Hi all, I know there are quite a few people that have had surgery in the past month so I thought I'd give an update as to where I am in case that might help some of those who just got through surgery. I had anterior surgery on March 17th, and Posterior on March 18th so I'm just about 3 weeks out. Getting through the first week was by far the worst...getting home made all the difference in the world. At this point I continue to battle my bowels thanks to the meds but I've started to taper off the meds and I've already noticed the difference. I had my post-op with the surgeon last week and he's real happy with how everything went and how I'm progressing. I was fused T10-Pelvis and my lumbar curve went from about 65 degrees to just under 20 degrees. I've gained about 2" in height and lost nearly 15 pounds...still haven't regained my appetite yet!
As for motion, I have to admit I've notice VERY little difference now vs. pre-surgery. Granted, my scoliosis and kyphosis in my lower back had really limited my motion already, but I've not had anywhere near the limited motion that I had feared. Sure I can't put on my own socks yet, but I can do nearly everything else, just need to squat to do it.
Overall I'm feeling really good....sitting in a chair was most difficult for me but I've made good progress and can sit for nearly an hour at a time now. I'm walking about 3 miles every day now thanks to the great weather in Virginia. I'm setting no ground speed records mind you, but I'm enjoying the nice stroll.
Sleeping has been a challenge for me....not sure if its the meds or what, but I was having a problem sleeping more than 15-30 minutes at a time. Dr. gave me some Ambien and that's worked wonders...can sleep several hours at a time now. When did others with surgery start sleeping on their stomach's? I'm honestly too nervous to try! Getting a bit tired of sleeping on my side or back.
Anyway, that's my scoop....those just getting through surgery keep you heads up and it will get better and better every day!
Rich
As for motion, I have to admit I've notice VERY little difference now vs. pre-surgery. Granted, my scoliosis and kyphosis in my lower back had really limited my motion already, but I've not had anywhere near the limited motion that I had feared. Sure I can't put on my own socks yet, but I can do nearly everything else, just need to squat to do it.
Overall I'm feeling really good....sitting in a chair was most difficult for me but I've made good progress and can sit for nearly an hour at a time now. I'm walking about 3 miles every day now thanks to the great weather in Virginia. I'm setting no ground speed records mind you, but I'm enjoying the nice stroll.
Sleeping has been a challenge for me....not sure if its the meds or what, but I was having a problem sleeping more than 15-30 minutes at a time. Dr. gave me some Ambien and that's worked wonders...can sleep several hours at a time now. When did others with surgery start sleeping on their stomach's? I'm honestly too nervous to try! Getting a bit tired of sleeping on my side or back.
Anyway, that's my scoop....those just getting through surgery keep you heads up and it will get better and better every day!
Rich
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