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January 2026 spine surgeries - Let's hear the positive outcomes!
Hey everyone, I know we have several people scheduled for spine surgeries in January.
Looking to hear how each of you are doing and what your current situation is. So many people are in this group and it’s so easy to get lost unless we keep up with what is going on with you.
I am one year post op T11-L4 fusion at the Phoenix Mayo Clinic for a 40 degrees scoliosis curve.
I recently read a statement someone made on a Facebook spine surgery page from a person answering a question. The question was, why don’t we hear positive results from surgery. The other person answered and said because those who have positive results have moved on and are living their lives. I really believe this is true. My surgery was amazingly positive, but I still feel the need to hang in here and cheer others on. I hope those of you who have positive results will do the same in the future.
We are all here for you.❤️🙏
Sherry
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@martie67
Martie , I am also in California--had my Scoliosis surgery at the Los Angeles Children's Hospital.
I mentioned in my prior comment to you that I had my surgery in 1977; I was 19 years old. Now I am 67. Our situation is similar except I recently had corrective surgery for the area below my prior fusion.
As you move forward, don't hesitate to contact me.
Nadine
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Bob, I am so glad the surgery is behind you and that you will be going to rehab. Stay in rehab as long as you can. The stronger you are before you go home, the easier it will be. I was in rehab for 10 nights. I was also weaned off all pain meds during that time. ( I had an Rx for Oxy afterward, but only took a few of the pills after I was released.)
You're pain will go away!
Best of luck to you in your recovery and healing. 🙏😊 Nadine
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1 Reaction@pacmanpost you literally just made my day! In talking with the surgeon on whether or not this would be possible he couldn't provide much hope. So you have just given me that. Have you tried paddle boarding with a fusion?
So happy for you!
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1 Reaction@karenoharmon Karen- never tried a paddle board. Kayaking is my thing I guess.
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1 Reaction@pacmanpost try it if you can. so fun!
@pacmanpost Kayaking is great. I have one and it hasn’t been wet in awhile. My husband had melanoma so that changes his willingness to be outside in the sun and we have lots of sun protection clothing and hats. I burn easily so I need to be cautious too. I know kayaking helped me with back and shoulder strength.