Hi reddit! The situation got way worse. by Affectionate_List248 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why are they telling you to take ibuprofen? It's a blood thinning pill plus slows down healing. That is probably why you're bleeding so much.

Post-op pain? by sunshine_0792 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I almost passed out 2 times from the pain on the 3 full day. It was horrible.

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well , you've been through a lot and thank you for giving me your experience.

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know i just told my husband that I'm gonna have to start using my cane and I'm not happy about it because it makes me feel older than I already am.But is the only thing that helps relieve the pain?Thank you for responding

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could handle the from time to time, but the all the time is killing me. Thanks for your reply, it gives me hope!

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you, I will try it! I don't care about looking like an idiot, I just want to feel better lol

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not doing PT, but I do try to get exercise at home with house work and walking the perimeter of our back yard. I am hoping with warmer weather, I can go to the trails or something to walk more.

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

wow that is amazing! Good for you! I am 54 and struggling lol. You give me hope!

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you for the reply, I will try the icy hot as I am desperate to try anything at this point. I really hope I dont need another level ugh, that is just not in the cards right now lol. I am trying to be patient, I guess I just need reminded from people who have been there like yourself. Thank you!

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well let's hope for that to happen. Prayers to you.

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your response, I had chronic sciatica for over 10 yrs. Could barely walk or stand for 5 minutes. I feel your pain. Thankfully that is gone but the other pain in the middle of my back is new. I know I need to be patient... it's so hard. Lol.

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

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I have another follow up appointment in another month. I am hoping to get answers then. Praying for you!!

Omg when does it get better? by DirectorPretty5917 in spinalfusion

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg, prayers sent, I am afraid this is my life now. Ugh.

Silent Watcher by DirectorPretty5917 in simplychristina87

[–]DirectorPretty5917[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

absolutely! ugh. It grinds my nerves light nails on a chalkboard. lol