WILL I NEED SURGERY?!

[@blank157]

I learned I have degenerative discs in my late 20’s. I have 2 discs that are completely dead and shriveled on an MRI. I tried physical therapy for a while, but the only thing that helped was training at the gym. I hired a trainer to help me get my core strong enough to support my back because my discs were going to continue to degenerate. I’m 43 and haven’t had any issues since I decided to get “strong” enough to support my back with my muscles instead of my discs. Also, walking helps the pain even if it sounds counterintuitive. Being motionless and laying down is the worst you can do. Stay as active as possible even if it’s just a walk.

[@tx4horses28]

Ty for this I too have degenerative back disease. As I was told its called. And I was wondering if there was any way to help stop the pain, or atleast strengthen the muscles to support it. Your info has greatly helped ty.

[@debraphillips8399]

I also have degenerative disc disease. I was in my early 40s. I’m 46 now. My daddy also has it. I’ve had back problems since I was a teenager. I visited a chiropractor since high school.

[@jenniferolton1230]

Melinda, keep on smiling and keep your faith. You can't have testimonials without tests. We love you. 🙏

[@careentopper9122]

You're gonna get thru this because you are such a positive, strong and beautiful lady!! You and Crystals resemblance is amazing!!!Take is easy girl and let your family look after you!! Sending loads of hugs from Joburg South Africa 🇿🇦

[@daleenbarnard2225]

Also following from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@sandrairene2136]

Mom looks great soaked and you’re beautiful may God protect you sending healing prayers 🙏💕

[@pamelaguzman7516]

Things will get worse before they get better. You are a strong woman with a great soport behind you. You will get through this . Stay strong, stay positive. Never loose faith and hope. You are loved by everyone around you. Prayers are being sent your way. 😇❤️🙏🏼

[@ashleighcalmestascier2160]

So sorry your hair looks so good. Prayers. I agree with your Mom you need a break.

[@SamanthaMai]

Nice to see the fun at the house. Sorry you’re going through so many bad things! The sun will shine for you soon.

[@manveengill5150]

Good luck melinda praying everything goes well

[@judithsimolke678]

I had 5 cervical (C3-T2) fusions when in my 20's. I am now 75 years old with no adverse effects after all these decades. My prayers are with you Melinda as you begin your healing process. Much love to you.

[@sarahgallaher3742]

I am getting ready to have hip surgery. Praying for you all. Love your channel

[@trudyreisz5778]

Wish you a complete recovery. You have a great family

[@goodcookandherguineapigand5122]

So cute. Hope you feel better. God bless.

[@jameswilborn7951]

Hang in there everything going to be okay praying for you

[@tiggerhaines4307]

Looks like a lot of fun. Poor you. I hope everything goes well with your back.

[@traciek3946]

I'm so sorry about your back Glad mum is there to help What a great party Love you guys HERVEY BAY QUEENSLAND AUSTRALIA

[@karolmiller6984]

Melinda I understand what you are going through. I have had my spine glued together and now I have to have a MRI under sedation because I can't lay flat. Prayers for you and Scarlett. You have a good support system with your family. Have a good day.

[@justMe-fp8pg]

Melinda, you truly have the best parents in the world 🌎

[@cinramirez8627]

How fun! I’m so glad that you are blessed with this great BIG family! 🫶🏼

[@alyssakostiew5072]

I hope everything works out with your spine! It was so fun watching your family!😊

[@anitascolack3639]

Oh dear! Well I hope everything works out really good for you! I have problems with my neck... pain... Just be safe!! It looks like everyone had a great time! 😁

[@marciadarby3]

Pinched nerve and muscle spasms in my right scapula. Extremely painful and this is my second time to have to endure this. Thankfully my children are grown and my granddaughter is 12 years old-so no need for picking up. I pray you get relief sooner rather than later.

[@kimdekenipp8671]

Praying for you that you will get better soon.

