This is a discussion on Newbie 32y/o M w/ massive C5/C6 herniation -- Artificial Disc Replacement within the Artificial Disc Replacement forums, part of the Spine Surgery Support category; Hi all, Just saying hello..... w/ some images attached.. I've been here lurking and PM'ing for a bit as I ...
Newbie 32y/o M w/ massive C5/C6 herniation -- Artificial Disc Replacement Hi all,
Just saying hello..... w/ some images attached..
I've been here lurking and PM'ing for a bit as I go through my fight w/ insurance to cover ADR. I lost the pre-cert and now I'm just going it alone b/c I really think ADR makes the most sense for my situation. I've had symptoms for about 18 months now. The worst has been the constant burning in my forearm and weakness (along w/ rapid fatiguing) in my right hand. I've tried most of the conservative treatments: meds, PT, epidurals, traction, acupuncture, hot/cold, rest, etc. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to make much progress and my body never reabsorbed the disc. No history of major accidents, this appears to be purely degenerative...
So I'm on my way to Germany to have a discectomy and ADR... wish me luck!!
re: Newbie 32y/o M w/ massive C5/C6 herniation -- Artificial Disc Replacement Welome to the site! I'm sorry you are having to go through this as such a young age but maybe you will recover faster. Your MRI does not look good in that spot. When are you scheduled for this surgery? I wish you much luck. It seems like they say it is easier for cervical than lumbar. Find all of Fuzzy's posts. He's been through it all!
Linda
L5-S1 shot with small schmorl's node
L4-5 mild bulge with mild facet DJD
L2-3 minimal disc bulge
L5-S1 ADR cancelled 8-14 need to reschedule
Major pain everyday
re: Newbie 32y/o M w/ massive C5/C6 herniation -- Artificial Disc Replacement Scheduled for Friday 2/12. Yes, I've read though many of the stories here and on other forums as well... thanks for the well wishes!
- 34yo male original diagnosis was herniation at C5/C6, no history of trauma, symptoms started around 8/2008.
- in 2008-9: PT, 3 epidural injections, oral steroids, anti-inflammatory meds, etc, acupuncture...
- ADR (M6) implanted @ C5/C6 on 2/12/10 at Stenum Hospital by Ritter-Lang.
- Serious neck pain and stiffness began in early 2011.
- Images (2/2011) show bone growth, although C5/C6 is still mobile.
- April 2011, pain is worse, also radiating down my right arm again.
re: Newbie 32y/o M w/ massive C5/C6 herniation -- Artificial Disc Replacement badbatzmaru,
It's great to see you posting. Sorry about the insurance issues with artificial disc replacement...I've been down that road as you know. I wish you the very best during your travels and that your operation is nothing short of a complete success!
Justin Averna
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I'm here to help.
- 1994: Football Injury, Severe Hyperextension
- 1997: Snow Skiing Injury
- 3/7/1997: Laminotomy L4/L5
- 1999 & 2003: Motor Vehicle Accidents (not at fault both times) --> Grade V Annular Tears L4/L5 & L5/L6
- 11/15/2003: 2-Level ProDisc® L4/L5 & L5/L6*, *lumbosacral transitional vertebra --> Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli
- 4/2008: 4.5 years pain-free before "new" leg pain
- 5/14/2009: Dynamic Stabilization System L4/L5, Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli
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re: Newbie 32y/o M w/ massive C5/C6 herniation -- Artificial Disc Replacement Dear Badbatzmaru,
Good luck with your upcoming surgery. What day will you leave for Germany? Your films look pretty bad and I know you must be really excited to end your misery. Keep us posted!
CD
44 year old female
LBP for more than three years
DDD at L4/L5
annular tears and bulge
PT, ESI, chiropractic, massage -unsuccessful
MRI & discography July 2009-positive @ L4/L5
3 denials from UHC
Enrolled in Axiomed Freedom Lumbar Trial
Freedom disc @ L4/L5 by Dr. Zigler on 2/18/10
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