Hello my fusion friends, I know it has been a long time since I have posted. I have been stuck in my own little pity party and didn't want to subject anyone else to it. I'm still trying to figure out...
Dear Abilene, Thank you so much my friend; your kind words have made my day. It has been a busy one and you brought a smile to my face for the first time in many days. I think my body is trying to...
Dear Stray Dog and White Beard, Thank you for the kind words and condolences, they are very much appreciated. Tomorrow I am going to brave the radiology department at the hospital to get my initial...
Hello my friends, It's been a while since I have been able to post. I assumed full care of Chris at home after 30 plus days in acute care. I was promised that he would have nursing care at home, I...
Thank you for your continued support. These posts have helped me physically and emotionally. I believe that everything happens for a reason and thank God everyday that my surgery was performed before...
I want to thank you for your support. My surgery went very well and my recovery uneventful. I wear my Aspen collar 24/7 and utilize the bone stimulator 4 hours per day. When I overextend myself, my...
Well...today is the day! We leave for the hospital at 0400 to check in at 0500, Surgery is at 0600. The team consists of two of the best neurosurgeons in the county and my PCP is sitting in. I can't...
Thank you pitmom! Pinky...
Once again I want to thank each and everyone for the compassion and guidance you have given me. I know that the information you have shared with me will play a vital role in the success of this...
Hope everyone is doing well and enjoying life. I have been concentrating on preparing for the big day. I received my wedge pillow today; what a difference it makes! I spoke with the hospital...
Hello Friends, Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and is having a healthly New Year. I have been offline for the last two weeks... computer issues. I think I made some headway in this WC...
Hope all of you are experiencing a wonderful day! It would be nice if hubby could get FMLA; it's a small company with only four employees. He will be here as much as needed. He's definitely a keeper!...
Thank you for all of the wonderful suggestions and continued support. I believe it will play a great deal in the success of my recovery. I have decided to cut my hair and donate it. My husband...
Thank you for all of the support, it is helping tremendously! My anxiety level is way below m husband's at this point. I'm finally back to enjoying all of the wonderful elements around me. I am going...
Thank you for all of the wonderful support; my anxiety level has decreased significantly... I'm ready to request a copy of the filmed surgery to use a learning tool. Sounds strange, but I know a lot...
I am so thankful that I found this site for all the wonderful information it has provided to help alleviate the ongoing escalation of stress of surgery. Plans are for a 5 level ACDF to relieve severe...