
Originally Posted by
LindaRacine
Those are the standard long cassette xrays, one view taken from either the front or the back, and one from the side. When flatback is an issue, they need to be able to see what the spine looks like under load (that is, not when lying down).
Oh. Not sure if the x-rays I had are that. I do know I was standing though! I'll ask about that too, next time.
And while I'm here, I tried to indicate that I wanted to be notified if there were any comments on this thread, and thought I checked the right boxes, but I am not getting email alerts. Am I missing the secret?
Singing the Blues
Female 1951
A/P Surgery Oct 13th & 17th '05, from T7-L5, 46 degree curve reduced to 19 degrees. Rib hump almost gone, but I have flatback. Thought it was "normal" and I would improve over time. I developed kyphosis above the surgical area. Had surgery with Dr Menmuir in Reno, Nv on October 13, 2010.
Today I am still plagued with flatback, and I'm considering ALIF surgery.