Bobbieo
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Sun May-23-10 07:53 PM
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Laser Surgery for Spinal Stenosis - Has anyone on DU gone through the process? |
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Sun May-23-10 08:36 PM
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1. No, but I have the problem and would love some feedback |
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from those who have. I have an appointment with the pain management clinic tomorrow, since I'm considered a poor surgical risk. I'm trying to avoid surgery and anything stronger than Voltaren.
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Sun May-23-10 08:46 PM
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2. dgibby - Please keep me posted on the results of your visit to pain |
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management. I'm in quite a bit of chronic discomfort and at my age am also a poor surgical risk.
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Sun May-23-10 08:51 PM
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Chronic pain can really wear you down, can't it? I'm hoping for a non-invasive, non-narcotic solution. Take care of yourself.:hug:
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Sun May-23-10 10:19 PM
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I had chronic pain for five years and was to a point where I could barely walk. I did the open back surgery thing last july. Had fusion L4-L5. I have to admit I regret not having it sooner. I'm lots better and living life again. Wish you the best of luck.
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Sun May-23-10 10:23 PM
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I'm such a wimp. I'll do anything to avoid surgery.
Glad you had a good outcome.
Thanks for sharing. I appreciate the encouragement.
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Sun May-23-10 10:47 PM
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6. Think that is the type of surgery my friend had a few years ago. It was succesful! I'm 87, now. |
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Edited on Sun May-23-10 10:48 PM by Bobbieo
will my age make a difference?
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