PAIN-Laminectomy for Synovial Cyst Removal

Posted by tralala @tralala, May 14 10:57pm

I had a hemi-laminectomy for synovial cyst removal on May 1. I cannot believe how I underestimated the post-op pain. It was an outpatient procedure. I had sciatic pain for three years. My neurosurgeon believes I’ve had this cyst for that long. Is it normal, two weeks post
op to still feel sciatic pain amongst other pinches, nerve flashes and overall pain? My neurosurgeon gave me a tapered steroid pack at day 2 which helped. From the posts I’ve read about people feeling instant relief, I’m so discouraged. Is this normal?

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closer0043 | @closer0043 | Aug 12 10:14am

I just had semi laminectomy with cyst removal on August 7th. I am also in a lot of pain, but I’m only 5 days out. Did your pain resolve? I am also slightly concerned about the same sciatic pain and nerve pain in general. The doctor performed procedure on my l4-l5 area. I have been here before with other surgeries so I’m not freaking out yet. I will reevaluate at the 2 week and 1 month mark. I hope you found some relief and answers.