So...my son is going to go ahead with a revision surgery from approx. L1 to S1. He had one failed back surgery 6 years ago and is in awful chronic pain. His curve is worse now after having to have the hardware removed 18 mths. after first surgery, and he now has a fracture @ L4-L5. He is so not looking forward to this. Scheduled for June 14th in Miami with Dr. Nathan Lebwohl. God how I pray this will help and not be another nightmare for him. What do you all think? Any suggestions? Anyone had experience with Dr. Lebwohl? It has taken him a while to give in to this surgery, and he is very scared. God bless you all.
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Hi there,
Just wanted to offer my support. I had surgery a year ago that has just increased my pain, and I'm scheduled for another fusion on April 23 (T5-sacrum)...I am scared too! It's not a fun position to be in. I'll be thinking of him. How old is he? I know that I am so thankful to have my family's support. He is lucky to have you!
Lindsay
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I'm 26...so I totally get it. It sure doesn't make it easy to be carefree and have fun!
Thanks for the well wishes. I live in Pittsburgh but will be treated by Dr. Angevine and Dr. Vitale at Columbia in NY.
If he ever needs to vent, I'm always here to listen!
Lindsay
Originally posted by dianadee58 View PostHi Lindsey. My son is 24. It's a scary prospect, but his pain is so bad and his back is looking more and more deformed every day. I hope and pray your surgery will be a success. Who is your surgeon?
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Two things. Dr. Lebwohl has a very good reputation, so I think your son is in good hands. Secondly, if all they're doing is fixing the fracture and reinstrumenting, I'm betting that the recovery is going to be much easier this time. Hope I'm right!
Regards,
LindaNever argue with an idiot. They always drag you down to their level, and then they beat you with experience. --Twain
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Surgery 2/10/93 A/P fusion T4-L3
Surgery 1/20/11 A/P fusion L2-sacrum w/pelvic fixation
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I just wanted to say good luck to both of you! Having children in their 20's, I can feel for both the patients and the parents!
I was glad to read Linda's post about Dr. Lebwohl, and I echo her hopes that the recovery from these surgeries is easier than the initial surgery for both of you.
As for Dr. Vitale, I help run another website for parents of children with scoliosis, and speak to a lot of these parents, as well as to doctors. Dr. Vitale is regarded by his peers as one of the best in the field. In addition, his patients and their families all absolutely rave about him. You could not be in better hands.mariaf305@yahoo.com
Mom to David, age 17, braced June 2000 to March 2004
Vertebral Body Stapling 3/10/04 for 40 degree curve (currently mid 20's)
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Glad I could help, Lindsay.
I look forward to hearing about your speedy and uneventful recoverymariaf305@yahoo.com
Mom to David, age 17, braced June 2000 to March 2004
Vertebral Body Stapling 3/10/04 for 40 degree curve (currently mid 20's)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ScoliosisTethering/
http://pediatricspinefoundation.org/
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Thank you all so very much for the encouragement!!!
Originally posted by LindaRacine View PostHi...
Two things. Dr. Lebwohl has a very good reputation, so I think your son is in good hands. Secondly, if all they're doing is fixing the fracture and reinstrumenting, I'm betting that the recovery is going to be much easier this time. Hope I'm right!
Regards,
Linda
God bless you dear one,
Diana
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Thank you dear one.
Originally posted by mariaf View PostI just wanted to say good luck to both of you! Having children in their 20's, I can feel for both the patients and the parents!
I was glad to read Linda's post about Dr. Lebwohl, and I echo her hopes that the recovery from these surgeries is easier than the initial surgery for both of you.
As for Dr. Vitale, I help run another website for parents of children with scoliosis, and speak to a lot of these parents, as well as to doctors. Dr. Vitale is regarded by his peers as one of the best in the field. In addition, his patients and their families all absolutely rave about him. You could not be in better hands.
Blessings to you!
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Thank you Lindsay!
Originally posted by les130 View PostI'm 26...so I totally get it. It sure doesn't make it easy to be carefree and have fun!
Thanks for the well wishes. I live in Pittsburgh but will be treated by Dr. Angevine and Dr. Vitale at Columbia in NY.
If he ever needs to vent, I'm always here to listen!
Lindsay
God bless you sweet one.
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