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[*] posted on 6-10-2008 at 05:12 AM


What a great thread for all of us. Lots of info for all Nomads, young and "older"

Have dealt with back pain and injuries most my adult life..Many bumps and falls in the FDNY over twenty years...Well, apparently, the chickens have come home to roost.

This time is beyond the normal back pain. Without the pain meds right now, simply unbearable (especially for a man= cry baby). Will see the surgeon on Thursday and have the procedure done ASAP

MRI diagnosed "Large Herniated Disc" L4-L5 only one way to fix that. After surgery I will be using all the other info, suggestion aquired on this thread.

Thanks Nomads...we might bicker a little but we sure do come to each others assistance when the chips are down..Kudos for us.

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[*] posted on 6-10-2008 at 05:14 AM


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When do you think we'll get to share a room at the "Institution?"




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[*] posted on 6-10-2008 at 05:49 AM


George - others have said it but my neurosurgeon said it best- a ruptured or severly herniated disk is a mechanical problem, and I sufferd your kind of pain for months looking for other solutions, exercise, therapy, stretching, chiropractic, and some days all I could see was the tops of other peoples shoes- partial discetomy- and I was fine in a few days and now stretch every morning, do some leg lifts, pelvic tilts, and I'm ready to go.

I literally feel your pain as I've been in the same position- the sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body and when it is P-nched it is excruciating and can cause spasms, legs twiches and it's torture. I watch people walking and can tell who has a bad back versus a bad knee or feet problem- It's not the same gate for a back injury.

So the happy ending- 10 years ago surgery- and I'm fine. Really no limitations except age keeps me from bungi jumping, or break dancing. Ask the surgeon how many he's done and his success rate- he's obligated to tell you and best wishes on what I'm sure will be an improved condition.

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[*] posted on 6-10-2008 at 09:10 AM


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So the happy ending- 10 years ago surgery- and I'm fine. Really no limitations except age keeps me from bungi jumping, or break dancing. Norm


What, no break dancing? I should have told my knee surgeon that if I could not break dance after surgery, no surgery--but then again, I never could break dance. :lol::lol:

I guess I am a little sour on surgery right now because my very simple common knee surgery, from a "very good doctor" has caused me lots of problems.

Which ever way you go George, GOOD LUCK and when you are better, Baja awaits. Hate to hear any one being in that kind of pain.

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[*] posted on 6-12-2008 at 09:01 AM


MRI to new surgeon MY FDNY INsurance closest Nuersurgeons accepting such is 120 miles away in St Petersburg. But a great facility there, Bayfront Medical Center..Tampa Bay

Will have more info in a couple days...hoping to get operated on quickly.

Thanks all, for your concern

Home to Baja in no time!!




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[*] posted on 6-12-2008 at 09:15 AM


Capt. George,

I'm glad the process is going through, you'll be pain free in no time. When Dern had his surgery, we were living in Punta Banda. We drove from there to the neurosurgeon in Pasadena, back and forth for follow up check ups, etc. The drive wasn't that bad for him, nothing compared to the sciatica he was dealing with prior to surgery.

We're hoping the best for you.

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[*] posted on 6-12-2008 at 09:55 AM


For those with back pain. - FYI - A neighbor just gave me a box of "Backaid" and it really worked for me. At least now I can move around a bit and the muscles have relaxed enough to hopefully speed up the healing process.---- Capt. George, good luck! And a speedy recovery.
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[*] posted on 6-12-2008 at 10:40 AM


Not knowing the shape your in its hard to make a suggestion,first and formost if your over weight lose it!!!! makes a world of difference.

Walk if possible alot!! get in shape,older people tend to be way out of shape,I just turned 74 and just got back from a quick five miler.

I had back problems for years but getting in shape and staying that way took care of that problem:biggrin:
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[*] posted on 6-12-2008 at 10:53 AM


baitcast

was it a large herniated disc? I have had FDNY induced back trouble over twenty years..

This time is way beyond back problems...I will take your advice, which I appreciate, after the operation..


Russ, been taking prescription muscle relaxers, little comfort there.

Paulina, appreciate the support and comforting words of encouragement.

Might be a set back to coming home to Baja...can't drive back and forth to St Petersburg Florida! San Diego, Deborah and I could do that in reverse.

