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76 yr old female who opted not to have any spine surgery despite severe disk problems,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1015248/

Discussion: Degenerative discs lower spine, thoracic spine, neck: Fix the pain?

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Feb 13, 2024

I don't have scoliosis but do have degenerative arthritis in my lower back. Your pain sounds...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1110513/

Discussion: Severe lumbar nerve pain

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Jul 23, 2024

I have scoliosis caused by degenerative disc disease and failed back surgeries cause they weren’t done...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/976184/

Discussion: Adults living with scoliosis, thoracic stenosis

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Dec 6, 2023

cairemcl, I have scoliosis too. Am currently 54 years old. Had surgery about 40 years ago...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1049061/

Discussion: Surgery for progressive scoliosis and severe spinal stenosis recovery?

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Apr 11, 2024

I can understand your concern but the below post in certainly encouraging. I I to have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/812365/

Discussion: Scoliosis - Introduce yourself and meet others

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Feb 16, 2023

I am 6 months out post surgery.. fusion T12-S2. Your scoliosis and disk problems sound much...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1364615/

Discussion: T10 to Pelvis Fusion. Experience, Comments Appreciated

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Aug 5, 2025

@cookie07 What accident did you have in 2024 and why did you not go to the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1286530/

Discussion: Searching for a doctor that deals with degenerative scoliosis

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Apr 21, 2025

Thanks, @charliesophiedaisyro. It is possible that Mayo Clinic in Florida does not perform the spine surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1158594/

Discussion: Are my spine issues causing my symptoms? Told all in my head.

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Oct 17, 2024

@gailb I see the pain specialist/neurologist in August. I will ask him about the Tramadol. Out...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/150442/

Discussion: Chronic Back Pain for Years, Willing to Help Others

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Jun 26, 2018

Thank you @nemo1. I believe we have communicated in the past with respect to a CIDP...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1033146/

Discussion: Severe lumbar nerve pain

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Mar 13, 2024

@wheelerma Have you worked with a physical therapist? I know that may seem like an odd...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/323444/

Discussion: Scoliosis with spinal stenosis, degenerative discs: Surgery?

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Oct 4, 2020

Thank you for your acknowledgment and support. The time lapse since the spinal fusion of L5-S1...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1065822/

Discussion: SURGERY for spinal stenosis & lumbar spinal fusion

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: May 11, 2024

Hi I had T4-S1 fusion. Done 2 1/2 years ago and wish I had it before....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1495366/

Discussion: T5 to pelvic fusion surgery fears and recovery questions

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Feb 1 3:25am

Hi Annie, My reponse is similar to Sherry's. My nerve pain was primarily in my right...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1352158/

Discussion: Harrington rods and complications

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Jul 20, 2025

Hi 👋 I am looking at a similar surgery fusion from T12-S1 and am an active...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1138851/

Discussion: Has anyone had scoliosis surgery?

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Sep 9, 2024

I know some people really need a fusion but in trying to make a decision about...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1415286/

Discussion: Concerned about fusion, have osteoporosis: What are TLIF, ALIF, XLIF?

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Oct 14, 2025

Yoga, Pilates, steam heat, water aerobics. Or just walking, if you can. I have been taking...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/107306/

Discussion: Scoliosis, chronic back pain, don't want narcotics - what to do?

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Oct 30, 2016

@katie215 Katie, You're welcome. My neurosurgeon is Dr. Jeremy Fogelson and he is at Mayo in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/257282/

Discussion: Grade III spondylolisthesis – bilateral, unrelenting pain

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Apr 5, 2019

@oregonk Welcome! The best thing I can say to you is to come to a multidisciplinary...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1279603/

Discussion: Connect with others with Severe Scoliosis + Restrictive Lung Disease

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Apr 11, 2025

I am an almost 65 year old who with severe scoliosis. I would recommend Mayo Clinic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1571294/

Discussion: Adult Scoliosis: What is surgery like? Outcomes? Recovery?

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: May 10 11:13am

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