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It shows just how complex the body is---and in different people. So many variables. So frustrating for those who want answers... and relief. And I...

What does envy have to do with anything?

Thank you. My problems might be a neuromuscular disease. If it is I can't help but think surgery triggered it somehow. So far the tests the...

One thing at a time maybe? Don't think about everything. Find the doctor first. You'll probably feel better once that's settled.

How long after the original surgery is it?

Hi Susan... I haven't heard this, but it could absolutely be true. (I retired in 2017, so don't get to hear the scoop from surgeons every day.) ...

I think your doing great Sharon.....it's amazing how well your L5-S1 is doing. We should have done a time lapse video of us playing musical...

Erin, Your a diver.....Here is a video....watch it over and over..... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTQogWktjFM&ab_channel=ExpeditionDrenched ...

Hi.... You might want to talk to a psychologist. They can help with the anxiety. I think it's best to get a handle on it before you undergo...

I am so sorry you too are having issues--especially when no one seems to know what to do. I sure hope you get some answers--and help soon. My Doc...

Thanks for this Linda. That was my guess---not many know how to get it just right. Oh to have it to do over again. Only had the surgery because I...

Tina... Obviously, none of us know what is going on with your spine. Your surgeon could just be a jerk, or it's possible that they're completely...

There's a lot written about blame in this thread. When a delicate surgery like spinal fusion doesn't accomplish all that is expected, like the...

All of this is so complex. Also it is call practicing medicine. The doctors refer to where they work as their practice. Now I changed surgeons from...

Thanks for posting the link Linda. I have seen some of this material in my old (2005-2010) scoliosis surgical books and have wondered about all the...

Linda, That's correct....Blame and envy cause massive amounts of anxiety....and as far as bear traps (thoracic gripping) are concerned, not everyone...

I think this is exactly what it is. He doesn't want to talk about it because he'd have to admit something he did is lacking. You're lucky he's even...

Iatrogenic flatback is caused by a lack of perfect sagittal balance created during spinal fusion procedures. It's a very complex calculation, and...

But if your back literally flattens and loses its curve it has to change shape. How can this happen if the spine and the rods don't bend?

No the rods do not have to break or bend. The rods are strong but the need for perfect balance is even stronger so the rods and screws are pulled...

Wow. How is that possible? The metal rods would have to bend, wouldn't they?

None of that is absolute.

I actually brought the flatback issue up with Dr Menmuir when I found that the upper surgery didn't improve my "pushed forward" feel. He said no, his...

Haha! Yes, I remember you commenting on the nice digs. Too bad we can't appreciate them as much as we might in that situation, but it was MUCH better...

I remember coming down to the hospital since your room in the new wing at Renown was puurtty nice.... I thought I was checked in at the Westin in the...

Yes...

Just left a full response that magically disappeared....C'est la Vie! Yes Ed, I remember the restaurant, and also your visit to Renown after my...