@sherrym25 Thank you so much for this reminder and encouragement to share the positive results - or just update on what recovery is like. It was hard to find any information and this forum was the hope and help I needed.
I am Day 62 po from T-10 thru S1 due to scoliosis, 48 degree curve. It was my first surgery at the age of 59. My surgery was done in Jacksonville's Mayo with Dr. Adobe. I was in the hospital for 9 days and able to go home, though in patient rehab was suggested, but not necessary. I had wonderful support from my husband - which was absolutely needed. Overall, I have had an "amazingly positive" recovery, but have had to learn what that means in context. I am not sure I understood that I was having a major surgery. I spent a lot of time preparing for back surgery - I did squats and lunges; worked on my core; walked every day; lots of isometrics. About 4 weeks prior to surgery I was mindful about adding more protein and electrolytes. This is an area I wish I had spent a little more time and effort on. My recovery from surgery has been more challenging than the actual back surgery - if that makes sense. I have battled anemia and low blood pressure since the surgery. I think I am rounding the corner but it has been a lot of work to regain ground. I was discharged with low numbers with the hope that being home I would have a better appetite and food choices. In hindsight, I could have prepared better by being more intentional with my diet that would have helped me manage the impact of anesthesia. I should have been a little more proactive while in the hospital about why these numbers were so low, as this limited the physical therapy and occupational therapy that I received while in the hospital.
I am excited to see how healing continues. The pain that led to my surgery is nonexistent. I can sleep through the night without waking up in pain - and that's without any medication! I am still in recovery from this surgery, and this forum has helped me so much in knowing what's the next milestone I can anticipate, or is ? this normal?
@rwdixon4 praying for you as you make this journey apart of your story. Press in on those questions you have and make sure that you feel heard and supported. Wishing you the very best! Happy New Year and happy healing everyone!