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Would you be willing to share more information. I'm planning a full spinal fusion in September and I'm looking for someone that can help me understand what to expect. I'm 56 years old and am suffering from pain and my curvature continues to progress significantly.
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Hello,
I have 2 vertebrae fused in my neck, and I’m fused from T9 through L5. I spent 1 night in ICU & 2 additional nights in a hospital room. PT came to my room to help with basic functions. Thereafter I was transferred to the hospitals rehab unit. I was there for 7 day & did 3 hours of rehab each day. Upon discharge I continued with OUT-patient PT for about 8 weeks. PT was a key component to my recovery. I feel so much better & live without spinal pain. Also, my spine is straight. I still have challenges (more fatigue & occasional balance problems). I wear more basic shoes & use lumbar pillow in some chairs. My movement is a little slowe (I don’t want to fall, which I have).
My surgeon is still available to me, and that’s a very supportive feeling.
I wish you the best!