Laney
Hi Laney!
So sorry to hear about your pain I completely understanded the awful pain prolapsed disks cause..I had a large prolapse L5/S1 since Jan 09 I ended up slouched over where I could hardly walk from the pain and dependant on Tramadol. I tried PT/Sports massage..finally had MRI which showed collpapsed/prolapsed disk. Had Micro disectomy 6 weeks ago and had instant relief. I could walk without constant sciatica!!
I have had a set back where my disk has slightly prolapsed again but I think this is due to me doing to much. Still the pain has halved. I would really recommend looking into surgery. Have a chat with your doc about the neurosurgeons in ur area they can arrange for u to have a consultation with one.
Any more you need to knw just ask xx
Hi Laney.
My long standing and low level back problems were exacerbated and greatly increased after a rear end shunt whilst driving my car. At first, there seemed nothing wrong, but within 2 months I was totally disabled. I was unable to walk, sit or sleep without extreme pain and spasms.
As I found, minimally invasive spine surgery (key hole) will help, because this will not cause the severe damage to tissue, nerves, muscles and bone that is sinonimous with standard discograph, laminectomy and fusion. Avoid these procedure until all other options are exhausted, and even then think twice! Reaserch and research again for the least invasive treatments on offer, ask questions and demand written proof of safety and efficacy of any surgical procedures being offered.
Best wishes
SPINELF.
hi about 8 months ago i had tightness of the left knee and shooting spasam's and pains i use to train dance yoga so i was suprised i saw my gp and got within 3 weeks a mri scan and found out i have a si l5 prolasped disc the symptons are sciactica numbness of left foot otes and left calf pain and hurts when i stand and cough . tried diclofenac cocodamol etc . finnally got a epidural injecton in si region didnt help so now letf to get onwith it i find pilates helps simple stretching but first you need to get nri scan maybe epidural to take down the inflammation , try getting your gp to refer you to st lenoards they operate private but through nhs great service . they are called the in health netcare it is free i am in north ondon ask your gp to get refered there good luck namaste
darran
Can you please tell me where you had this MISS treatment?. Was it on the NHS?
Hi Carly
Who did your micro discectomy? Was it funded by the NHS?
Hi, I was wondering if anyone has had the micro discectomy surgery, and details of any benefits achieved after surgery, recovery time etc. I have a L5 S1 disc prolapse and have been booked in for this procedure (20 weeks waiting list ) so it is just hang tight at the moment though a cortisone injection i had in august has helped considerably with the pain (got me off 8 tramadol a day which is a big benefit). Any info would be great and i hope people are'nt suffering too much out there!
Hi, Glad to hear your surgery is not too long away. Do you suffer with sciatic pain as well as back pain? I have the same problem as you but we have only one back surgeon in my neck of the woods and the waiting list is ridiculously long for surgery. Did the second injection really help with your pain??
Hello
I'm so relieved to have found this forum! I'm almost beside myself with confusion about disc problems!
Just about a year ago, I had severe lower back/leg pain, which was diagnosed as sciatica. I was handed out the usual pain killers, which did absolutely nothing to help. I went to a chiropractor over the course of 3 months, who helped a bit.
Luckily I have private medical insurance, as this was pretty expensive.
Next, I was sent to a specialist back clinic and saw a doctor who sent me for an MRI scan, which showed a prolapsed disc in the lumbar spine. Since then I've had two lumbar block injections which have helped a bit.
Now I have very little pain during the day, but am in agony at night. I wake up in pain every night, and sometimes am actually "stuck", I can't move my lower body at all, which is really frightening!
If I try to do anything more strenuous than a gentle bike ride or walk, I end up in great pain, which is so frustrating for a previously very sporty person!
My doctor is now suggesting surgery, but I'm rather reluctant to go down this route. The problem is that I don't know what else to do ..... !
Hi! Susie.
My doctor is now suggesting surgery, but I'm rather reluctant to go down this route. The problem is that I don't know what else to do ..... !
To help you understand your options, have a look at these minimully invasive endoscopic laser spinal surgery links and compare with conventional surgical options, then ask your health insurence company what they will cover.
www.bonati.com
www.laserspineinstitute.com
www.microspine.com
www.spinal-foundation.org
Best wishes
SPINELF
Hi Laney!
So sorry to hear about your pain I completely understanded the awful pain prolapsed disks cause..I had a large prolapse L5/S1 since Jan 09 I ended up slouched over where I could hardly walk from the pain and dependant on Tramadol. I tried PT/Sports massage..finally had MRI which showed collpapsed/prolapsed disk. Had Micro disectomy 6 weeks ago and had instant relief. I could walk without constant sciatica!!
I have had a set back where my disk has slightly prolapsed again but I think this is due to me doing to much. Still the pain has halved. I would really recommend looking into surgery. Have a chat with your doc about the neurosurgeons in ur area they can arrange for u to have a consultation with one.
im a week after microsurgery and omg life is sooooo different 🙂
surgeon Mr Davies,Nevill Hall hosp ,Abergavenny ,mid wales.
nhs.
thankyou
hi all i would just like to say what a great source of comfort you all are this forum has really helped while im recovering from back surgery /8 weeks post op still in pain and not sleeping very well at the moment ive had revision of previous discectomy .does anyone know how long it will take before i get back to normal / am i just beeing soft still on dhc . ive had enough .:(
.does anyone know how long it will take before i get back to normal / am i just beeing soft still on dhc . ive had enough .:(
WE HEAR YOUR PAIN FRIEND!!
It really does depend on a lot of things quarr4bank, like your age, prior condition, length of illness, procedure type, complications and so on.
Could you give us more detail please, someone may be in a position to advise your more accurately then!
Best wishes
SPINELF
thanks spinelf .its quarr4bank .ive just been to see my neuroseorgeon ,ive now got other problems with my bladder he said its nothing to do with the surgry i had 8 weeks ago hes now discharged me im really down at the moment .hes passed me over to a urologist n the pain clinic again ,he wouldnt answer any of my questions .i had n mri 4 wks ago he lost my scan results /ihad a revision of a discectomy ,oh and a duarel tear . i feel like n old women and i have ayoung family to look after ,im not very good on the comp idont know how u pick up ure replies .x
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Holistic
thanks spinelf .its quarr4bank .ive just been to see my neuroseorgeon ,ive now got other problems with my bladder he said its nothing to do with the surgry i had 8 weeks ago hes now discharged me im really down at the moment .hes passed me over to a urologist n the pain clinic again ,he wouldnt answer any of my questions .i had n mri 4 wks ago he lost my scan results /ihad a revision of a discectomy ,oh and a duarel tear . i feel like n old women and i have ayoung family to look after ,im not very good on the comp idont know how u pick up ure replies .x
Dural tear is most probably responsible for your bladder problems.