Going under the knife again.

[BrokenBackJack]

Yep another back surgery is scheduled for tomorrow. Couldn't hold off any longer and sure hope i don't miss my daughter's wedding in October.
Have been crawling on hands and knees for over a week and just kept getting worse. The drive to Vegas will be a tough one but hope i can do it.
Just my luck i guess.

 

[Allen Gamble]

How many is this for you? And best of luck of course. I had my first at 29 after five-six years of pain with no recovery in sight. I'm 32 now, but I'm starting to get some of those minor symptoms in the beginning of my initial back pains.

I can't complain too much though.... after surgery my life has been great and I've been able to do a lot of things I would've never imagined (12-mile ruck marches, 10 mile runs). I train much smarter than I used to, but some things you just can't avoid by occupation!

 

[Davy Crockett]

Yikes... Sorry to read that. Different spot ? Prayers for a full speedy recovery.

 

[H82bogey]

Yuk. Had my first back surgery 3 years ago at the age of 31. My first year after surgery was pretty good, but been downhill ever since. Can't even get my socks on some days. For me, I did find a therapist that has helped and have made huge improvements in the last two months. I also have been to the Dirty Mike clinic of Chiropractic care enough times and he has helped a ton. Some days I haven't been able to stand up straight and after a visit or two with him, he's got me back to normal.

agree with BRK, I just started getting back in the gym and definitely training smarter now.

 

[Allen Gamble]

I also have been to the Dirty Mike clinic of Chiropractic care enough times and he has helped a ton. Some days I haven't been able to stand up straight and after a visit or two with him, he's got me back to normal. agree with BRK, I just started getting back in the gym and definitely training smarter now.

You've gone to the chiropractor? Incredible, I wouldn't ever dare think of that. I used to go pre-surgery and it always made me feel worse.... I also quit golfing, playing baseball, or anything that twists/torques my back in any kind of inappropriate way.

 

[Rowdie]

I don't think I've ever met anyone who has only had their back cut once, and its good now.

 

[H82bogey]

You've gone to the chiropractor? Incredible, I wouldn't ever dare think of that. I used to go pre-surgery and it always made me feel worse.... I also quit golfing, playing baseball, or anything that twists/torques my back in any kind of inappropriate way.

Yeah, but I don't go all the time, just when something is really out of place. When I can't stand up straight, I know it's time for some help. Also have a really good massage therapist, that has broke up the scar tissue and am finally getting some mobility back.

Like you, I quit playing golf, bowling, softball, etc. Trying to protect my back, but I still want to live life.

 

[BrokenBackJack]

This will be 5 1/2 back surgeries plus 2 major neck surgeries.
Back are all L3,4,5, & S 1.

 

[wildeyes]

BBJ, damn. Good luck with the surgery.

 

[Kasey]

Best of luck to you BBJ. I will be hoping you're fine to enjoy your daughters wedding. Prayers sent

 

[Wirehair]

BBJ, Good luck with surgery and for a rapid recovery. As someone with back issues as well, a lot of use can relate. Best wishes!

 

[LBrandt]

The laser type surgery is out I take it. My dad had way to many lower back surgery so I kind of know what your going through. Wish you well and a speedy recovery.

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You need to dance with your little girl.

 

[deleted___account]

Good luck. I had a lumbar laminectomy on the lower about 6 years ago. Got me walking after I hit the floor atleast. That's about all I can do today, at a good gimp. Lucky to stand straight lol. I know your troubles. Also have degenerative disk disease along with 3 herniated disks. Fuck ya good times. They wanna fuse me I told em I"ll crawl around instead no thanks.

 

[BrokenBackJack]

Had 3 herniated discs in the back before last MRI and another spot where disc is gone. Now 4 herniated with 1 gone and degeneratuve disease also. Could be worse but man i am in pain! It just has me completely wore out.
Thanks for the well wishes and prayers! We appreciate every one of you!!!

 

[Captain Ahab]

Hope you get it figured out. Back problems are the worst. I've had 2 times in my life when back was out. Drove me about crazy.

 

[Sub_Elect]

Yuck, good luck BBJ!

 

[HUNTFISHND]

I've got back issues myself and my wife has been after me for the past 2 years to have surgery on it, but after reading these posts about it only lasting a short white I think I'll stick to getting the injections every six months or so since it seems to be working for now.

 

[DirtyMike]

You've gone to the chiropractor? Incredible, I wouldn't ever dare think of that. I used to go pre-surgery and it always made me feel worse.... I also quit golfing, playing baseball, or that twists/torques my back in any kind of inappropriate way.

Let me tell you, anyone with previous back surgery isn't turned into a pretzel. And if I do any kind of manual manipulation, there is a very small amount of force used. Just to clear the air here.

 

[LBrandt]

When I go in for neck adjustment and my good friend Dave in Wahpeton gives my neck a good cracking I wiggle my fingers and toes and tell him I am just checking he didn't break my neck. Pisses him off but funny.

 

[BrewCrew]

Aww crap BBJ. God Speed on your trip and prayers are with you. I go in on Friday for my first neck surgery - they are removing the discs between C5-6 and C6-7. Going to fuse 5-6-7. They say 6-10 weeks in a neck brace.

I will be praying for you BBJ -