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This is a discussion on Chickens & cats within the The Lounge forums, part of the Social and Support Forums category; This thread desperately needs an BTW, thanks for sharing these incredible stories....

  1. 07-17-2009, 10:27 AM #31
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    This thread desperately needs an BTW, thanks for sharing these incredible stories.

    Justin Averna
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  2. 07-17-2009, 11:50 AM #32
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    Unfortunately, the chicken news is not good. Three nights ago, one of our gorgeous black hens, Mrs. Black (yes, original, I know ) didn't come back to the coop. Two options; some varmint got her, but there is no signs of struggle with feathers or anything, or she decided to 'set'. Meaning that she has been hiding eggs in the bushes somewhere and is now setting on them to hatch. It is also called brooding, and nothing will get them off once they start. I'm hoping it is this of course, and she will appear with half a dozen babies in three weeks. Fingers crossed everyone!

    Mr Rooster all of a sudden has gotten sick too, but with no obvious signs of illness. He is just very weak. I called the vet that I got him from and she recommended antibiotics, electrolytes and baby vitamins, all of which he has in his water now. He's in our big dog crate, and at least isn't getting worse, but is still pretty quiet. I LOVE this guy and I'm pretty upset about it, especially since he is a heritage breed and not easy to replace.

    I'll try to come up with some happy stories in a bit. Have to run errands for now. Sorry to be a downer, but that's farm life sometimes.
    Severe compression of spinal cord, flaval ligament, etc. at C4/5 & 5/6.
    Herniation and compression, at L3/4 to L5/S1 plus spondylosis at the latter level. Severe allergy to most metals.
    Three level surgery in Brazil with Dr. Luiz Pimenta on March 17/2010 using non-metal appliances. L5/S1-PEEK cage, ALIF; L4/5-PEEK cage, XLIF; C5/6-NuVasive NeoDisc. Three separate approaches, two minimally invasive. Currently minor residual back pain, from SI ligament and still overdoing things . Therapy and chiropractic treatments helping immensely. Gone from being almost bedridden to near normal activities including gardening. Life is gooooood!
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  3. 07-17-2009, 12:04 PM #33
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    I'm crossing my fingers that it will be hen babies, that would be really cool and cute. I just posted on your other thread about my kids wanting to come see your animals. I will pray for you rooster and no, it won't be the first time I prayed for an animal!
    31 years old- 1/06- In wreck with 18 wheeler at 25 years old; 6/06- Head on collision on Interstate, both wrecks other drivers fault. Numerous MRI's, PT, chiropractic, acupuncture, TENS therapy, massage therapy, facet injections, epidural injections, Nerve study, Discogram, confirms pain in L4/5, IDET, decompression, Bi-lateral neurotomy L3/4/5, denied by insurance twice, in Active L clinical trial, had surgery March 17, 2009 in Miami, FL- received Active L disc at 29 years old. Pain and medication free as of October 2010!Mommy to Emma- 8 years, Ava- 6 years & had baby Eli after ADR, via c-section on March 25, 2011 , completely pain free still!
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  4. 07-17-2009, 02:08 PM #34
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    I hope Mrs. Black and the rooster return / feel better. Keep us posted.

    Justin Averna
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    • 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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  5. 07-17-2009, 05:25 PM #35
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    Our priest actually does barn blessings! Although I haven't asked him to do ours yet. If things don't stop going downhill, maybe that would be a good plan

    The congregation had a service at a new dairy barn back in April, full of Jersey cows. It was pretty chilly, but very peaceful with all the cows chewing behind the seats
    Severe compression of spinal cord, flaval ligament, etc. at C4/5 & 5/6.
    Herniation and compression, at L3/4 to L5/S1 plus spondylosis at the latter level. Severe allergy to most metals.
    Three level surgery in Brazil with Dr. Luiz Pimenta on March 17/2010 using non-metal appliances. L5/S1-PEEK cage, ALIF; L4/5-PEEK cage, XLIF; C5/6-NuVasive NeoDisc. Three separate approaches, two minimally invasive. Currently minor residual back pain, from SI ligament and still overdoing things . Therapy and chiropractic treatments helping immensely. Gone from being almost bedridden to near normal activities including gardening. Life is gooooood!
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  6. 07-17-2009, 11:24 PM #36
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    Katie, a barn blessing? That is AWESOME!!
    • January 2000 MVA passenger, used jaws of life to retrieve me, neck injury and months of PT
    • June 2001 Bicycle accident, 2 compression fractures at T12/L1, Vertebroplasty Sept. 2001
    • April 2006 right hip, labral tear and repair
    • April 2007 3 level ProDisc @ L3/4, L4/5 & L5/6✷ ✷Lumbosacral transitional vertebra; Dr. Rudolph Bertagnoli
    • July 2, 2008 ALIF & Laminectomy @ L6/S1
    • July 30, 2008 re-opened 28 days later to remove bone cement that had leaked onto S1 nerve root
    • August 2008 Pulmonary embolism, double pneumonia, collapsed left lung, re-hospitalized 1 week
    • March 10, 2009 Right SI Joint Fusion
    • April 27, 2010 2nd right hip arthroscopy to remove adhesions and release psoas muscle
    • September 30, 2010 lumbar facet rhizotomy
    • December 9, 2010 12 bilateral lumbar trigger point and steroid injections
    • December 23, 2010 12 more bilateral trigger point injections w/o steroid
    • February 15, 2011 ESI bilaterally in lower lumbar...relief only for few days. Considering 1 more.
    Did Spinal Cord Stimulator trial from 5/11/11-5/17/11 with excellent results; Spinal Cord Stimulator surgery is Monday,
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