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I had Vertiflex surgery at pain clinic a month ago for stenosis the incision was only 1 inch long but I still have nerve pain at the incision... I’m 75 yrs old and I’m wondering if a small incision is it normal to still be hurting after surgery for it’s not severe but just a dull pain and my back is really weak so my question is this normal ?
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@jfsherley What you describe sounds normal to me. It sounds similar to my symptoms following back surgery. Two things that helped me a great deal: 1) dry needling: similar to acupuncture but goes deeper and breaks up fibers impinging the nerves; and 2) physical therapy to reduce pain and build strength. Your age does not matter. The therapist you are assigned to will tailor your "exercises" to your body and abilities. Blessings.
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So sorry you are still having pain. Wish I could help but I do not know anything about the kind of surgery you had.
Hope you feel better soon!
Ronnie