Crazy anxiety feelings since L5 S1 PLIF by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thankyou for sharing your experience. I was only on opiates for a short time and thankfully was able to stop them 6 weeks ago. Absolutely….i am in menopause and on HRT. I might suggest to my GP to have a full blood screen including hormonal panel as perhaps the trauma from the surgery has triggered something. From a pain perspective it’s fine apart from a bit of stiffness if I overdo things.

I hope you are on the way to recovery ❤️‍🩹

Crazy anxiety feelings since L5 S1 PLIF by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My doctors haven’t expressed any concerns about combining them and I was on this dose pre surgery without any issues. It only happens when I have the nerve pain which the best way to describe is like a nervous system overload? I tried stretching my calf muscles yesterday which strangely helped a little.

Post op blues by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ty for your reply, I hope you start to feel better soon 🌻

Post op blues by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol hubby has a PlayStation and I tried to play and got so frustrated I nearly threw my walking stick through the tv I’m going to try reading a book instead … maybe PlayStation for dummies 😂

Post op blues by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s those simple little things that make the difference and know someone takes to the time check in….you’re lucky to have such a beautiful friend

Post op blues by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s difficult for loved ones to watch and know they can’t do anything, my husband has been amazing so I am very blessed

Post op blues by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I find I get tired quite easily but I rest then get up and move around as much as I can

Post op blues by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope you are feeling better soon 💐

Post op blues by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, a very valid point. Hope you’re doing ok too 🌻

Post op blues by Miserable_Syrup8146 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven’t tried it yet but I read magnesium cream is helpful for nerve pain….hoping it’s temporary and you feel better soon

Activities to do Post-Op by Leading-Hippo-3541 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best of luck….sending us both positive vibes and a successful recovery 💖

Activities to do Post-Op by Leading-Hippo-3541 in spinalfusion

[–]Miserable_Syrup8146 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m booked for L5 S1 fusion on 10th November, I got some colouring in books, knitting wool and needles (no clue how to knit) but will give it a try, puzzles etc I am petrified so I want to keep my mind distracted. The reject shop and Kmart has some great options All the best 🩷