Happy Testing and Sticking Nancy - Spinal Cord Disorders Message Board

BWL · 04-01-2003, 10:12 AM

Nancy,

Just thinking about you as you start your two days of "events." I hope you're EMG goes well and that tomorrow's epi brings you a bunch-o-relief.

Bruce

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ACDF with plating and donor bone C6-7 (1/29/03)

Nanner · 04-01-2003, 05:51 PM

Hi Bruce! The EMG went fine. The neurologist was oddly happy to see me for the third time for the same arm. He seemed to think my arm was a bit stronger than pre-surgery, but we'll see how the results compare. While there I made an appointment for next Tuesday to get an EMG on my left leg. I've had a script for it since October, but the headaches and recurrence of arm problems took precedence. I've had a neuropathy in my left foot for years, but it has been constant and more pronounced in its numbness for a while.

I'm pleasantly surprised to find that even with no pain meds or muscle relaxants since Sunday I feel pretty good. The atrocious headache has stayed away, so I am more hopeful that means the epidurals can bring me more permanent relief. The neuro was encouraging about that today.

I also asked him about posterior vs. anterior foraminotomy, should I come to that. He very strongly said that he would want an anterior approach to anything in his neck. So...that kind of made up my mind even more that if more surgery comes, it won't be the NS who did the first surgery that does it!

I'll let everyone know how I handle the pokes tomorrow. Thanks for the thoughts!

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Nancy D-ACDF C6-7 on 6/7/02. Donor bone with no hardware

winged phantom · 04-01-2003, 06:37 PM

Nancy, good luck with the epidural. I hope you are one of the ones, like myself, who at least gets a little relief from it. I had no bad effects to speak of; I even went out to eat at the Cheesecake factory after the first one. Be sure to ask for an ice bag, as icing it will help you feel even better.
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BWL · 04-01-2003, 06:41 PM

Hi Nancy,

Sounds like you had a good day. That would be great if you've gotten stronger over the past year. It's great that you've been able to kick some meds. I hope your pain free state hangs around. Wow, two greats.

Isn't it odd how these procedures just become part of your routine? Pick up the cleaning, emg, wash the car. Tis a strange reality.

Enjoy your epi - may it hit its mark.

Bruce

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ACDF with plating and donor bone C6-7 (1/29/03)

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Catherine with a C · 04-01-2003, 07:09 PM

Hi Wing,
I am thrilled to hear that you have been doing so well without the meds. I am proud of you!
Glad to hear that your app't was also a great success. Good news about the strength aspect. But, I coulda told you that!! You have indeed been one of mine!! Hope your pokes are nothing more than a whisper!! I will attempt to have my DH check on your situation tomorrow & fill me in. ]
PS*****Thank you so for being here. I will be taking some (not all, as you will need some yourself), of your wonderful attitude with me tomorrow. Stay strong, stay blessed. Thanks again for all you do for everybody here. Until tomorrow, I remain, in pain!
Catherine