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What can help with constant pain in back, hips and legs?
Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: May 28 8:15pm | Replies (51)Comment receiving replies
Hi gwj,
You're lumbar spine sounds like mine - scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, stenosis, degenerated discs, osteoarthritis pretty much everywhere.
Because of osteoarthritis, I've had both knees, left shoulder, and right hip replaced.
My spine surgeon tells me that all that is holding my lumbar spine together is a very strong set of core muscles (I'm 71 and in the gym everyday.)
I suggest asking your Dr if he would refer you to a physical therapist for core strengthening and possibly stretching, to protect your lower back.
I also had laminotomies at S1/L5/L4 about 12 years ago. Very simple surgery where the surgeon drills holes in the back of the vertebrae. This creates more room for the lumbar spine and maintains the physical integrity of the vertebrae. Recovery is fast - a bit uncomfortable, but fast.
I hope this helps and I wish you the best.
Joe
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@heyjoe415
I have all your all your back issues- 3 yrs ago (female), 77 yrs, was walking with a cane, on drugs, getting epidurals, decided to get off everything. Could not sleep so much pain. Started lifting weights again (light), took private pilates lessons, got 4 nerves in my back done by Rozinomity which helped
So much. Do not pick up anything more than 15 pounds, back to playing tennis (still in pain but do not care), now 81, still taking pilates, playing tennis, & weights. Believe it is all about your core muscles getting stronger that helped me.
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I'm glad joe gave this advice.Because, after reading ninety nine percent of these, I was about to give up with advice for you too. I'm three years out of s one l five l four fusion, and one year out of taking the hardware out also. I only took three of the five hundred or so oxies that they gave me access to. Of course.Core strength and getting your body better than it's ever been is the only way to live this out. Start with stewart mcgill's big three. From there, make this your number one priority.
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Hi Joe,
I also have spinal stenosis. I tried PT a few years ago. The second session left me in so much pain that I couldn't walk for two days. Didn't go back. Since things are so much worse I wonder if it would help. I've never been one to exercise so I'm not really physically fit.
I haven't heard too many good things about the surgery that they want to do. A friend that had it told me not to do it. It's such a major decision.
Thanks for advice.
Gwen