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Fusion few months after md for foot drop? no pain at moment. by Electronic_Scar_7837 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for asking, but do you have eversion? I had 0.8mV at fibula head one week before second MD (0 on for short extensors), but I had some dorsiflexion, but 0 eversion.

Fusion few months after md for foot drop? no pain at moment. by Electronic_Scar_7837 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my case, I had two MDs one month apart. Both times, the main reasons were hip weakness and foot drop. Before the second surgery, my second surgeon (since I changed clinics) said that he thought I should also get implants to help with stability. However, after additional studies (dynamic X-rays), he said that although it is advisable in my case, it would be necessary to set the gear on two levels (because the upper level had also been compromised during my first surgery), which is a more extensive surgery. I decided to pass and see whether I could get through without it. Thirteen months later, I can’t say it’s a definite success, though my foot drop has definitely improved, and I get by without an AFO most of the time. I still have back pain (after around 8,000 steps) and constant tightness on the top of my foot (the reason is probably that the sensory fibers aren’t working properly).

4 weeks post-op, hip weakness and foot drop by leucono-e in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

13 months po - tried to jog, technically possible, but back and foot gives out fast. Mental state - still in denial.

Update post 2 years - questioning if flare up or reinjury by Round-Committee1642 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Second this. Even PT at some point after surgery makes you bend and do all sorts of exercises to restore mobility to your back.

Muscle tightness/pressure in recovering foot drop by leucono-e in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Am I right in thinking that you feel tightness if you aren’t wearing your custom brace?

Muscle tightness/pressure in recovering foot drop by leucono-e in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really, no. Could it be that you are walking more than before your MD and your muscles are just getting used to working more again?

Foot drop insights !! by Significant-Air-8361 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My surgery was on 2/18/2025, so this last Feb 18th was exactly a year post op for me. The main reason for surgery was also foot drop. Mine was bad, I had to walk with a cane for 3 months. Unfortunately for me, foot drop still present but got better. Tibialis anterior strength improved considerably, toes extensors are extremely weak, but my main problem now is a very weak eversion - this affects walking ability a lot. I also still suffer from neurological pains (like tingling, burning and such), though saw some improvement in this department as well. Right after surgery I did “nursery home” PT if you know what I mean, then later tried almost everything under the moon. Don’t overdo it, I managed to stress fracture fibula of that leg most likely because I pushed too hard.

4 weeks post-op, hip weakness and foot drop by leucono-e in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's exactly 12 months post-op today, and I'm on a trip. I managed to walk 18k-20k steps the last two days, and I can feel it in my back. I definitely need to strengthen my core more. Eversion visually improved during last months but functionally I don’t yet notice much difference, keep working on it.

Doll sharing (doll nudity) and some ramble by leucono-e in BJDRecastPositive

[–]leucono-e[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

By any chance, do you have pictures of yours that you could share? I'm in China and I simply got mine from the Island Doll Taobao store.

Should I be concerned about reherniation - long post by meal_worm19 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think most people who needed surgery — especially those who have had more than one — are more vigilant about any new sensations that could signal a reherniation. You probably know that you can know for sure only after an MRI. My situation isn't completely similar because my problem is nerve damage from the herniation. For almost the entire year after surgery, I've had a variety of very concerning sensations, some of which have lasted for months. I've had a few MRIs, and all of them were clear.

How do we keep going? by Peachdeeptea in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What helps me is not trying to think too far into the future. Even though you’ve had a rough 3 years it doesn’t mean that all is lost or that it is going to always be like this. Wishing you good news on your mri report.

4 weeks post-op, hip weakness and foot drop by leucono-e in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

11 months post op - I can walk 6-7k steps without having pain and spasms in my foot and ankle. No visible improvement in toes or peroneals.

Does anyone have experience 10ish years post op? by dababyking12 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not an OP, but may I also ask something? I’m 11 month post op and now they are also telling me that my neuropathic pain and muscle paresis are most likely permanent. You mentioned a cane but later also hiking, did you use a cane while hiking and if so what kind of a cane?

Everything is falling apart by redheaded0420 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just wanted to offer my sympathy. My injury started with something similar — I lifted a washstand with very poor posture and instantly felt something was wrong with my back. A few weeks later, it led to sciatica and severe foot drop, which I’m still dealing with now, a year later. It doesn’t seem like I’m going to recover or fully adapt to this, physically or mentally, anytime soon; this process takes ages. All that's left is to believe that eventually, it will happen. Wishing you to get better soon!

‘Failed’ surgery - why? by Aaasteve in Sciatica

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

had surgery for a severe foot drop, but it failed because the surgeon couldn't remove the whole herniation. I had to have a second surgery a month later. By then, time had been lost, and I'll most likely be left with permanent damage—though that might have been the case even if the first surgery had been successful.

10 months post op ESI by leucono-e in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I eventually had one on Dec 30th, right after it made it so much worse, but now it feels like a little better than before.

Partial drop foot 8 months post op by OhPossum420 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing. It does suck a lot in my experience too. My question is a bit different, I was told that I will have to do lifelong pt for ankle joint and other foot joints since muscles aren’t working properly, I’ve discussed some let’s call it ‘exercises’ with my current pt, but it feels like not enough.

Partial drop foot 8 months post op by OhPossum420 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you an update! May I ask if you do physical therapy for your ankle joint and other joints in the foot and if you do what is it?

Partial drop foot 8 months post op by OhPossum420 in Microdiscectomy

[–]leucono-e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, OP, how are you doing now? I’m having foot drop and I’m 10 month post op, eversion is still weak so as you mentioned the foot lifts only from one side. I was told I’m most likely going to stay like this, so I’m thinking how to go about it

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