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DiscussionSpinal fusion again: Recovery and expected return to activities?
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@ridehard, @JustinMcClanahan, Recovery from a lumbar fusion….is the topic and I have good news to share. The surgery went well and it was Christmas. My husband was very strong and the surgeon showed him how to turn me every hour so that I could go home early for the Holidays. The surgeon said maybe 8 or 9 months to resume golf and then only pitching around the greens and putting. No just letting it rip. With at-home exercises and a good bit of walking, I started golf at about 3 months, played 18 holes at 5 or 6 months. I have never had any pain or discomfort in my back. I still do the stretches every morning and I think I owe it all to that regimen and walking. Oh…..I dare not forget to give credit to my surgeon. I think he did a good job. He did tell me that with my spine issues I could expect to have another surgery in about 10 years. Well, he was wrong. Have a peaceful sleep tonight. Chris