[@evelynfoster2706]

The bedroom you are in is beautiful .it has been done to me. It does help but is is a short term fix. Ii had to have a disc removed , they put a titanium plate in. That was back in 2005 . it did help me really well. Now, I learned I also have aging bone disease. When I fall I break something because my bones are so frail. Prayers for you sweet lady 💕💕💕🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@keithbuck5022]

Good luck Melinda I hope everything going to be OK with you xx

[@reneemerrett8087]

I know how you are feeling, I have had 3 spinal surgeries over the past 3 years and it’s so hard especially with little kids my youngest just turned 4 when this all started!!! I hope the injection works for you and you get some relief !! Preying for you xx

[@allyirbaby5271]

Good luck Melinda. You will do fine. I had back surgery, and it help me so much. Just do what your doctors tell you. Keep strong.🙏❤️

[@laurispolski4745]

@Brenda savage shadley some of my family members and friends have had back surgery and they are way better after surgery. I also have to have back surgery

[@misstybigred1]

I've got 3 herniated disc, fibromyalgia and trigeminal neuralgia(face nerve pain) so pain is in my day life. Best thing I say helped with the back was the decompression machine. Pain meds does not work. Cbd oil can help but honestly I don't think anything can take the pain away or only just a little bit. The injection are epidural basically. So yea be positive and keep your mind and body busy and you can pretty much not feel the pain at much. Meditate and yoga and physical therapy and there are rollers that can possibly help. For me nothing seems to work except distraction and my pain meds. For me I can't lay, sit in one position without having to switching it up and then standing forget it 5 or less minutes my pain is not bareable I just either walk in place or lean on something and if I can sit I will. Good luck Melinda much love ❤️

[@joycemitchell2092]

So sorry to hear about your back. But glad that you have the great support of your family. Also, I love the braids in your hair! ❤️

[@jodylee8821]

I'm sorry Melinda that is really hard to go through. I struggle with Bulging disc in my back , one of my Vertebrae is Dissolving so it's quite painful. I have to take nerve medicine to and start physical therapy. If it doesn't work surgery is the last option. Praying you feel better

[@kattw9238]

I’m in my 20s too and I have 2 herniated discs .. it’s the worse .. cant do much things , hope you recover too !! I’ll have some therapy first since is not that bad , but still I understand. We can do this !!

[@amybundrick5015]

Praying that everything goes well

[@ednanelson1897]

Sorry you are having back problems. I know how you feel. They couldn’t do anything for me but I am so glad they are trying a procedure on you. I hope you feel better soon.

[@lauraorrick3038]

Praying for you sweet Melinda💙💙

[@goatruissannazaryanartistb2083]

hope you feel better Melinda gets injections don't hurt so much Melinda hope you feel better soon with your spine crystal you are the best

[@jenniferluzier7091]

I’m sorry to hear about your back issues .. I sure hope the shots help you . Back problems sure are not fun , I have degenerative disk disease,and spinal stenosis I have my good days and bad days .. Love watching your videos.. Love you

[@ajwylie83]

I am so sorry you are having to deal with back pain. That is never fun. I hope you have a quick healing process.

[@joangleason8362]

I'll be praying for you Melinda and you have one great family to help you out like that 😀😃🙂🙃😊

[@fawnjenkins7266]

I hope and pray the best for you and your back. Only do what you feel comfortably doing. I got a slipped disc when I was 32. My chiropractor told me that was normal in the 30's (not sure how old you are exactly, most likely younger than I was.) Sorry you have to have something with your back right now. God bless you!

[@fawnjenkins7266]

My chiropractor also taught me some back strengthening exercises to do. See what your doctor says. Strengthening your core will help keep your back from getting worse. (Also, I was able to have my last baby after that and my back seemed stronger during pregnancy, believe it or not! )

[@Paula_KentuckyRed]

Conscious sedation, I’ve had spinal injections in 3 areas about 2 times a year in each area, for years. It helps temporarily.

