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Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF) Surgery

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alice18849
alice18849

I'm having surgery on L 4/5 on Monday Nov. 14. I've had pain from my back going down my leg to my knee, all on the right side. I previously had 5 spinal epidurals, PT, acupuncture, and went to a message therapist. The pain never went away. I'm tired of being on pain medication. Any one else had this surgery and can give me any advise. 

 

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  • Carolineq8
    Carolineq8 alice18849

    Posted

    Sorry just realised, iv had this surgery 13 years ago amd I know how it feels when you've tried everything and all you want is to get your life back, unfortunately for me I didn't get the results I was expecting and I'm still suffering now. Just make sure you get the best aftercare from your surgeon, gp, family and friends, take care of yourself and try not and rush things, I wish you all the best with your recovery, let us know how you get on??

  • paul08894
    paul08894 alice18849

    Posted

    Hello Alice my names Paul I read this and i can relate to you word for word. I am also awaiting Spinal fusion surgery. Had all the same treatments you mentioned with no relief at all. I am also sick and tired of medications and constant pain and worrying about what the operation entails.The consultant explained it in lay mans terms but i was so anxious a lot of information went right over my head.I really wish you the best on the 14th and find out all the information you are looking for as i hope to do.
    • Carolineq8
      Carolineq8 paul08894

      Posted

      Have you tried chiropractic treatments or bowens therapy, I would turn the clock back given the chance but so many things went wrong with mine and that's not to say it will with yours but I would advise you both to try everything first and make sure you check your surgeon, however mine was very capable and I went private, I wish you all the very best and hope it works for you both, iv been there and when your in pain daily you will try anything so I get it, good luck guys xx

    • paul08894
      paul08894 Carolineq8

      Posted

      I havn't had bowens therapy yet,but it has been suggested to me.There is a holistic therapist that specialises in it near home and is a registered chiropractor.The pain consultant is new school and very open minded to alternative therapies which is a good thing. It's non invasive and i am prepared to try anything that may help Caroline.

    • alice18849
      alice18849 Carolineq8

      Posted

      I forgot to add Chiropractic treatments to my list of things I tried. But nothing has worked. So I am going for the spinal fusion this Monday. 
  • tracey07174
    tracey07174 alice18849

    Posted

    Hi Alice.I had a TLIF of L4, L5 & S1 11 months ago, I was very scared & it was a long road to recovery.I was off work for 6 months, couldn't drive for nearly 5 months but now I am feeling so much better. My surgeon has signed me off now for the 1st time in 25 years of going to the hospital. I have no pain down my legs anymore & i can now say that I'm glad I had it done. I wish you all the best for Monday & hope you have the success I've had. Remember not to rush things, it will take timeso don't expect too much too soon. Take care x

    • alice18849
      alice18849 tracey07174

      Posted

      Thank you so much Tracey. I am praying for a positive result too. I know it will take time. I am retired so I got nothing else to do. I had total right hip replacement July 19, 2016. I came through this with no problems. Also had both knees replaced, left one in 1999 and right one 2003. So I know something about surgeries and recovery. LOL
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