News Flash - Debbe's Surgery

[titaniumed]

Fantastic news!

[debbei]

This is Debbe's husband, Mike. I am looking at her on the bed right now. She's taking a nap with a killer headache. She had to spend an extra 24 hours flat on her back because they nicked the spinal cord during the procedure and they wanted to make sure it was repaired/healed sufficiently before she started moving about.

Today the PT folks came by twice. She sat up and stood up the first time, but then they stopped as she was a bit nausious. The second time she took a few baby steps also.

I'd like to take the opportunity to thank all of the folks on this board that helped her through what was certainly the the most anxious portion of this whole endeavor. She knew the questions to ask, what to expect and most of all that there were others that have gone through it and are all the better because of it!

As soon as she can sit up long enough to type something out I am certain she'll be online with you!

[discombobulated]

Thanks so much for the update, Mike!

Her spinal cord being nicked must have given her a fright, but it's good to hear that it's easily fixed. Please tell her congrats on the sitting & the baby steps - it will only get easier from here on in

Take care of yourself, Mike.

[JenniferG]

Thanks Mike, for keeping us up to date with Debbe's recovery.

Very sorry to hear her spinal cord was nicked. It sounds scary but it sounds like it heals quickly?

What you say about this board is so true. Definitely knowing what questions to ask, is very important. I've learned so much here.

Thinking of you Debbe! There are plenty here on this ride with you!

[txmarinemom]

Thanks for the update, Mike ... tell her hang in there!

Regards,
Pam

[titaniumed]

Mike

Remember, these are some pretty tough times for her, and it will be tough for a few weeks. All the things that I wanted right after surgery were simple things like dealing with the folds in the mattress, which can drive a person absolutly MAD. I would wake up and I would be laying on a drain, which is like sleeping on a frying pan. The hoses drive you nuts. Its impossible to try to get a decent sleep. When you wake up from whatever sleep you get, your exhausted.

Its a lot to absorb after scoli surgery mentally and physically.

You will hear her say soon "The old pain is gone" but everything else hurts.

It will only get better

Good luck
Ed

[loves to skate]

Thanks for the update Mike. We are thinking of you as well as Debbe. I know it isn't easy being the spouse while your wife is having surgery. It is alway such a relief when the surgery is over and you know she made it. I will keep you both in my prayers. Sally

[Qikdraw]

More thanks for the update Mike.

Brad

[JoAnn5]

Wonderful news that it's over and all went well!! Hope the spinal headache soon subsides and she can begin recovery full speed ahead! Thanks for keeping us informed! Both of you hang in there and don't get discouraged.

[str8nnup]

Thanks for the news Mike. Hope she gets to feeling better soon! I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers! good luck to you both and God bless.

Reg

[sasha]

Here's hoping today brings a little more progress on the road to recovery and the headache has lifted. Take care.
Thinking of you and wishing you well. xx

[Susie*Bee]

Mike-- Thanks so much for the update! It's so good to know that Debbe has a very caring family to look after her needs and provide support! It's quite draining on everyone, so you are all in my prayers. Please give Debbe my love-- and a gentle hug... Susie

[sccrm08]

Mike,

I hope Debbe is feeling better soon.