I had another appointment with my dr last week and it looks as though I will be having surgery in mid-February. My curvature is continuing to progress, and despite trying everything the pain hasn't gotten any better. The dr will be fusing from T8/T9-L1. I'm obviously very scared, but also very anxious. I having been fighting this battle for a long time and am anxious to stop the progression and hopefully get some pain relief.
Realistically, how long will I have to be off work? My husband will be taking 4 weeks to help care for our 4 children. I also, work part-time outside the home about 20 hrs/week. I work at a bank and stand at least 70% of the time, but they will just have to work with me on that. How long should I expect to have some with me 24 hrs day?
Have others had physical therapy following surgery? My dr didn't mention any type of therapy besides walking, and he said some lift weights. But if I can't even lift anything how is someone suppose to be able to lift weights?
What type of flexibility in my back will I have? Will I look like I am sitting up completely straight as I did when wore my brace?
Any input you have would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much!
Realistically, how long will I have to be off work? My husband will be taking 4 weeks to help care for our 4 children. I also, work part-time outside the home about 20 hrs/week. I work at a bank and stand at least 70% of the time, but they will just have to work with me on that. How long should I expect to have some with me 24 hrs day?
Have others had physical therapy following surgery? My dr didn't mention any type of therapy besides walking, and he said some lift weights. But if I can't even lift anything how is someone suppose to be able to lift weights?
What type of flexibility in my back will I have? Will I look like I am sitting up completely straight as I did when wore my brace?
Any input you have would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much!
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