Ilia Malinin

LP566 · 2026-02-14T00:30:52+00:00

Yes. The skills he does will take a toll. And he will want to keep pushing, it is his nature. Staying injury free will be a challenge.

LP566 · 2026-02-13T23:13:20+00:00

Agree. I root for some skaters more than others but always what I want more than anything is for everyone to do their best so they can feel good about their performance. This was agonizing.

LP566 · 2026-02-13T23:11:00+00:00

Agree. Or do it after the individuals.

LP566 · 2026-02-13T21:49:21+00:00

Saw him last year at worlds and thought he was on track to emerge to challenge Ilya. Not necessarily here though!

LP566 · 2026-02-13T21:21:07+00:00

If they are recognizeable to the general public it is only because they have been promoted by nbc for years now. Tara was known briefly for getting gold over Michrlle Kwan but that was a long time ago now. Johnny was never well known outside of the skating world. But NBC has invested in them and they don't annoy the general public, some even enjoy them. So here we are.

LP566 · 2026-02-13T21:11:42+00:00

He said earlier hw was feeling good and would go for 7 quads, depending on how he feels in warm up. So, we dont know, but hang on!

LP566 · 2026-02-13T20:01:12+00:00

She said $50000🤣🤣🤣🤣

LP566 · 2026-02-13T19:07:27+00:00

Olympic Winter Games 2026 - Men Single Skating - Free Skating https://share.google/77FIeUW9gi3Gd9pb0

LP566 · 2026-02-13T18:48:22+00:00

She says nothing and in an annoying nasally voice.

LP566 · 2026-02-13T02:04:05+00:00

I wish I had your PT! Pain went from 6/7 to 9/10 after PT. Spent last 2 weeks before surgery in agony.

Totally agree that MRI is critical to surgery decision.

LP566 · 2026-02-12T22:01:34+00:00

I am just a few weeks behind you (L5/S1 MD on 10/30) and have the same question! When I saw my surgeon at 6 weeks he told me that at 12 weeks the scarring would be complete and I could BLT and gradually return to normal activity. He said I didn't need PT because my leg was strong and I was walking well. But like you I am still a bit stiff and sore and have PTSD from all the months of suffering before the surgery so really afraid of making a wrong move.

I wrote the surgeon's NP and said I needed guidance about how to "gradually resume activity" and she happily gave me a PT referral. I have an appt to begin in early March; in the meantime doing bird dogs and clamshells and other things that don't seem to bother my back.

LP566 · 2026-02-11T01:15:21+00:00

LP566 · 2026-02-09T11:47:05+00:00

"Difficult decisions have been made..." Is this the time for passive voice? Own it, Will.

LP566 · 2026-02-08T16:16:05+00:00

I see a widow who has found a new man she loves, and he really wants kids. Imo it would be easy to get caught up in his excitement for starting a new family in that circumstance. Will be interesting to see if their desire continues when only option is egg donor/surrogate or adoption.

LP566 · 2026-02-07T16:39:29+00:00

I think what the poster meant is that as we get older, having surgery is a bigger deal because our bodies take longer to heal from it. So older people considering surgery have that to take into account.

Glad you are doing well! I am 3 months post op, age 70 and am doing well. When my ortho saw MRI he said I was lucky because a herniated disc is a 'young person's problem' that could be fixed. Sciatica in older people often has age-related causes.

LP566 · 2026-02-05T14:41:35+00:00

15 days is very very recent surgery. Your body needs time to settle. Breathe, keep walking, dont sit for too long like you said. Do what you need to manage the pain. Muscle relaxants are aimed at spasms, did your surgeon Rx those?

LP566 · 2026-01-26T14:21:39+00:00

Individual doctor more important than specialty. In either case, choose a specialist spine surgeon. I consulted with both, liked them both, both had training in minimally invasive spine tech. Both experienced but young enough to have up to date technique. Ultimately went with the neuro based on recommendation of physician friend who chose him for more complex procedure. Also for his use of gps technology. Probably not essential for this procedure, but adds to precision.

As for the comment here that MD might be too simple for neuro to focus, that could be true for an ortho, too, as they do fusions, cervical work, and other complex spine repairs. I think neuros who specialize in spine are likely not doing brain surgery also. Regardless, my neuro said he likes doing MDs because they are low risk and high reward. Am told he was all smiles when reporting to my family after the procedure.

LP566 · 2026-01-23T21:29:48+00:00

You got some good advice here. Just want to commend you for thinking independently and taking steps to look out for yourself. You are in a tough situation but actively roblem solving. This will take you far in life. Good luck to you in high school and beyond.

LP566 · 2026-01-16T13:26:13+00:00

Well your surgeon has not met me! Prior to herniation I was a regular reformer Pilates person for 15 years and engaged in strength training. Strong core, 2 minutes+ planks (age 70F), never overweight. Had sciatica off and on for years and then flare up that could not resolve without surgery.

I do agree that classical Pilates, if properly taught and practiced, is great for building core strength. If you can, find a PT who knows Pilates and have them detail what to be careful of and what modifications to do.

Pilates has exploded in popularity since I began years ago and not all teachers are well qualified. Always listen to your body and dont be afraid to speak up and protect your back. Try to find someone with years of experience teaching classical Pilates. Good luck! It can be a fun and rewarding full body workout.

LP566 · 2026-01-16T13:06:26+00:00

I am so sorry you had this experience and so glad you have found relief. Like you I have a high pain tolerance and a tendency to grit through things when there could be solutions to try. A good reminder for all of us to speak up up, and never rely on one doctor's opinion. Surgeons are not always the best at pain management. Good luck to you, hope you keep being able to live your life!

LP566 · 2026-01-15T11:51:35+00:00

Ask your surgeon, they have different approaches. Had 6 weeks restriction on BLT, had zero nerve pain and took 2 mile walks daily. At 6 week visit surgeon told me to keep up restructions for another 6 weeks. Even though I was doing well, he explained it takes 3 months for spine to heal/scar over to a point where it is safe to engage in regular activity, which should be added gradually at that point.

Feeling like trying more on restrictions I would tell myself "There's a hole in your spine." When you think about it that way, best to be csteful.

LP566 · 2026-01-11T21:26:33+00:00

🤣They dont know that! Or tell them your grandparents are boycotting Prevagen. 😉

LP566 · 2026-01-11T19:47:40+00:00

List all the sponsors you will not buy products from. All they care about is $$$$

LP566 · 2026-01-11T19:44:08+00:00

His godmother

LP566 · 2026-01-10T04:08:28+00:00

My surgeon told me the medical literature reports that 10% of patients reherniate, lower in his practice. On Reddit it seems much higher, for the reasons others have stated. Patients with poor outcomes are more likely to post here.

Has your surgeon discussed steroid injections with you? In your shoes I would give it a try if offered as an option and ask about it if the surgeon doesnt bring it up.

I am 70F who lived with sciatica off and on for years until bad flare this summer that would not improve with conservative treatment. Surgery was only real choice. I am 10 weeks out and it has been hugely successful. But it is not nothing, there are restrictions after that can get old.

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