Hi! I just happened across this site and after reading just a few posts, I feel much less alone!
I am only 26 years old and have been off work for the last month due to back pain. I had a harrington rod put in December 1992 to correct 45 and 60 degree curves. I don't know how many discs are fused but they start at L3. Now, the disc below that is starting to deteriorate. I feel the pain mostly in my right hip and down my right leg, so I'm using a cane to minimize pressure there. I have also developed bursitis in both hips and am trying cortisone shots to help that.
I just returned from seeing a surgeon in Ottawa and he does not want to operate because then the lower discs will start to deteriorate as well. Fusion of those from the back AND the front doesn't sound like much fun anyhow.
My problem now is how to help myself so that I can go back to work in September. I've tried 2 different physiotherapists and acupunture to no avail. Percocet has been my only salvation this school year, but narcotics are not a long term answer.
Any suggestions for exercises or other strategies that might help? Thanks so much in advance!
I am only 26 years old and have been off work for the last month due to back pain. I had a harrington rod put in December 1992 to correct 45 and 60 degree curves. I don't know how many discs are fused but they start at L3. Now, the disc below that is starting to deteriorate. I feel the pain mostly in my right hip and down my right leg, so I'm using a cane to minimize pressure there. I have also developed bursitis in both hips and am trying cortisone shots to help that.
I just returned from seeing a surgeon in Ottawa and he does not want to operate because then the lower discs will start to deteriorate as well. Fusion of those from the back AND the front doesn't sound like much fun anyhow.
My problem now is how to help myself so that I can go back to work in September. I've tried 2 different physiotherapists and acupunture to no avail. Percocet has been my only salvation this school year, but narcotics are not a long term answer.
Any suggestions for exercises or other strategies that might help? Thanks so much in advance!
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