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[*] posted on 6-12-2008 at 03:59 PM


Good health Capt. I know what you're talking about. Have had problems for about 30 yrs but the last 10 or so have been just minor incidents ... 'till now.
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[*] posted on 6-12-2008 at 06:13 PM


I was in severe pain to the point that I could hardly get up out of a chair without assistance and diagnosed with a herniated disc. The doc told me I would need surgery. I had several friends/family go through the procedure with many of them telling me they wished they hadn't done it. Not saying a definite "no", I decided to look at some alternatives to see if at the very least it could be put off.

I dieted - losing 30 pounds, started walking and exercise and began hanging upside down in one of those inversion chairs that everybody loves to tell you won't help. That was in 1995 and I still have zero back pain.

May not work for everybody but may help some...


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[*] posted on 6-13-2008 at 03:59 AM


Forgot I had one of those inversion set up loved that thing,flip up and listen to all the poppin goin on,felt great.
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[*] posted on 6-13-2008 at 04:40 AM


Baja Gringo

Is that a photo of you hanging upside down or a photo of herniated disc pain.. Did you have an MRI to confirm a "herniated disc"?

I have been told by a few doctors, not the surgeond, my MRI shows need of more then therapy. I hope there right...But after over va month of this, get out the ax!

Hey you two inversion chair guys, ever get an urge to hang out (no pun intended) with bats every once in a while?:lol:

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[*] posted on 6-14-2008 at 08:13 AM


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A word of warning regarding pain meds. I was put on Oxycontin 10mg time released tablets three times per day for three years. My hip replacement was a miracle, after 15 years of pain, it was GONE! Instantly. I took a month to titrate off the drug, mine was a very low doseage, and I slept only two nights in the two weeks following total withdrawal. It is a wonderful drug for pain, it really works, but if you have to take it, take it sparingly and get off it as soon as you can. I have been reading horror stories about people hooked on that drug. If you need it, take it, just get off pronto.

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[*] posted on 6-14-2008 at 08:26 AM


The photo was taken the moment the doc said....

"No more pain medication for you!!!"




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[*] posted on 6-14-2008 at 11:48 AM


I also have degenerative disk problems and my orthopedic surgeon told me he has the same problem as me. He told me that even surgery would not help. I have been to pt and that really didn't do anything as well.

My pain gets so bad that I cant even get out of bed but when I muster up the confidence to deal with the pain I will walk around for about an hour and it usually gets better.

I have now been dealing with sever pain this past week and I think it may be because I just returned from a very long plane trip and even though I was in first class with the seats much bigger I still cant seem to get any relief.

My doctor gave me Vicodin and believe me it works well but it really scares me because I know the problem is still there and I am just masking it with drugs and I don't want to get hooked on this drug. Damed if I do and pain if I don't!




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[*] posted on 6-14-2008 at 12:08 PM


I will take the pills you don't want liz.

For some strange reason my doctor won't give me any more. I probably made a mistake by going into his office the last time, pounding on the reception area glass partition and demanding more dru... I mean, pills.

It might have helped too if I had bathed, shaved, combed my hair and put on some clean clothes first. I wasn't as clean-cut and professional looking like I am in my avatar photo.

I am hoping he is a member here, reads this post, sees my photo and realizes that I need some of that "special" help he can give me.

DAMMIT I WANT SOME DRUGS!!!!!

OK, I feel better after getting that off my chest.

We now return you to regular programming...




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[*] posted on 6-14-2008 at 01:41 PM


B Gringo-You can have every one I have left except the ones I will take on the golf course to easily beat you!

I am leaving for Mexico City this week but will return after the first of the month if you want to smack the small ball around at Baja Mar.




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[*] posted on 6-14-2008 at 01:56 PM


Bring your drugs and you have a deal!!!



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[*] posted on 6-14-2008 at 02:06 PM


BajaGringo

Thanks for a good belly laugh! I had a similar look after being told "no more bagels for you" by the bagel N-zi.

flyfish: I'm being very careful with the dru, uh meds, I could look like BajaGringo if I don't watch out...

I think the pain meds I have are a toned down version..

oxycodone/APAP 5Mg-325mg I believe the 5mg is oxycodonr and the 325 mg is a form of Tylenol...

lips: don't know if this is a degenerative problem or simply a herniated disc, will know more come Wednesday..Suprised if it ain't "degenerative", cause I sure am.

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