tintx

Hi,
Thought I'd share my good news. Had my first post op visit & xray, everything shows to be healing oK. I'm relieved, since I was worried most about the graft taking--I just haven't had the motivation to quit smoking, even though I know nicotine discourages bone healing. I know it's insane, but I'm just too nervous to quit right now. Not enough distractions!
Symptoms have been Ok, pain is much better, primarily in my hip, and continue taking robaxin for the muscle spasms. The spasms aren't too painful, but are persistent. I've been sleeping better and more, back in my bed finally. And, I don't have to wear the soft collar much anymore. This is a big relief, it was hot. Also, cascara sagrada capsules worked much better and more gently than milk of magnesia, fyi for anyone who's had that problem after surgery.
I'm going to start a new thread on some issues I need to vent about.
Hope everyone's doing well. Later,
Tintx