[@kathypoindexter4153]

Hey Melinda, I hate to hear your having back problems I have curvative of the spine I had some disc rubbing together and I had to have the nerve blocked in my spine infused it's a common thing it's not bad at all your not put to sleep it was done in office in the treatment room I had to have physical therapy for 6 week's but the therapy didn't help me it only aggravated the pain a nerve block is what I had done I just wanted to share this with you since you're going through something like I went through I wish you the best and I will be praying for you Melinda!! take care of yourself there's only one of you! 🙏 watching from Tennessee 🤠

[@michelehumann811]

Hey Melinda .... I don't know if you have done this yet but I had it done on July 15, 2022 - I had 2 shots into the spine btw L3 & L4 and it did help. Now I'm getting the Right SI injection next week so hopefully I will be pain free for the 1st time in about 15 yrs. I wish you the best and pray this works for you

[@98katie420]

I will pray everything will go well for you! I had back surgery on my 13 years ago i had to have a medal rod ans pins put in back (total different from what you going through). I recently had another surgery few weeks ago to removed a mass in my back and having another surgery this coming Wednesday to remove more of the scar tissue. Cuz the mass was cancerous. All i gotta say if you do need surgery. Its not scary at all. Especially when you have a great support system which it looks like you have. Im sure everything will work out for you once everything is fix and you will feel 1000x better than you have better! I will be sending prayers to you!

[@sonyah6699]

All the best with your back Melinda, hope you find a solution to get some relief soon x

[@KatysRebornNursery]

Prayers hope all goes well and works out for you. I’ve had injections before and when I was 26 I had my first fusion surgery after few yrs of injections of temporary help.

[@TinasheMachimbidza]

Will be praying for you Melinda

[@lizregan1949]

My sister has had that issue for years as she got older hate to say this it got worse. What they put you under with is twilight I have had that several times. Chrystal your family has really enjoyed that house with the pool. I love how much fun you have.

[@Rxcki_Introvert]

Much love ❤

[@tracymathews1839]

I love your family and your vlogs hope you don't have to have surgery Melinda i have a badging disc & a cyst in my lower back & I get injections & they put me a sleep

[@susansgalaxy2219]

Sending love and prayers your way 🙏 ❤

[@Bindi111]

I’m sorry to hear you’re having pain in your spine. I have degenerative discs and know how painful it can be. 💖

[@tracicrawford4894]

Prayers for you Melinda

[@marlenelehano4996]

Melinda, I am so sorry u are having problems with ur back. I,myself, have been having so many problems with my back from wen I got ran over wen I was 5 years old. The person who ran me over was a very wealthy man n yet all I got for him crushing my lower back n my left leg was a medical bill paid by him for $25 n a walking doll. Today I’m 54 ( gonna be 55 in October ) n I still suffer with L4 n L5 lumber back problems. I just wish u the best of luck with ur back situation n please make sure u get a second opinion before u let anyone touch ur back. Blessings to u n to all... Love n Aloha from one of ur biggest fans in Hawaii 🌈💜

[@jessicamurdock638]

So sorry your having the problems with your back. I have watched family members suffer with back issues and I think that it’s great that you have so many siblings and your mom and dad their to be able to help you out.

[@reneelawson7811]

I hope you feel better soon. God bless !

[@Butterflykisses3]

I have a bulged disc in the lumbar area, the bulged disc puts pressure on my sciatic nerve. I've had an epidural, it didn't work, I've had the nerve block, that worked for a week, and I'm on a lot of meds. Next is either an ablation or implant to stop the nerve pain. Good luck Melinda.

[@traceytimmis7163]

I suffer with scoliosis and just had a double back fusion and discetamy and I'm struggling with my recovery at the moment just a rough ride to be honest 😕 I hope you don't have to go through it thinking of you big hugs 💖

[@VegasLady81]

You know, if Crystal had brown eyes like you, you guys could totally pass for mother and daughter. In fact, when you hugged her and you both smiled, you both looked a lot alike so, you know. You are related in my opinion. You DO resemble Crystal a lot, ironically even though she didn't birth you.

[@brianrusnak4425]

good luck chickie im prayn for ya

[@nonondriessen]

So sorry this is happening to you. It would maybe good to ask for a second opinion before having a treatment. But the fact, that you can be helped with injections and just need local sedation, indicates that it is not a very serious problem yet. Please, ask to be fixed, not only relieved from the pain. Good thing you and Scarlett can stay at you parents' house. Thank you for sharing this, as well as the family fun in the water war! Take good care, much love 🥰

[@robbierichard1616]

I have had spinal surgery herniated 2 disk in by back. My doctor did mine all by s scope I have a flexible rod in my back. I have had the shots in my back. They put you under then seems like a minute later you are in recovery. Takes about 15 mins maybe for them to set you up put you under and do what they need to. Prayers for you and take it easy let mom pamper you and deal with your beautiful little girl.

