Hi All!
I've been lurking on this forum for a few months, now. The information is extremely helpful!
I finally decided I'd schedule my surgery for this October. I'm 59 years old with a 65 degree curve ( I'll ask for particulars at my appt. this week). I've had 2 opinions & the doctors have been recommending rods since 2005, due to continuous progression. This forum helped me go into the idea of surgery with my eyes open a little wider & I've felt a little more at peace about my decision - up until 2 weeks ago.
My husband & were in a motorcycle accident in mid July. we were in the desert, north of Reno, Nevada and we both flew off the bike. He has 1 broken rib with torn muscles. I have 6 broken ribs & a fractured shoulder blade. We're blessed to be alive!
After dealing with these injuries, I'm not sure if I'm mentally or physically prepared for major back surgery in October. What do you think? I'm thinking, my body might need more time to heal from this trauma before dealing with another one. I'll see what the surgeon has to say on Wednesday. I know he didn't want me to delay as long as I already have!
Is anyone from the columbus, Ohio area? Is anyone familiar with Dr. Derek Snook?
Thanks! Peg
I've been lurking on this forum for a few months, now. The information is extremely helpful!
I finally decided I'd schedule my surgery for this October. I'm 59 years old with a 65 degree curve ( I'll ask for particulars at my appt. this week). I've had 2 opinions & the doctors have been recommending rods since 2005, due to continuous progression. This forum helped me go into the idea of surgery with my eyes open a little wider & I've felt a little more at peace about my decision - up until 2 weeks ago.
My husband & were in a motorcycle accident in mid July. we were in the desert, north of Reno, Nevada and we both flew off the bike. He has 1 broken rib with torn muscles. I have 6 broken ribs & a fractured shoulder blade. We're blessed to be alive!
After dealing with these injuries, I'm not sure if I'm mentally or physically prepared for major back surgery in October. What do you think? I'm thinking, my body might need more time to heal from this trauma before dealing with another one. I'll see what the surgeon has to say on Wednesday. I know he didn't want me to delay as long as I already have!
Is anyone from the columbus, Ohio area? Is anyone familiar with Dr. Derek Snook?
Thanks! Peg
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