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I went to PT today and could not do anything. The therapist did use heat and TENS and massage which helped for a short time but for too long
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Last edited by mabeckoff; 02-09-2012, 05:53 PM.Melissa
Fused from C2 - sacrum 7/2011
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Myofascial Release Therapy
Dr Bederman has suggested that I try Myofascial Release Therapy. Anyone have any experience with it?Melissa
Fused from C2 - sacrum 7/2011
April 21, 2020- another broken rod surgeryComment
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I haven't tried it Melissa but a friend of mine in England goes about twice a year and says it always helps. Don't really know much about it. I hope someone here has had experience with it and can give you more information.Surgery March 3, 2009 at almost 58, now 63.
Dr. Askin, Brisbane, Australia
T4-Pelvis, Posterior only
Osteotomies and Laminectomies
Was 68 degrees, now 22 and pain freeComment
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Melissa--
I have started going to one and she is great. It's such a light touch for the most part and I've found it helpful for muscles that are still aching from doing too much . I've read where it is supposed to help fibromyalgia and problems from lyme disease. I think it's definitely worth a try! JanetJanet
61 years old--57 for surgery
Diagnosed in 1965 at age of 13--no brace
Thoracic Curve: 96 degrees to 35 degrees
Lumbar Curve: 63 degrees to 5 degrees
Surgery with Dr. Lenke in St. Louis--March 30, 2009
T-2 to Pelvis, and hopefully all posterior procedure.
All was posterior along with 2 cages and 6 osteotomies.Comment
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Does anyone know if it is covered by insurance?
I am feeling better today as everyone is gone and my home is mine again. I have not heard from my daughter since she left on Tuesday. Thank you all for your understanding. I am seeing a new PCP tomorrow whom I hope is not so wimpy about prescribing drugs that I need.Melissa
Fused from C2 - sacrum 7/2011
April 21, 2020- another broken rod surgeryComment
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there are therapists, psychologists, social workers that are covered by insurance....
to have someone to talk to....someone just for you....
jessComment
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Jess, yes I know that they are covered by BCBS. I was wondering about the myofascial Release therapyOriginally posted by jrnyc View PostMelissa
Fused from C2 - sacrum 7/2011
April 21, 2020- another broken rod surgeryComment
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Melissa--
The first one I had was also an RN so she was covered by insurance--but she didn't do the submitting. The second one I go to now since the first went full-time with a hospital is excellent but NOT covered since she is not an RN. At least that's my understanding. JanetJanet
61 years old--57 for surgery
Diagnosed in 1965 at age of 13--no brace
Thoracic Curve: 96 degrees to 35 degrees
Lumbar Curve: 63 degrees to 5 degrees
Surgery with Dr. Lenke in St. Louis--March 30, 2009
T-2 to Pelvis, and hopefully all posterior procedure.
All was posterior along with 2 cages and 6 osteotomies.Comment
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What do you pay?Originally posted by Doodles View PostMelissa
Fused from C2 - sacrum 7/2011
April 21, 2020- another broken rod surgeryComment
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I am having a left shoulder cortisone shot as I am having alot of pain with it .Also limited range of motionMelissa
Fused from C2 - sacrum 7/2011
April 21, 2020- another broken rod surgeryComment
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How long does the results last?Originally posted by Doodles View PostMelissa
Fused from C2 - sacrum 7/2011
April 21, 2020- another broken rod surgeryComment
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Where do you find a therapist?Originally posted by Doodles View PostMelissa
Fused from C2 - sacrum 7/2011
April 21, 2020- another broken rod surgeryComment
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Hi Melissa, I think the above is proof that stress plays a part in pain. I remember it well from pre-op days. Being stressed was always a double-whammy.Originally posted by mabeckoff View Post
I hope things ease up for you quickly now, while you wait to see the fibro specialist. Good luck with the PCP tomorrow.Surgery March 3, 2009 at almost 58, now 63.
Dr. Askin, Brisbane, Australia
T4-Pelvis, Posterior only
Osteotomies and Laminectomies
Was 68 degrees, now 22 and pain freeComment
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I saw the new PCP today and really liked her. She did prescribe Abilify for me 10mgs . I don't know what to do . I am seeing the shoulder doctor next Thursday and he will give me an injection for the pain in my left shoulder which has started hurting me. The week after that I am seeing the pain management doctor. I am not really thrilled with taking any more meds . Should I wait and see if the pain management Doctor will give me drugs that will help me with the pain which is my big trigger to depression or should I start the Abilify now? She wants me to see a Psychiatric doctor as well if I want anything stronger. The fibro appt is not until March 20th. I really do not know what to do. Thanks for all of your helpMelissa
Fused from C2 - sacrum 7/2011
April 21, 2020- another broken rod surgeryComment
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Melissa--
My pain isn't anything compared to yours but I do feel like she eases tension on muscles around my waist and back that get really tired and sore. The first one charged 80 dollars and the current one 70. I was just going once a month but have done a couple extra since I felt whatever she was doing to align "muscles" made my rib hump appear less prominent. I would google myofascial release and see who you can find in your area. Also I am not explaining it well what they do. Read up on it and I think you'll get a better understanding. Both were recommended to me by others I knew.
I know nothing about Ambilify but if you liked this one and felt she had your best interest at heart, it sure seems worth a try. Good luck. JanetJanet
61 years old--57 for surgery
Diagnosed in 1965 at age of 13--no brace
Thoracic Curve: 96 degrees to 35 degrees
Lumbar Curve: 63 degrees to 5 degrees
Surgery with Dr. Lenke in St. Louis--March 30, 2009
T-2 to Pelvis, and hopefully all posterior procedure.
All was posterior along with 2 cages and 6 osteotomies.Comment
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