franjo (Teri) - Spinal Cord Disorders Message Board

Icaaa · 09-04-2003, 08:22 PM

How are you? I looked for some word on how you were doing but couldn't seem to find any. Of course that doesn't mean it isn't there

Carla

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Ruptured retrieved 14 pieces ACDF with plating and donor bone C6-7. (7/18/03)

pinklady630 · 09-04-2003, 08:34 PM

Hey Carla ~~~~~~ How are you doing?

Icaaa · 09-07-2003, 11:35 AM

I really think I am over the "hump." I am feeling really good and other than trying to be careful lifting I am doing everything like usual. If I feel my shoulder pull I quit. Small aches and pains but then again that maybe that darn 50 yr old thing

Thanks for asking,
Carla

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Ruptured retrieved 14 pieces ACDF with plating and donor bone C6-7. (7/18/03)

franjos_other_sis · 09-07-2003, 09:04 PM

Hi Carla,

Teri has had computer gremlins which prevent her from being able to visit healthboards. I've been checking in here from time to time, so maybe I can give you some information.

She's now been home for 2 1/2 weeks and is SOOOOOOO glad to be there! She suffered a spinal stroke which has impared the use of her right leg. She doesn't have any feeling there and only occassionally does she get 'twitches' She basically gets around by the use of a wheelchair. She uses her leg brace and a walker and is able to walk, but she gets fatigued easily. She's been getting 'in home PT' 3 times a week and OT twice a week. She is trying to stay positive about receiving "return" in her right leg.

She's getting stronger every day and I'm sure her strong spirit will serve her well. I'll tell her that you asked about her.

Back to the Future · 09-08-2003, 04:48 AM

Hi Carla - Teri can't post right now but I said i'd post the following for her:-

"Carla ~ I've not been able to post here .. I keep getting an error message in Explorer.. hopefully i'll get DH to haul my computer to the shop this week.

Thanks for thinking of me! I'm doing alright. The tethered cord release surgery left me with some deficit in my good, left leg and I've lost motor function of my right leg from the knee down ... there's no feeling or movement there. I've learnt that i'm considered to be an "incomplete paraplegic" . The NS believes I suffered a spinal cord stroke in the 24 hrs after the surgery.

I'm receiving PT 3X weekly, and OT 2X weekly in my own home. I'm currently using a wheelchair, but can walk the length of my house 6 times with the aid of a full leg-brace and a walker, which I try to make it a point to do at least once a day. My endurance isn't what I'd like, but patience is key. Ahh PATIENCE!

I remain very optimistic about getting a return of function to my legs. It's a VERY slow process, and should be measured in months or even years, not weeks or days. I do have to keep reminding myself of this.

It's just so great to finally be back home! Five weeks from my little boy was about all I could bear! I was soooooo homesick. DH has been great ... installing handrails on the front steps ... grab bars in the shower ... lowering shelves in the laundry room ... even cooking suppers!! Shame on me I'm wondering how long I can milk this for

I hope this finds everyone here doing good. I've missed everyone ... hopefully I'll be getting the glitch out of my computer soon.

God bless and Keep
~Teri"

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Ann xx

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ACDF with own hip bone at levels C3-4 and C5-6 on 21 June 2003