XLIF-Spinal Fusion
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Hi,
I'm having spinal fusion-XLIF-next week (L2 3 4 5) and my case is a bit unsual as I had a total right knee replacement 8 months ago, without knowing about my back issues. Just thought my back really bothered me as I was limping so bad due to my knee pain. My quads/leg have never fully recovered from the TKR, the damaged nerves in my back control the quads making walking, stairs, getting up etc. very difficult. This surgery will correct my back problems and allow my quads/leg to work again. Hoping to get some tips from others who have had this surgert, thanks!
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Moveebuff1953 PattyLee
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Angel21 PattyLee
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Hi
My experience getting XLIF has not been a good one. Suffering from degenerative discs L4-L5 and Scoliosis. At the time just before surgery I had not idea how much risk there was in doing this procedure. I'm here to tell you the surgery was unsuccessful. The pain still persists, and four later I was on oxycodone and Ibuprofen until I torn my Achilles Tendon and put on Coumadin to dissolve the clot. However, now I know what a mistake I made in deciding on the XLIF procedure because my back is worse now than before. There recommending a back stimulator (implant) more money for the doctor and hospital and with no guarantees . My recommendation: DO NOT HAVE THIS SURGERY AND ALL COST. You will be sorry!!!