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Do everything you can to get better before surgery. I went through shots, acupuncture and other various forms of rehab. I had surgery back in 08 and I am scheduled to go back for another in July. What works for one person may not work for you. I just recommend trying it all.
I ruptured my L4 and my L5 is bulged; I learned ways to lay down that took pressure off my back while I healed. Fortunately or unfortunately I didn't "need" surgery at least according to Kaiser; I still think they were full of shit especially after I saw the MRI. I have problems with it when I overdue a lot of physical work. The inversion table really helps along with low impact cardio and stretching. As far as a course of action, just get a few opinions if you can. It will require ongoing PT and attention to what you do and don't do because it is really easy to re-injure them.
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Just wanted to stop in and say thanks for al the info last night. Met with the orthopedic surgeon this morning and have a micro discectomy scheduled for next Thursday. New scripts are being filled so relief is on the way. He was pretty surprised that I walked to his office vs wheelchair, the herniation is actually 18mm with a 7mm fragment. I'll be so happy once this is over.
Good luck Sir! I hope you get some relief. My wife had a micro discectomy @ L5-S1 on 01-02-2015 she had a 9mm fragment. She got INSTANT relief!!! And is now doing great!!
Agreed. With that large of a fragment relief will be instant. I know it was for me.
I've got to say I don't know what's worse ....the stress from possibly losing my job we moved to Texas for, insurance companies, hospitals, upcoming surgery, having 2 kids under 2 yrs old or the pain from this. (Herniation was measure by the surgeon at 18mm with a 9mm fragment). Holy Hell life sucks right now !
I don't ever ask for help but but if you have a spare 2 minutes in your day id appreciate the prayers right now. Life is kicking my ass right now ...
Hang in there - two more days is all.
Prayers on the way.
Ouch! Hang in there Chef!
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You hang in there, bro. Know a lot of us here are thinking and praying for you. Stay strong, it will work out.Originally Posted by Hotchef181818
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