Forum: iSpine
08-04-2010, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,906
Seems like we never learn. When we're feeling...
Seems like we never learn. When we're feeling good, life is normal but for many of us, life will never be the same normal it was but a new definition. Still, we think we can do it all and try -...
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Forum: Insurance Issues
08-02-2010, 11:51 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 6,402
Hi Stefan and welcome to the forum,
Good...
Hi Stefan and welcome to the forum,
Good luck with getting an American ins co to pay for any non-emergency procedure out of this country, epecially if not approved/recognized procedure. If you...
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Forum: iSpine
08-02-2010, 11:45 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,497
Welcome Richard,
Usually an ADR is...
Welcome Richard,
Usually an ADR is preferable to a fusion because a fusion doesn't move. However, your lumbar spine moves the least at S1/L5 and in your case, if the disc height is severely...
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Forum: iSpine
08-02-2010, 11:25 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,825
Sorry Aaron,
Welcome to the medical world. ...
Sorry Aaron,
Welcome to the medical world. For those of us who remember how things worked before the '90s and HMOs, we're aware that though there always existed a difference among the quality and...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
08-01-2010, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 13,458
Grant,
Shooting hoops - a small step but a...
Grant,
Shooting hoops - a small step but a huge milestone. It took me two years before I felt 'normal' again and I'm still improving almost 5 years out. I'm still quite aware of my nerve damage...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
07-30-2010, 04:35 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 6,480
Katie,
Sounds great. You hold your breath...
Katie,
Sounds great. You hold your breath for so long, hoping you're making a good decision and then, you're there. For you, this is a dream come true. I hope you continue to improve and...
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Forum: iSpine
07-27-2010, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,345
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Forum: iSpine
07-20-2010, 04:13 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 3,141
Back Problems
On another post, Aaron started me thinking. Most people, at some point in their lives, will have back pain but like me, most are unaware their back could actually be injured. I believe a...
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Forum: iSpine
07-19-2010, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 16,964
Hi CajunRich and welcome to the forum,
Ditto...
Hi CajunRich and welcome to the forum,
Ditto to previous recommendations. Don't know what kind of doctors you've seen but you definitely need a specialist. In addition, I would also recommend a...
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Forum: iSpine
07-16-2010, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,095
Hi and welcome to the forum,
Too bad you've...
Hi and welcome to the forum,
Too bad you've received the run-around from those who are supposed to help you. Many others have the same story.
I've heard of Dr. Bray, nothing bad, have seen Dr....
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
07-15-2010, 05:28 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 8,467
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Forum: iSpine
07-13-2010, 03:11 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 5,006
If you're able and willing to travel, I'd...
If you're able and willing to travel, I'd recommend Dr. Regan in Los Angeles. There's also a chance, if you can digitalize your films, Dr. R can view them on the internet with a phone consultation. ...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
07-12-2010, 04:27 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 13,254
Hi Archie and welcome,
I'm not a doctor and...
Hi Archie and welcome,
I'm not a doctor and no much less than others on this forum about medical issues BUT - muscle twitches are quite common after this kind of surgery and the weakness you feel...
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Forum: Insurance Issues
07-05-2010, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 24,397
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
07-03-2010, 11:05 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 6,702
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
07-03-2010, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,373
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
07-01-2010, 10:08 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 8,467
I can't begin to put myself in your shoes. Had...
I can't begin to put myself in your shoes. Had this surgery occurred in the US, the malpractice award would have sustained you for life and you would have been able to find that surragate, not that...
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Forum: iSpine
06-27-2010, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 5,006
Welcome Kelly,
You are not the first person...
Welcome Kelly,
You are not the first person who has had a doctor tell them their pain is in their head. We hear you and understand. Unfortunately and depending on your insurance, you need to...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
06-26-2010, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 8,467
I wish I could say more than I'm sorry. Your...
I wish I could say more than I'm sorry. Your miracle turned into a disaster. I can only hope that your solution can be found and is successful. We all say the choice of doctors is the first choice...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
06-25-2010, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 8,467
Job13,
This is my 3rd attempt at this post...
Job13,
This is my 3rd attempt at this post ????? so I'll keep it short. There's no excuse for the treatment you received from both Dr. B & FM. I agree there was less than adaquate response to...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
06-24-2010, 04:37 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 6,702
Hey there Supergirl,
Glad you found us but...
Hey there Supergirl,
Glad you found us but sorry you need us.
My first thought - a doctor fearing surgery - wow, you're human after all. If you think about all the surgeries you must have...
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Forum: Community Support - NSR
06-17-2010, 11:19 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 3,217
Exchange rate
In a recent post I mentioned that the Euro was at an all time low of around
$.80. I misspoke-and read it backwards. The Euro is still right around $1.23 Sorry 'bout that.
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Forum: iSpine
06-17-2010, 12:37 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,090
Hi E and welcome to the forum,
Your life has...
Hi E and welcome to the forum,
Your life has been taken away from you and you want it back. We understand.
There's so much to say to you but it basically comes down to your willing to risk a...
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Forum: Surgical Outcomes and Blogs
06-13-2010, 04:43 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,717
Thanks D,
I agree, sticking to cruising for...
Thanks D,
I agree, sticking to cruising for awhile, that is, when we can afford it again.
Couldn't take extra pillows because airline rules between Hungary and Italy only allowed 1 piece of...
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Forum: iSpine
06-10-2010, 06:25 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 5,112
I am taking these plus other supplements as...
I am taking these plus other supplements as recommended by my pm. They are all included in the supplement Synergy, Women's #5 multi vitamin available at vitacost.com. Sorry but I do not know which...
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