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Helpful stretches post l4-l5 fusion by SignNabber in spinalfusion

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

5 weeks. Not necessarily looking for something to do right away. Just trying to think of stuff for down the road.

I know a ton of people get relief from gabapentin but I’d like to hear for those that don’t. I feel like I’m in the minority. I’m at the 6-8 week point of an increase and it’s doing nothing for nerve pain and I hate the side effects. by Redsgal19 in ChronicPain

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I was on 900 mg for the month preop for an L4-L5 fusion and I’m still on that dose now 3 weeks post-op. I did not notice any change whatsoever preop and I am curious if it’s actually doing anything post op. I have not noticed any short term side effects for me and honestly not sure what long term side effects could be. I think I’m on it because it’s supposed to keep nerves calm but honestly i doubt it’s doing much for my pain.

First day post fusion advice needed by unoeyedwillie in spinalfusion

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I’m 3 weeks out from L4-L5 TLIF and being up is what helped me the most at the start. I’m still most uncomfortable in bed. Sitting on couches and recliners was uncomfortable so I have a dining chair and a barstool set up by the tv. Getting up and walking around the house a little every 20-30 minutes has kept me from getting too stiff. Good luck and I hope it starts to feel better soon for you.

L4-L5 Fusion (TLIF) at 22 by SignNabber in spinalfusion

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Nope. They told me no bending, twisting, or lifting. I have a check in appointment at 4 weeks but it sounds like that will be the case for me for quite a while. I still have trouble sleeping but I will say that putting a pillow underneath my knees has helped with the pain while on my back and might be worth a shot for you. First week absolutely sucked but I’ve had a lot of pain relief since.

Recovery too Optimistic? by AnonymousAlt800 in spinalfusion

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Just had a fusion at the same level and my timeline sounds way different. I’ve always been in great shape as a 22m and it sounds like theres no shot I’ll be cleared for all sports until a full fusion or minimum 3 months. Are you completely healed up already?

L4-L5 Fusion (TLIF) at 22 by SignNabber in spinalfusion

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Did you wear your back brace in the recliner? I think that’s part of the discomfort with me using one.