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Recent L5-S1 fusion

Spine Health | Last Active: Oct 11, 2023 | Replies (52)

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@upstatephil

Wow. It's way too early post-surgery to reach the conclusion you "cannot see a full recovery in your future"! Having a positive outlook and mentally picturing positive outcomes is an important aspect of your recovery journey. Banish negative thoughts and think "I will recover". I was told: (1) three months to start feeling better, (2) six months to feel more like myself, and (3) 12 months for full recovery. You're still pretty early on that general time-line. You can do this!

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Thank you for your message and intellectually I know you're right. I'm just coming from an emotional place. I'm anxious for my follow-up appointment with my surgeon. When he tells me everything looks good I will definitely feel much more positive about all of it. Part of my problem is dealing with the pain coming from my hip and knowing that I'm facing 6 more months of chronic pain.
Yes, I'm working on having a more positive attitude - a good thing for healing.
Best.