I had two stage scoliosis surgeries Nov. 10th & Nov. 15, 2010 for adult onset scoliosis only 2 years ago began.
Now 7 months post op I have developed lordosis or FLATBACK SYNDROME! I am bent forward what feels about 45 degrees and now about two weeks ago noticed that I am pitching to the right! My surgeon two days ago said I will need to have a wedge removed from my lumbar area, with part of the two Harrington rods cut, screws removed, and new rods attached to remaining rods.
I am fused now T9 to S1 from my scoliosis surgeries in 2010. I have previously had 50+ surgeries. I had a horrfic car accident 1983 and previously had a horseback riding accident in 1968. I am only 59 years old and though I am in pain and have been since 1983.
I am very nervous about going through what sounds like terrible surgery again by the same surgeon, who came highly recommended by several physicians and patients. His partner will operate with him this time and he will cut about a 9" incision posteriorly through my back, much blood loss anticipated with probable transfusions and probably have to go to inpatient rehab again prior to going home. I was in the ICU and 5 days at rehab for total of 21 days. I dread this, but I want to be better. Any good outcomes similar to my situation or any advice!!!
I live in the Tampa Bay area and my doctors are from the Florida Orthopaedic Institute!!
Would welcome any input or encouragements. Thank you SO much!
SouthernLady930
Now 7 months post op I have developed lordosis or FLATBACK SYNDROME! I am bent forward what feels about 45 degrees and now about two weeks ago noticed that I am pitching to the right! My surgeon two days ago said I will need to have a wedge removed from my lumbar area, with part of the two Harrington rods cut, screws removed, and new rods attached to remaining rods.
I am fused now T9 to S1 from my scoliosis surgeries in 2010. I have previously had 50+ surgeries. I had a horrfic car accident 1983 and previously had a horseback riding accident in 1968. I am only 59 years old and though I am in pain and have been since 1983.
I am very nervous about going through what sounds like terrible surgery again by the same surgeon, who came highly recommended by several physicians and patients. His partner will operate with him this time and he will cut about a 9" incision posteriorly through my back, much blood loss anticipated with probable transfusions and probably have to go to inpatient rehab again prior to going home. I was in the ICU and 5 days at rehab for total of 21 days. I dread this, but I want to be better. Any good outcomes similar to my situation or any advice!!!
I live in the Tampa Bay area and my doctors are from the Florida Orthopaedic Institute!!
Would welcome any input or encouragements. Thank you SO much!
SouthernLady930
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