Life After Lumbar Fixation and Fusion (Level I & II, TLIF)

[@jyeshtanaresh6224]

I went through spinal fusion l5 s1(open screws titanium rods used in the surgery ) in the year 2022 oct 13 ,i started doing exercises from 5th month onwards pushups,squats, walking plank other exercises also to strengthen my spine . From 6th month onwards i started riding bike also .now one year completed 30 push ups,30 squats 5 min plank ,kegel exercises helps me so much in strengthening my spine .even carrying 30 kg weights also , comfortably doing agricultural activities also for iam very much interested in coconut trees cultivation.above all iam able to do my job as fireman in fire department.but some times i feel there is little pain or feeling strain ,some weakness there at surgery spot .may be it is common for every one who go through spinal fusion .i never thought that i would be this much successful.only exercises and diet especially milk, eggs, mutton dry fruits,fruits helped me a lot for recovering quickly.thanks to almighty god jesus who helped me recovered well and thanks to my surgeon LV RAMBABU(angel sent from above)from senteny hospital ,vijayawada, Andra Pradesh, India.

[@tlau_rinnunga]

It's pleasure to hear your successful bro. I also l5 s1 lumber problem.l5 s1 disc is collapsed and I must need a surgery from dr. Suggestions. But im having a little scare😁 Bro have they removed your titanium screw? Or forever ?

[@Stockbazzaar]

What was it cost?

[@JennMartinello]

​@@tlau_rinnungaI'm the same! Complete loss of vertebral disc space with vacuum phenomenon and sclerotic changes. L5-S1 Did you go for it yet?

[@ThemrTr3n]

I just had mine done, my L5 collapsed on my S1 with no disc left. They leave the screws and rods in there for life. It was immediate relief of nerve pain and instability. It’s a serious surgery I’m 27 y/o and it was about 3-5 days of a lot of pain from surgery. I’m 2 weeks into recovery and have little to no pain anymore. If you do have this done make sure you have help you will need it for the first week or so. I hope you the best.

[@lobstermania4025]

​. Excellent! Nice to hear you are better after the surgery. Most just complain. Im facing 4-5 fusion and 3 lamonectomy to remove a cyst inside my canal then bridged from 345. This time I'm going to gave the surgery as I backed out many times before. Wishing you a complete recovery young man!

[@desgoulding7154]

I to had L 4/5 S1 A T Lift inter-body fusion poetical screws together with rods. At 72 I didn’t want to have this operation as was in law enforcement when young had motor bike accident had leminectomy to free nerves Some 1 year ago had very bad fall movement on Esclator fell had on backside hitting my neck also. In the end I couldn’t walk what so ever. Found a young Indian Nurosugeon Dr Shiva at From Liverpool Hospital Sydney I prayed and prayed to Mother Mary Dr Shiva did an excellent operation now walking got fusion on 17th Oct 2024 excellent specialist glad I had it now God will I will continue to be alright

[@stitch2499]

My back surgery was the biggest mistake of my life.. please think twice and do your homework.. you find out who your true friends family are...Thank God for my Dog...God bless.. Stitch

[@sudhakaransrinivasan3656]

Any specific reason for saying this ?

[@ginajonson8796]

I’m sorry to hear this , can I also ask why? I have a family member booked in for this

[@johnmitchell8925]

I had my neck fused also🤣🤥🥵😵😭

[@stitch2499]

@@johnmitchell8925 hello sir. How did your surgery go. Hope it went good...Take care...

[@yolandabenford3539]

I’ve been there and have to go back under the knife 😢😢😢

[@michaelmiddleton1461]

I had TLIF surgery L4 & L5 in Bangkok Thailand and that was easier than the root canals I had done. No pain at all.

[@daney4617]

Which hospital in Bangkok?

[@daney4617]

I live in Thailand and looking for a good hospital to do my upcoming TLIF

[@TonyG-iu4td]

A good instructive video. Thank you

[@michaelcollins788]

About to have procedure soon. Thanks for information ❤️🙏

[@mudgy6485]

I just had my Tlif surgery July 13th. The procedure went well. After the surgery, my nerves felt like I was on fire. Nobody can touch my lower back, butt cheeks, and thighs. Omg the pain was really intense and unbearable. It hurt to lay in the bed and to have covers touch me. The only relief I had was to walk slowly in my Birthday suit lol. I am currently in pain management. It is really helping. My nerves are really mad and upset with me. I go to pt twice a week and will be getting in the pool as well

[@lakhvinderbrar3477]

On which verebrae tlif done and what about now

[@ginajonson8796]

How is the pain now? Thanks for sharing … where did you get your procedure done ?

[@JennMartinello]

Did you develop CRPS type II? Sounds like it, you may need some testing and a lawyer. How are you?

[@lobstermania4025]

Day 13 post op, 345 fused with cyst and bone spurs removed. I am off all pain meds, ealkong 2 miles a day. Gettinh better each day

[@CarolyneMukopi]

thanks doc. for sharing Can someone live beyond 35 yrs after such sugery?