[@carriekay4827]

I get Facet Injections x 4...they give me so much relief. I used to get them once a year. Now its twice a year. Praying your surgery gives u relief!

[@rebeccawhite9682]

Back problems are the worst. My L3,4,5 are a mess with disc in-between getting thinner. Have a bone spur on L4. My chiropractor is doing what we can to hold off on surgery but eventually I will have to have it.

[@janicejeffcoat4017]

I have cortisone injections in my spine every couple of months. I hope that it helps give you some relief. Try to rest as much as you can for the first 24 hours.

[@jennifermassie7227]

The word you were looking g for hun was sedation. I was sedated for a spinal tap and it was glorious!! Lol pray you feel better soon!!❤🇨🇦❤🇨🇦❤

[@ryanm7249]

I am praying for you.

[@annpage840]

I have degenerative disease. Brittle bones. Disc bulge. Nothing can do for me...... Hope it work for u. I know what ur going threw. Prayer it work. I had those shot and didn't work. But people are different. I was 36. When it all started.... Many many Prayers...

[@annastaples771]

GOOD LUCK MELINDA, I CAN SAY I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL, I LIVE WITH BACK PAIN EVERY DAY

[@kathykinder3137]

I hope you feel better soon Melinda

[@elspethlaity1890]

I think the word you want is Sedation.I'm sorry you're having such a hard time with your back,and I hope it will soon feel much better.x

[@sharonx6641]

I have back problems and I also have thinning of the spinal discs so I know ur pain, mine was due to having epidurals during labour with my oldest child and my back has never gotten better, you have family who care n love you which is more than me so take the help all you can xx

[@tanyasegerstrom1886]

Feel better soon Melinda I know how you feel I have back problems also and go to a chiropractor every other week

[@ginacrothers9135]

Im sorry Melinda. So much stress lately but it wilk work out. Xxx

[@mjperkolator8854]

Looks like fun but that slide needs a longer landing pad/pool. 😁

[@girlbessey1]

I have arthritis wrapped around my spine There are days I can move and there are days I can barely move bending over is the worse , I just got an epidural shot into my lower spine it helped a lot and it is recommended ever 3 months, The cushion between my L5 hardly has any cushion.

[@jasonlim7878]

Hope you get better soon Melinda

[@---BAM---]

I have to get spine surgery soon but I've already had brain surgery so I think I can make it through this too. Try to avoid it if you can and try other routes first. My spine is crushing my heart and left lung or I wouldn't try to avoid it. I hope you get relief.

[@pagerakestraw2745]

Looked like so much fun 🤩

[@barbaraunderwood1762]

Sedation is about the same. U still get put under. Hate u have to go through that. One of my aunts had a slipped disc & she had multiple bones to put back there & had to wear a neck brace for the rest of her life She wrapped scarfs around it to make it pretty. So many surgeries. It’s good u gave your parents there to help. Good luck

[@awesomegrandma8977]

Hey Melinda everything is going to be fine I know spinal is kind of bad you should check a good chiropractor to see if they can help you. Good luck and remember God is good and he’s going to bless you🙏🏼.

[@junethompson3291]

Prayers for you

[@Christina_Sanchez1316Vlogs]

So I have back problems specifically degenerative disc disease. I've had back problems for many many years I go and get sedation which is not fully knocking you out and I get my nerves burned so I don't have the pain for at least 6 months which is good cuz then I could get a lot done.

[@lynnfarmokie7553]

I Love when you braid your hair

[@KAY-hd8nz]

I’m 21 and I have a bulge disc in my upper back so it gets really bad… but I hope you feel better and I’ll pray for you

[@songbyrdha]

Sedation is not quite fully under, it’s mostly to relax you. For people who don’t take a lot of medication, or who have a low tolerance, it can make you very drowsy. I will warn you that injections can make things much more painful for a couple days, so make sure that you have lots of help and can really just rest for two to three days after.

