Spine Update

[Gilbert P]

Hi All

I just returned from another consult with Dr Robert Hollis from Casper Wyoming. He was very honest and to the point no Bull%^$# I like that.
His recommendation after we get a new set of MRI and X Rays would be to Fuse L2-L3, L3-L4, L4-L5, L5-S1 ans something new also fuse my SI joint
When I asked if I could ever be pain free his reply was likely not
He also commented that my spine would continue to desenegerate and need more surgery in the coming years

This is very discouraging news

I am scheduled to see Dr Pettine in Loveland Colorado on April 14 I hope it goes better their.

My best to all who suffer and search for the answer " never give up"

Gil

[Cindylou]

Hi All

I just returned from another consult with Dr Robert Hollis from Casper Wyoming. He was very honest and to the point no Bull%^$# I like that.
His recommendation after we get a new set of MRI and X Rays would be to Fuse L2-L3, L3-L4, L4-L5, L5-S1 ans something new also fuse my SI joint
When I asked if I could ever be pain free his reply was likely not
He also commented that my spine would continue to desenegerate and need more surgery in the coming years

This is very discouraging news

I am scheduled to see Dr Pettine in Loveland Colorado on April 14 I hope it goes better their.

My best to all who suffer and search for the answer " never give up"

Gil

That is a tough bit of news to swallow, Gil. I'm very sorry to hear that. I hope things look up for you at your next consult in the next few weeks. You have been such a patient dude, all the while trying to find the best outcome for your spine. I admire you to pieces. You never do give up. Keep pressing forward and I hope and pray things turn your way soon, my friend. God bless, CL

[Justin]

Hey Gil,

Sorry about the news. It does sound like your back is continuing to deteriorate while you have been working the spine surgeon consult service.

After Dr. Pettine's appointment, do you intend on moving forward with one of the surgical recommendations you have received?

Good luck, my friend. Hang in there...we are here for you.

[bigdogchief76]

Sorry about the news Gil.

Hang in there.

MB

[ajj1001]

aww hun, so sorry that you are facing such a huge decision. hope you get a way forward soon. x

[dalhousie]

Hi Gil,

Sorry it wasn't better news at your last consult but hope your next appointment is more positive.

Keep on keeping on.

[Gilbert P]

Well Well Well

I had my tenth MRI yesterday and fell a sleep during all that thumping?? Go Figure

Apparently my L2-L3 is heriniated L3-l4 buldge, L4-L5 herinated, L5-S1 no disc and scar tissue, there is more but this is the basic condition.

Gil

[Cindylou]

Well Well Well

I had my tenth MRI yesterday and fell a sleep during all that thumping?? Go Figure

Apparently my L2-L3 is heriniated L3-l4 buldge, L4-L5 herinated, L5-S1 no disc and scar tissue, there is more but this is the basic condition.

Gil

I have actually fallen asleep during an MRI as well! haha The only problem with that is sometimes during sleep the body jerks or twitches, which mine did, of course. So they had to re-do a few sections of the MRI and scolded me to "stay awake!" haha Are you getting closer to moving forward with recommended surgery Gil? Hang in there, Cindylou

[Gilbert P]

Hi All

I am moving forward to have surgery Hoping Dr Pettine has a great solution for me.

I am getting prices from the UK, Germany and U.S. to see who will pay W.C. will cover fusion not ADR, My other insurance may cover ADR Jumping through all the hoops.

Looking at re fininacing our house ETC

Gil

[ajj1001]

guess you will be having a mix anyway as your l5/s1 sounds beyond ADR. hope you get a solution soon, sorry it might have to cost you so much though.