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Spinal Fusion L5-S1 didn't relieve neuropathy: Any success?
Neuropathy | Last Active: Jul 25 11:36am | Replies (19)Comment receiving replies
I am looking at a possible L5 S1 surgery which was recommended at Mayo Am waiting on a consult with a local surgeon to avoid the flight. What can I expect as far as recovery? Not just the pain but..how long before I can do things for myself like, wash my hair, dress, go to a salon for color, take a trip etc? I know the no bending, lifting etc will be in place for awhile. when I google that info it sounds like I need a special "tilt" chair to sit in to avoid soft furnishings, etc. Has anyone gotten special equipment to get around and if so for how long did you need it? Or is this all overkill on the part of google or( Chatgbt)
which is why I am asking questions here. Thank you.
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@southernbelle13 For what ailment was this treatment recommended? I had this surgery nine years go. It was supposed to correct the spondylolisthesis that was putting pressure on my spinal cord. Did not help. I imagine that some people get good results, although I haven't many here on Mayo Clinic Connect. If I could go back in time, I would not get the surgery.
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I had L3-S1 surgery and bought an electric recliner with buttons rather than the pull handle, I also bought a shower chair, toilet handles, raised toilet seat, used a walker, used the items they give you to put on shoes/socks. I walked back and forth in my house a lot when I was able using the walker Until I could walk outside. I think with these items you should be able to do things yourself. I think it took 4 weeks or so. I can't remember exactly. You will get better faster if you start walking even in the house, like pacing back and forth 20 times. My recliner was hard material not soft. I had a bed that goes up and down with a remote, but I also had surgery in the front on my stomach and back so it was hard to get out of bed. The remote allowed me to sit myself up most of the way. If you don't have this, you may have to sleep in the recliner awhile.