Replies to @nlback22 Nadine, Same here. Have not met someone else with the same harrington rod and scoliosis....

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@peggy87

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Nadine,
Same here. Have not met someone else with the same harrington rod and scoliosis. I had a similar situation...fell the following June after my surgery (9 months). Had x-rays done and sent in as I was out of town. Nothing harmed from fall thank goodness.
The balance thing...yes, I am not sure if it's the SI joints or the extensive fusion of the spine affecting my balance. Know I need to keep working on it to keep it as good as possible!
Hope all turned out well for you!
Peggy

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Replies to "@nlback22 Nadine, Same here. Have not met someone else with the same harrington rod and scoliosis...."

nlback22 | @nlback22 | Apr 11 8:38pm

@peggy87
Hi Peggy,

You might be right about the extensive fusion being connected to the falls. Like my husband said, I fell like a tree!

I am still waiting for my imaging to arrive at Mayo. I'll let everyone know how things go. Ironically my fall was at 9 months, too!

One way or another we will get this balance thing under control. Since my fall, I am walking more mindfully and focusing on the ground as I take my steps.

Best Wishes!
Nadine

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nlback22 | @nlback22 | 6 days ago

@peggy87

Hello Peggy,
Fortunately, my scans revealed nothing was damaged by my fall. All is going well --Dr. Fogelson said my back is fusing and my hardware is in place🙏

I have been going to a PT Balance expert to, , hopefully, decrease my likelihood of not falling again.

I hope all is going well for you.
How are you doing?

Best Wishes!
Nadine

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