Question about bad backs?

Richkas

Richkas

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I have a bulging disc and a pinched nerve. My doc is sending me to a neurosurgeon . I'm not going to go under the knife am I?
 
Journeyman

Journeyman

EOG Master
Re: Question about bad backs?

Doubtful even an operation would fix it...backs are the worst and doctors can't usually do much besides offer pain meds...stay as fit as possible so you don't put any extra strain on it.

Do u have numbness or tingling?
 
winkyduck

winkyduck

TYVM Morgan William!!!
Re: Question about bad backs?

don't know how bad it is - but look into Yoga. i know it sounds impossible for someone in your situation - and it might be - but at least see and if you can - do it! you will feel the benefits soon after and it will really help you out
 
Richkas

Richkas

EOG Veteran
Re: Question about bad backs?

I'd be glad to stay this way the rest of my life for a lifetime script of vicoden :cheers
 
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AcesFull

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Re: Question about bad backs?

Skip the chiro and go straight to the PT. After some therapy, yoga would probably be a great thing.
 
pvcpipe

pvcpipe

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Re: Question about bad backs?

sounds like you may get a discectomy. try and avoid it if you can.
 
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OMNIVOROUS FROG

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Re: Question about bad backs?

Take a before and after photo, good for malpractice or wrongful death litigation...



You'll thank me later...


Best wishes...OF :cheers
 
Richkas

Richkas

EOG Veteran
Re: Question about bad backs?

Who would even sit and watch that crap for more than 5 minutes?

It must be a chemical in their brain.
 
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Miz Manners

Banned
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Listen man, ive had multiple back surgeries. First for two herniated disks and then for fusion of both disks. Surgery was my first and worst mistake. Surgeons make there money off of surgery so going to a surgeon will get you surgery. The only thing that works for my pain is the pool. It takes all the pressure off of your spine and nerves. Do lots of stretching and do no sports or activities that involve twisting(GOLF) or pounding(BASKETBALL).Pain killers are great but once you start be prepared to be on them for life because its like heroin. No getting off. I recommend massage, swimming, & stretching. Ive tried physical therapy 10 times and it is pointless unless you just had surgery and then it helps get you back in shape. Except water therapy which is nice and relieves your pain. Dont mess with chiropractors or accupunture. Unless you cant live with the pain, surgery is the last option. The actual odds of surgery getting rid of your pain are 30% yes and 70% no. The Surgeon will tell you that its 70% yes. Thats bullshit!!!
 
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vikingboy13

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Re: Question about bad backs?

Been to chiropractors for years and years just to keep working. That quit working for me, then went to an orthopaedic and he put me on this new space age traction bed for 6 weeks. Before MRI showed the usual,( degenerative disc,etc.). After MRI showed two herniated discs, and something else. What a mistake. Tried therapy, and found it useless. Finally went to a back specialist who told me therapy would be useless, and do not do physical things, and I just have to live with it. Also said no surgery. The only thing that I have found that makes my back feel real good is Ultram. They just put me in too much of a drug stupor, so I try not to take them. Good luck in your endeavor.
 
Richkas

Richkas

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Re: Question about bad backs?

vikingboy13 said:
Been to chiropractors for years and years just to keep working. That quit working for me, then went to an orthopaedic and he put me on this new space age traction bed for 6 weeks. Before MRI showed the usual,( degenerative disc,etc.). After MRI showed two herniated discs, and something else. What a mistake. Tried therapy, and found it useless. Finally went to a back specialist who told me therapy would be useless, and do not do physical things, and I just have to live with it. Also said no surgery. The only thing that I have found that makes my back feel real good is Ultram. They just put me in too much of a drug stupor, so I try not to take them. Good luck in your endeavor.
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I just took 3 ultram.
 
The Devil

The Devil

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Re: Question about bad backs?

Richkas said:
I have a bulging disc and a pinched nerve. My doc is sending me to a neurosurgeon . I'm not going to go under the knife am I?
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YES........

BUT ONLY IF YOU WANT TO FEEL BETTER.........SOUNDS LIKE THE NERVES IN YOUR SPINE NEED TO BE UNTANGLED........THAT USUALLY HELPS THE TINGLING IN THE LEGS GO AWAY................
 
Richkas

Richkas

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Re: Question about bad backs?

The Devil said:
YES........

BUT ONLY IF YOU WANT TO FEEL BETTER.........SOUNDS LIKE THE NERVES IN YOUR SPINE NEED TO BE UNTANGLED........THAT USUALLY HELPS THE TINGLING IN THE LEGS GO AWAY................
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I take it youve had back surgery?
 
chandler1981

chandler1981

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Re: Question about bad backs?

I have a "mild" herniated disk in my lower back. The bulging disk pinches a nerve when there is tension and inflammation.

After an MRI, they said surgery was the only way to fix it but they reccomended that I try to exercise and try not to overuse my back if possible. I am not always in pain but it usually bothers me a few days a week.

I am 26 yrs old and there is no way im having surgery until I cant stand the pain any longer.

I have a friend who had surgery for the same thing and he had a bad cold 2 weeks after the surgery. He coughed alot and it caused his back to "mess up" again. He went back under the knife and still has problems.

Its only been 3 or 4 months though, so I hope it gets better.

Good luck to you.
 
Richkas

Richkas

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Re: Question about bad backs?

chandler1981 said:
I have a "mild" herniated disk in my lower back. The bulging disk pinches a nerve when there is tension and inflammation.

After an MRI, they said surgery was the only way to fix it but they reccomended that I try to exercise and try not to overuse my back if possible. I am not always in pain but it usually bothers me a few days a week.

