Yes, smiling is good! I'm looking forward to smiling at her x-rays too. Libby had quite a procedure. Wow, three surgeries. Thank you so much for keeping us updated. Please let her know I'm praying for her.
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1973 Age 15 diagnosed with scoliosis but told too old for surgery.
2001 age 43 told too old for surgery, did physical therapy & traction.
2001 to 2008 Intermittent use of home traction machine and TENS unit.
2009 traction no longer effective - physical therapy.
2011 More physical therapy. 2012 Collapsing scoliosis - MRI before surgery
At age 53, surgery on October 2nd, 2012 with Dr Hey
Fusion with titanium rods and bolts from T1 to pelvis.
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I'm so glad those three surgeries are over. I'm in awe of it!
All the best, Libby!Surgery March 3, 2009 at almost 58, now 63.
Dr. Askin, Brisbane, Australia
T4-Pelvis, Posterior only
Osteotomies and Laminectomies
Was 68 degrees, now 22 and pain free
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Libby you did it! I bet your back is awesome! Can't wait to see your xrays and then to see you smile. I am so happy that you have done well, and that you are smiling. Grit your teeth and get going! Your future is a head of you! Can't waitto talk with you when You are feeling well!
HUGS to you, Your Twisted Sister, SusanAdult Onset Degen Scoliosis @65, 25* T & 36* L w/ 11.2 cm coronal balance; T kyphosis 90*; Sev disc degen T & L stenosis
2013: T3- S1 Fusion w/ ALIF L4-S1/XLIF L2-4, PSF T4-S1 2 surgeries
2014: Hernia @ ALIF repaired; Emergency screw removal SCI T4,5 sec to PJK
2015: Rev Broken Bil T & L rods and no fusion: 2 revision surgeries; hardware P. Acnes infection
2016: Ant/Lat Lumbar diskectomy w/ 4 cages + BMP + harvested bone
2018: Removal L4,5 screw
2021: Removal T1 screw & rod
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Continued progress
Good morning,
Libby is currently in the TICU, as she has some minor complications resulting in low blood pressure. They are hoping these issues resolve today or tomorrow after they get her up and moving. Yesterday morning the brace did not fit so by 3:30 pm they were trying it again after some adjustments were made. She got to see her husband for over an hour which was nice for both of them. I am heading up there this afternoon and will tell her about all of the well wishes and support she has received via this thread. She will be overwhelmed by the support you have all given her. I will update again when I have more news.
Thank you again
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Thanks for the updates on Libby's surgeries. Let the healing begin!!! Glad to hear all is well.
SallyDiagnosed with severe lumbar scoliosis at age 65.
Posterior Fusion L2-S1 on 12/4/2007. age 67
Anterior Fusion L3-L4,L4-L5,L5-S1 on 12/19/2007
Additional bone removed to decompress right side of L3-L4 & L4-L5 on 4/19/2010
New England Baptist Hospital, Boston, MA
Dr. Frank F. Rands735.photobucket.com/albums/ww360/butterflyfive/
"In God We Trust" Happy moments, praise God. Difficult moments, seek God. Quiet moments, worship God. Painful moments, trust God. Every moment, thank God.
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I hope the low blood pressure normalises soon. That can make it difficult to stand and walk. Perhaps she needs a little more blood.
Either way, healing is underway, and she has much to look forward to after her three surgeries! Best wishes, Libby!Surgery March 3, 2009 at almost 58, now 63.
Dr. Askin, Brisbane, Australia
T4-Pelvis, Posterior only
Osteotomies and Laminectomies
Was 68 degrees, now 22 and pain free
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Libby
We are following your progress. Try not to worry its going to be alright. Yes, its hard to get comfortable and the hoses are a pain but soon they will pull them out. If you roll on a drain, call the nurse.
You stay strong. This is all temporary, and you will get through it. Every day gets better.
Keep your eye’s on the prize. Think about healing thoughts and walking through the trees......
Ed49 yr old male, now 63, the new 64...
Pre surgery curves T70,L70
ALIF/PSA T2-Pelvis 01/29/08, 01/31/08 7" pelvic anchors BMP
Dr Brett Menmuir St Marys Hospital Reno,Nevada
Bending and twisting pics after full fusion
http://www.scoliosis.org/forum/showt...on.&highlight=
My x-rays
http://www.scoliosis.org/forum/attac...2&d=1228779214
http://www.scoliosis.org/forum/attac...3&d=1228779258
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More progress
Libby has been moved to CCU (Critical care Unit) as her blood pressure stabilized. Her brace fits and she is looking forward to getting up today. I read her the entire thread today and she was overwhelmed and so very thankful. She even half laughed a couple of times. She is mangaging her pain well and said, "I am a fighter." There are still a couple of minor issues she has to overcome but they are very happy with her progress.
I am planning to see her tomorrow and I will update again tomorrow.
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Libby,
I know its hard to believe that your surgeries are over! Now the healing begins. Take it one moment at a time. It will get better and easier everyday. Celebrate and marvel at the small improvements. Its a big deal! Best wishes, heidiScheduled for surgery with Dr. Lenke Oct. 2012
53*T 71*L
Surgery 10/05/2012 T4-pelvis
Correction: looks perfect! Will find out how perfect at future appointments
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Thank you so much for keeping us up to date on Libby's huge surgeries. It's great to read how well she's doing! Yep, she's a fighter!Surgery March 3, 2009 at almost 58, now 63.
Dr. Askin, Brisbane, Australia
T4-Pelvis, Posterior only
Osteotomies and Laminectomies
Was 68 degrees, now 22 and pain free
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A little bit of normal life! I wonder how she felt when she stood that first time. That's when I first noticed how much taller I was.
Keep up the good work Libby, it sounds like you're doing very well.Surgery March 3, 2009 at almost 58, now 63.
Dr. Askin, Brisbane, Australia
T4-Pelvis, Posterior only
Osteotomies and Laminectomies
Was 68 degrees, now 22 and pain free
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