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NuVasive eXtreme Lateral Total Disc Replacement (4/20/10, L4-L5)

This is a discussion on NuVasive eXtreme Lateral Total Disc Replacement (4/20/10, L4-L5) within the Surgical Outcomes forums, part of the Spine Surgery Forums category; Originally Posted by dancen1 It has now been 7 weeks since my surgery and I am doing wonderful , better ...

  1. 06-07-2010, 11:59 PM #11
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    Quote Originally Posted by dancen1 View Post
    It has now been 7 weeks since my surgery and I am doing wonderful, better then I expected. I have back pain at all. I am still dealing with slight hip numbness, knee pain and a sluggish bowel but other than that it is nothing like the pain of a ruptured disc! When asked by the doctor if I was glad I had it done I was and would do it again. The Central Texas Spine Institute team is excellent, especially Amy who is such an encouragement. If you are thinking about the XLTDR I would say to you to do it. :thumpup:
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    That is such incredible news.....I know I kind of blew it up with the emoticons but YOU DESERVE IT!!! Reading this post just made my night. I just read a really depressing thread about JK dealing with 8 weeks of hell after surgery and hearing you have made it to the other side has made my day. So so glad you made it. Just remember that you are still recovering and even though you may not hurt or feel bad to still try and take it easy....easier said than done. Congratulations again and best of luck to you......Man I'm so happy I got to read your post before bed. I need one of those everynight!
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    Default Re: Having a XLTDR in Austin Texas April 20

    Yea! Glad you are doing well! Keep us updated as it's hard not really knowing what to expect especially being in a clinical trial. I had mine 1/28/09 and I have good and bad days still. Just walked about a mile this morning since I've gotten a bit lazy
    Gotta keep moving though! Take care!

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    Default Re: Having a XLTDR in Austin Texas April 20

    Quote Originally Posted by dancen1 View Post
    It has now been 7 weeks since my surgery and I am doing wonderful, better then I expected. I have back pain at all. I am still dealing with slight hip numbness, knee pain and a sluggish bowel but other than that it is nothing like the pain of a ruptured disc! When asked by the doctor if I was glad I had it done I was and would do it again. The Central Texas Spine Institute team is excellent, especially Amy who is such an encouragement. If you are thinking about the XLTDR I would say to you to do it. :thumpup:
    Dancen1,

    Thanks for the update! I moved your thread to the Surgical Outcomes Forum since you are now on the other side!

    I've heard great things about the Central Texas Spine Institute. I'm so glad that you are feeling well! Congratulations!


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