Is it normal to always fear that I will have a re-herniation of the S1/L5 disc after the microdiscectomy? has anyone had that experience, I pray I won't. The pain before the surgery was the worst I...
Yes I found my second epidural was just a band aid for my surgery, which was done May 2. Pain immediately left, odd cause you cant bend/twist/or lift for six weeks and wear this big brace - oh well...
thank you again, I am sure the orthro doc thought the same, never mentioned the micro version.....I am in good shape, thanks for the heads up and wish me luck!...
Thank you laser may sound great but would definitely need to do more research & discuss as the last thing I want is another surgery!! Thanks...
Yes. Herniated dish protrudes 9mm...
Thank you! very helpful. I also saw now there is a laser discectomy procedure. Will check that out. I am a senior too - I just want to be able to walk, I normally walk 4 miles a day...
did he have to stay overnight in the hospital? how was his recovery time? thank you!...
thank you! will bring that up when we have our discussion - I probably have that too. Appreciate your help - yes, now skeptical about Tuesdays second epidural, but yes I could see insurance companys...
Yes I was told a Diskectomy. Glad to hear your husband is doing good, with a good doctor I should be ok also - did he have to have epidurals first also? and will look for a great orthopedic doctor....
thank you. Nerve pain is so intense, I just want this over. I hope they do schedule surgery quickly and yes, will check around for the best !...
I had a lumbar spinal epidural two weeks ago, no change to my severe new pain from a S1/L5 herniated disc. They want me to get yet another epidural next week. I have been given no pain meds, was told...