'll be thinking of you and praying it all goes well.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #18 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 10:23pm » |
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Totally understandable feelings Ken. Know we are all wishing you the best, and take the time to heel yourself.
You'll be in my thoughts and prayers, and please keep us posted.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #19 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 10:40pm » |
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Althos, DO a search on the web and use.........TSRH............
Texas Scottish Rite Hospital
they have a bunch of info on their site might help you with your up and coming operation.
Vibes to you and good luck things are going to be fine.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #20 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 11:40pm » |
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Geez, that is some scary stuff. Good luck to you Ken.
on Aug 13th, 2004, 7:01pm, Jonny wrote:
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Re: Scared
« Reply #21 on: Aug 13th, 2004, 11:49pm » |
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Goodluck Athos !
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Re: Scared
« Reply #22 on: Aug 14th, 2004, 12:14am » |
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I'd go with what Dan said Athos,
and it looks to me like the new proceedure will strengthen above and below the old area. Not that I'm a Dr. or anything..
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Re: Scared
« Reply #23 on: Aug 14th, 2004, 3:40am » |
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I really hope I get feeling back in my right hand....
Bone putty Graber screws... where is the stainless steel makita and the sand paper? Tim the tool man taylor?
The last piece of hardware cost $6000... I wonder what this one will cost.
Good lord.
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Re: Scared
« Reply #24 on: Aug 14th, 2004, 4:13am » |
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Hang tight, Ken...
... these guys have this shit down pat. It's nothing new to them.... you're in good hands bro...
Prayers on the way.
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