Thread: Off to the doctor

We're hoping for the best too, Bikerboy!

Some not so good results yesterday. Finishing off the 600RR and putting her up for sale as it looks now. I have to go in and have 3 vertibra fused as my discs have deteriorated beyond help. They have to remove scar tissue from when I had cortisone injections, and shave off bone spurs from some members of my spine. They are causing nerves to get pinched and severely irritated, and they said if they don't go in and fix it I could have permanent nerve damage. I will be getting a copy of the results after my consult with the surgeon, and I will be able to be a bit more exact. I have a horrible memory when it comes to naming the vertibra and exactly where everything is at. All I know is the surgery will be on the upper portion of my neck and back. I have not yet slept, so I'm going to get a few hours and pop back on.

Originally Posted by Bikerboy1974

Some not so good results yesterday. Finishing off the 600RR and putting her up for sale as it looks now. I have to go in and have 3 vertibra fused as my discs have deteriorated beyond help. They have to remove scar tissue from when I had cortisone injections, and shave off bone spurs from some members of my spine. They are causing nerves to get pinched and severely irritated, and they said if they don't go in and fix it I could have permanent nerve damage. I will be getting a copy of the results after my consult with the surgeon, and I will be able to be a bit more exact. I have a horrible memory when it comes to naming the vertibra and exactly where everything is at. All I know is the surgery will be on the upper portion of my neck and back. I have not yet slept, so I'm going to get a few hours and pop back on.

Sorry to hear bikerboy....keep the faith... I'll pray for you

Bummer dude.

Originally Posted by Mojave954

WOW and at 32. We will be here pullin for ya.

Yeah, I got the whole "you need to take better care of yourself and make better choices" speech. Thinking it stemmed of my last crash at the track a few years ago, and I just let it go. All I could ask him is "does that put me out for one or two seasons?".

Thank you all for your concern. I will keep you informed as I get more info as well. I'm getting nervous already, I don't like anyone going that close to my spinal cord, it's something I've been trying to avoid for a few years now. Nothing else worked.

Best of luck with the treatment, Bikerboy 1974, though sorry to hear it's needed .

Originally Posted by Mojave954

At least you are gettin r done. Plenty of people out there that would "just live with it". Life is hard enough without being in pain. You should be back in no time.

It it were me I would hold onto the bike unless there are other reasons to let it go at this time. Might even give you a little motivation.

Another good way to look at it, thanks Mojave! I'm debating, but I think I may keep it, invest the time and money in it, and run it when I'm ready. I'm selling my 76 chev truck and my Impala, so I'll have the $$ to make it through the off time, and the new job I'm starting said that I will have my position when I get back as well. They are very understanding and want to see it done. Been on the phone all morning, and all is getting worked out. I see the surgeon Tuesday, and surgery will probably be sometime mid January. Dates TBA.

Really sorry to hear this. Have you met with the surgeon yet? His prognosis may not coincide with your primary doctors so you may hear a different tune.

I'm going to see the nuerosurgeon today after finding that L1 through L5 are complete toast and L3 has "pierced the sheath". Can't wait to hear his recommendations . . .

Originally Posted by abtech

Really sorry to hear this. Have you met with the surgeon yet? His prognosis may not coincide with your primary doctors so you may hear a different tune.

I'm going to see the nuerosurgeon today after finding that L1 through L5 are complete toast and L3 has "pierced the sheath". Can't wait to hear his recommendations . . .

Ouch! I don't care for anything that has to do with the spine, it's way too fragile! I am hoping that the surgeon has better news. We tried cortizone shots before, but they actually made MY condition worse. I was in such pain that it was unbearable. Now that scar tissue is affecting as well. I'm hoping there are other options, that will be the surgeon's decision. I'm going to lunch with a friend of mine who is friends with my future surgeon, so I'll find out what kind of advice he has or what he knows as well. Scary to say that my friend is a surgeon and also works in cancer research, but I met him because I manage the local band that he plays guitar in! They play stuff from Black Label Society and music of the like. Amazing the hobbies the surgeons have these days!

+1 on the second opinion, Bikerboy. My mom had that surgery to clean out bone growth into the spinal column, and other than delay due to her osteoporosis, she healed well. I expect you to do better.

You're only 32...way too young to be laid up. Get it fixed now so you can start doing the things you enjoy again. Best of luck.

Bummer, sorry to hear, hope it all works out well. Ab, you too, ouch. You guys are in my prayers.

Thanks. I'm walking out the door to see the doc . . .

There's a doc outside your door?

They can hear really well with those things round their necks applied to doors!

Good luck to both of you!!!

What I've found so far is this article, but they are still working on the top half of the spine, so we'll have to see. It looks like a great alternative though.

Spinal disc replacement with the CHARITÉ Artificial Disc

Originally Posted by tigerblade

I was back to work in about 2 months.

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SWEET!!! How do I score this deal?!?!

Kidding! Kidding. I wouldn't wish that on anyone.

HD

Well the good news is that as long as I can stand the pain, they won't operate. The bad news is that one or more of several pelvic concussions (their phrase, not mine) has S shaped the entire L stack and L3 is actually into the spinal cord right where it terminates and becomes the nerve header for the lower body.

They were reasonably impressed that I walked in under my own power.

Lot of decisions to make in the next 2 weeks . . .

Originally Posted by abtech

Well the good news is that as long as I can stand the pain, they won't operate. The bad news is that one or more of several pelvic concussions (their phrase, not mine) has S shaped the entire L stack and L3 is actually into the spinal cord right where it terminates and becomes the nerve header for the lower body.

They were reasonably impressed that I walked in under my own power.

Lot of decisions to make in the next 2 weeks . . .

Bummer, but I suppose it could be worse. Good luck with your decision and make sure you're fit for Grattan!

Originally Posted by abtech

Well the good news is that as long as I can stand the pain, they won't operate. The bad news is that one or more of several pelvic concussions (their phrase, not mine) has S shaped the entire L stack and L3 is actually into the spinal cord right where it terminates and becomes the nerve header for the lower body.

They were reasonably impressed that I walked in under my own power.

Lot of decisions to make in the next 2 weeks . . .

Damn man, that's not good to hear. Do whatever the doctor tells you...we need you well!