Question 1

I'm having a hard time deciding on spinal fusion and a laminectomy. what is the long term prognosis if i don't? g1 spondylolisthesis, r&l foraminal sten

Accepted Answer

Gradual worsening with foot drops if you have significant neurologic symptoms peotecting the nervesc with reconstruction has a better long term out com if you have only axial backache surgical outcome is less obviously beneficial wiltze urged us to wait for the leg pain then intervene if you dont have leg pain then your nerves are ok.

Question 2

I just had a spinal fusion and i was born with only one kidney, so i'm worried about the effects on my kidney?

Accepted Answer

If you can urinate to completion and you were born with one kidney it is likely doing the work of 1.5 kidneys. A healthy balanced diet and proper fluid intake can ensure it's health and function. Diabetes and hypertension can effect it's health.

Question 3

I'm on forteo for insuffiecncy fx after spinal fusion. what side effects should i bring to physicians attn?

Accepted Answer

Any side effects you notice after your bone density test and on Forteo you must bring to the attention of your doctor.

You might want to stop Forteo for a few days till you see your doctor. There will no bone loss off Forteo for a few days.

Question 4

I experience regular bouts of nausea and uncontrollable shaking as side effects from taking 1x lyrica 25mg mornings and 1x lyrica 75mg nights plus tramazac 37,5 2tabs 3x daily post spinal fusion surgery since 30 november. how can i ween off & treat?

Accepted Answer

Any time a patient is considering weaning off a medication, it is the best course of action to talk to the prescribing Dr to determine the safe way to do this. They can also offer alternative treatment suggestions or prescriptions.

Question 5

How long for a spinal fusion will heal?

Accepted Answer

We need a lot more info to answer this question, they are many variables that determine when fusion will heal such as:location of the fusion, levels fused, type of fixation used, materialch used weather is  autograft or allograft  and surgical technique, use of graft material, plus general condition and health of the pt.Usually one level uncomplicated fusion will take between 6 to 8 months.

Question 6

Will you tell me about spinal fusion recovery experiences?

Accepted Answer

Fusion recovery experiences are variable, dependent upon the individual patient, each surgeon, type of spinal fusion (open vs. Minimal invasive), prior pain/pathology, and history of pre-operative pain medication usage. Best advice is to speak with your surgeon for expectations after the surgery.

Question 7

Can you tell me how to know if my spinal fusion has failed?

Accepted Answer

There are a number of ways a spinal fusion may fail.  If the hardware breaks and the vertebrae can move - this can be detected by a special Xray called a flexion-extension Xray, failure of bony fusion is best detected with a CAT scan to look for bone formation.  Sometimes pain persists, but all studies show bone has formed and hardware is in good position, in which case the fusion has not failed.

Question 8

What are the options if a spinal fusion doesn't take and worse symtoms appear?

Accepted Answer

Too complicated a question which requires a lot of info specific to your case.  Sometimes additional surgery is indicated.

Question 9

What spinal fusion surgery?

Accepted Answer

A spinal fusion is a procedure used to join two spinal motion units together. It is designed to stop all motion of the motion segment. It may be performed with or without the usages of screws and rods. It is performed  for spinal instability . It  is like welding 2  pieces of metal together.

Question 10

How serious is cervical spinal fusion..?

Accepted Answer

Cervical spinal fusion for a herniated cervical disc is a common procedure done by neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine surgeons. There are certainly risks to the surgery, but in the proper hands the outcomes are excellent. You also need to evaluate the situation and ensure that the symptoms can be treated effectively with the fusion.

What are the long term effects of a spinal fusion

I'm having a hard time deciding on spinal fusion and a laminectomy. what is the long term prognosis if i don't? g1 spondylolisthesis, r&l foraminal sten

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I just had a spinal fusion and i was born with only one kidney, so i'm worried about the effects on my kidney?

I'm on forteo for insuffiecncy fx after spinal fusion. what side effects should i bring to physicians attn?

I experience regular bouts of nausea and uncontrollable shaking as side effects from taking 1x lyrica 25mg mornings and 1x lyrica 75mg nights plus tramazac 37,5 2tabs 3x daily post spinal fusion surgery since 30 november. how can i ween off & treat?

How long for a spinal fusion will heal?

Will you tell me about spinal fusion recovery experiences?

Can you tell me how to know if my spinal fusion has failed?

What are the options if a spinal fusion doesn't take and worse symtoms appear?

What spinal fusion surgery?

How serious is cervical spinal fusion..?

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