[@cliftonjarvis8010]

I wish years ago I had quit the pain medication and just worked I think I would have been better off

[@sujitsadanandan4900]

It's my seventh week after i did my spinal fusion syrgery. Had lost strength on my left leg due to nerve damage before the surgery. Doing physiotherapy since six weeks and there is good improvement. Let's hope it all gets back to normal before I rejoing my work.

[@najihamusthafa726]

Which nerve was damage do to yo? How was now?all cure?..my left leg nerve is damaged before surgery

[@sujitsadanandan4900]

@najihamusthafa726 the nerve for my hip lower tigh were affected but if you do good physiotherapy you can surely recover just give it time and self belief

[@raymonddonahue1942]

I'm elated that this has been posted. Let people realize what their in for. It's not a box of chocolates

[@drdipakhdal6034]

Excellent 👌 Explanation. Dhanywad

[@rajgangadin6831]

Thank You for the very well-explained video. What's your opinion about flying at what stage will it be okay to fly. Sometimes the landing could be harsh.

[@davebrooks3161]

Sorry you had problems, mine turned out well I am 12 weeks post op 2 level fusion my problem is my muscles are still weak in my right leg.

[@jwg19444]

Thanks for this info.

[@gone3629]

I have internal fixation spinal stenosis and broke my back February 2021 fusion from L-2 to S-1 and im still in pain every day and no sure how long I can take it tired of the pain

[@JennMartinello]

😢🙏✨️❤ Are you doing ok? I know your pain well...

[@teresacore3882]

Me to every day when I try to push threw it the pain is worse I mean bad worse and now I have jaw and teeth clenching it’s pretty bad I don’t know what to do

[@jimrusch22]

I was recommended spinal fusion for L1-S5 due to bone on bone. The pain is bearable but getting worse, so I was advised not to rush to surgery. How long should I wait? Seeing a pain management doc and undergoing PT now.

[@lobstermania4025]

Did you have the surgery?

[@jimrusch22]

@@lobstermania4025 No, no surgery. I’m not feeling too bad. I think the key is to keep moving and remain active.

[@lobstermania4025]

@@jimrusch22 that's awesome! I just returned from a 3 mile walk and hour of yard work. I deal with the pain, I'm used to it. I'm taking the advice of a trusted nerosugion and getting 345 fused, lamonectomy and cyst removed Oct 8tj. He said I should do it this month but my wife have a vacation planned in Sept. I'm 61. Have a great 4th weekend!

[@adnanfaisal5524]

Hi there The possible side-effects that you indicate, does that happen instantly after the surgery or it may occur even after longer period ? My wife's got lumbar fusion Almost 4 weeks ago and she still complains of pain sometimes unbearable, could it be the wound pain amd will go away in time?

[@nalininalini1765]

Hi I'm also experience severe pain after 5 weeks... Now 5 months completed... Now I'm ok ... I'm doing physio... Don't lose hope....self confidence take a vital role in recovery...

[@1xMTx1]

​@@nalininalini1765hello , how.are u now ? Is it less pain and more pain free thn before surgery?

[@nomudnolotusnodragonnogold]

I've read comments from many ppl, that it takes months. Like up to a year, months.😭😬

[@denachapman2323]

Iam looking to having t4 pelvis psf sugery

[@rajmatailoring]

Pls Help me

[@beverlypearson5332]

That “music” is awful, and very distracting! Otherwise, good general instructions.

[@CindyDingus-k4d]

Me 2 😢

[@mdsitare7342]

Hi

[@ragadawad6158]

Can people whos done lumbar fusion play sports like football and basketball after healed?

[@jackdaniel-id2uw]

I highly suggest taking on easier workouts and activities afterward. I was a paratrooper in the US Army, and I fractured my lower back in 1997. I had no other option other than spinal fusion. I thought I can do all the things I was able to do a year after my surgery. Fast forward to 2023, I am in so much pain 24x7 below and above my spinal fusion. Avoid spinal fusion unless is necessary and tailor your exercises accordingly to avoid the long-term impact. Think 10 to 30 years from now.

[@yen-8680]

@@jackdaniel-id2uw hi , thanks for sharing your experience, im so sorry that you are in such pain… Can i ask if whether the pain you are experiencing now was due to the rigorous activities just after the first year? In your personal opinion, do you think taking it slow after recovery is better for spinal fusion patients?

[@johnmitchell8925]

I'm 7 years post lower back and neck.🥶 I feel your pain

[@jeffgislason2496]

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[@dr.haroldweinstein5157]

5 weeks with no sex?! I was boning my wife the week after

[@JennMartinello]

I bet you don't weigh 350 to 400lbs either.

[@virenpanchal4224]

Hi

[@mdsitare7342]

How's your condition after spine fixation surgery.. Tell me sir