I am 26 yrs old and there is no way im having surgery until I cant stand the pain any longer.

I have a friend who had surgery for the same thing and he had a bad cold 2 weeks after the surgery. He coughed alot and it caused his back to "mess up" again. He went back under the knife and still has problems.

Its only been 3 or 4 months though, so I hope it gets better.

Good luck to you.
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Do they give you pain pills?
 
The Devil

The Devil

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Re: Question about bad backs?

Richkas said:
I take it youve had back surgery?
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SPINAL FUSION IN 88.......BACK IS STRONGER NOW THAN WHEN I WAS 25........

HAD THAT TINGLING IN MY LEG FOR ABOUT A YEAR.......DIDN'T REALLY HURT BUT WAS A TICKLE THAT NEVER WENT AWAY, ENEV WHILE TRYING TO SLEEP..................
 
Bagiant

Bagiant

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Re: Question about bad backs?

If I were you, I'd spend $70 including shipping and get a True Back device. It's helped many people out with horrible back problems. Go to 29trueback.com and see the details.
 
Richkas

Richkas

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Re: Question about bad backs?

I took 3 more ultrams and its kicking my ass. Time to relax. Good night boys. Tomorrows gonna be fun.
 
Ace

Ace

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Re: Question about bad backs?

Richkas said:
I have a bulging disc and a pinched nerve. My doc is sending me to a neurosurgeon . I'm not going to go under the knife am I?
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my father in the last year has gone under the knife twice for bulging discs-----his surgeon told him swimming was an excellant source of exercise

good luck
 
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Miz Manners

Banned
Re: Question about bad backs?

That is terrible advice DEVIL!!! Why dont you tell him all the risks that go along with surgery? Scar tissue, permanent nerve dameage, complications, etc... Surgery helps one out of 4 people. congrats on being that one Devil! This guy needs to try everything before going under the knife. Has he tried epidural injections? A low risk way to get trid of the pain forever. For some not all of course. I highly recommend this guy spending two grand on a tempurpedic bed. This will change your sleeping ability in a positive way 100%. Your doctor can prescribe it for you so that your insurance will cover it. He needs to go to a Pain Managenent specialist, not a surgeon. Ive had 5 back surgerys and my pain got worse with each one. I was 19 when i had my first and the DR. didnt mention any toher options. When you are 19 you listen to DRS. Why didnt he suggest therapy? MONEY!!!:doh1
 
The General

The General

Another Day, Another Dollar
Re: Question about bad backs?

surgery is 50/50 I have 2 ruptured L3/L4 L5/S1 discs dealt with the pain for a long time because I cannot man up to a 50/50 shot with surgery. You learn to deal with the pain after time. There are dayz, though where ya have to bite on hammer when getting out of bed.
 
Richkas

Richkas

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Re: Question about bad backs?

The General said:
surgery is 50/50 I have 2 ruptured L3/L4 L5/S1 discs dealt with the pain for a long time because I cannot man up to a 50/50 shot with surgery. You learn to deal with the pain after time. There are dayz, though where ya have to bite on hammer when getting out of bed.
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I've been living on a heating pad for 2 weeks straight.
 
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lefty402

EOG Member
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l Have had 6 spine ops. and 20 herniations to go with it,,,,,certain rules you have to follow,,,never,,never go to a chiroprator,,,always use a neurosugeon,,not a orthopedic,,,neuro;s look at it for what it is a nerve problem,,ortho's look at their problem's fro a bone point of view,,chiro's are for muscular,,,,like someone above mentioned,,,get into rehab therapy,,,,,never get "cut" unless you cannot take the pain anymore. There are all type's of pain,,,you and only you will know when the roof's caving in and trust me from what you are saying it can get horrific,,,,light years worse than where you are at now. You will know,,,,it will affect your quality of life dramatically. So,,,go make an appointment with a neuro and he will prescribe rehab,,,,that is your next step. Good luck and you can ask me all the questions you want. .... One more thing,,and this is a must,,do not sit on any low chairs or couches,it will speed up your downfall. lefty
 
mr merlin

mr merlin

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Re: Question about bad backs?

I have had a pinched nerve in my neck for about a year and a half, it is finally getting better the last couple months. My advise is not to let the butchers near you unless the pain is unbearable, it'll prob get better in a year or so!
 
The Devil

The Devil

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Re: Question about bad backs?

Miz Manners said:
That is terrible advice DEVIL!!! Why dont you tell him all the risks that go along with surgery? Scar tissue, permanent nerve dameage, complications, etc... Surgery helps one out of 4 people. congrats on being that one Devil! This guy needs to try everything before going under the knife. Has he tried epidural injections? A low risk way to get trid of the pain forever. For some not all of course. I highly recommend this guy spending two grand on a tempurpedic bed. This will change your sleeping ability in a positive way 100%. Your doctor can prescribe it for you so that your insurance will cover it. He needs to go to a Pain Managenent specialist, not a surgeon. Ive had 5 back surgerys and my pain got worse with each one. I was 19 when i had my first and the DR. didnt mention any toher options. When you are 19 you listen to DRS. Why didnt he suggest therapy? MONEY!!!:doh1
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WHY IS THAT TERRIBLE ADVICE??? DON'T KNOW WHERE YOU GET YOUR STATS FROM..........BUT 1 IN 4 SOUNDS LIKE YOU GOT THEM FOR THE 1960'S......MAYBE YOU SHOULD DO SOME HOMEWORK BEFORE YOU GET YOUR NEXT SURGERY........TRY GOING TO SOMEONE WHO ONLY SPECIALIZES IN SPINES.........AND STAY AWAY FROM THE VETS.......
 
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