[@ria2461]

Is not bad luck or bad year, is called life.. The back is the center that holds ur body.. Ur body do go through things.. 🙏🏻 You will be ok u are young and U have a pool, do water therapy is so relaxing for your mind and body..

[@cheyennehalliger5438]

Nothing is bad luck. It’s just hard times.

[@evelynfoster2706]

I wanna play !! 🤣 that looks so fun !!

[@hazeypoo3430]

Spinal Stenosis?? I would say check out Dr Eric berg on KZbin. I have followed him for everything. He has a few videos about spinal stenosis and one mentions about adding in k2. I as well have spinal issues and ended up having surgery and afterwards I found Dr berg. I suffer with back pain daily now with chronic nerve damage. I truly wish I had never had the surgery as I am worse now. People will never know the pain until they experience it firsthand.

[@kkay7988]

I hope everything goes well with you with your procedure I think Scarlett is a little big for you to lift her anymore I know it's hard cuz you're a mom and they're so cute I have kids of my own so I know how it is. Just a little advice from one mom to the next. I really love you guys' family I wish you all the best

[@alexismick5885]

I know how you feel. I have rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. And I have a severe vitamin d deficiency. And I'm young as well. I hope all goes well. Get better soon.

[@vickytaylor9155]

As someone who has a number of serious spinal issues get more than one opinion. Also if they suggest fusing the two bones together think very carefully as they won’t tell you everything. Also as someone outside of America, check your insurance covers everything and you get the best doctor you can get. I am so grateful that living in the uk we have better healthcare that we pay for only if we earn enough to be tax payers. Under 16’s are free.

[@theogfamily2596]

Im so sorry Melinda I know you don’t know me but I will be your Puertorrican auntie and be in prayer for you. I love your family your auntie family your parents are incredible I adopted one daughter but I don’t know how they get so many my is very demanding.😂😂😂I love her

[@Dragonfly31133]

I’m so sorry. I’ve had back issues since I was 12 and I’m 54 now. I’m paying now for the surgery I had to have at 12. Get a second opinion on everything please. I just feel like I have saved myself from unnecessary procedures too many times by getting that second opinion. The pain can be brutal. Oh how I know. But just consider a second opinion beforehand. 💞💞

[@nanniemaeminer6882]

You're probably trying to think of sedation.. probably conscious sedation to do the injections. I'm so sorry to hear that you're having this difficulty and hope that the injections will do you some good .... prayers are being sent your way

[@sarahebobo]

Epidural injections probably and under light sedation. I started needing those in my early 20s. I have degenerative disc disease. I have had many epidural injections.

[@sarahebobo]

And nerve caps and nerve ablations. An epidural injection isn’t done with sedation at my office though. I just had a nerve ablation today. That is the one they will do with sedation and so I had the sedation today. I’ve also had four spine surgeries. One was emergent and life threatening. Any in office procedures are significantly less recovery and damage done. Surgery needs to be very last resort and 100% necessary because it almost always messes up other levels of the spine. I have and artificial disc at C6-7. I have had a discectomy at L5-S1. I had a discectomy and laminectomy at L4-5. That surgery was followed by an abcess on my spine and meningitis which almost killed me. I had an emergency surgery to clean out the infection and I needed a fusion at L4-5 at the same time. Now I need a fusion at L5-S1 also and they will be in October. I will likely need another neck surgery before long. Definitely do everything you can to avoid surgery at all costs. I have severe neurological deficits which is why I didn’t have a choice. I hope the epidural injections help you! Or whichever injections you are getting.

[@natashaw401]

that bounce house water slide looks so so awesome! sorry ur in pain

[@theresavirgilio2662]

So sorry you are having issues with your back. I have back problems too. I am doing everything I can not to have surgery or get a injections in my back. Think about getting a second opinion.

[@rosemariem8838]

I’ve had injections for years and never had sedation. Only numbing injections. Very painful. I just had back surgery 3 months ago.

[@verlindaallen6299]

I've had cortisone shots and they do help.

[@pamsjohncrazycountry5523]

o no keep us up date pam and john we love you friend😇😇🥰😍😍

[@jennifermassie7227]

You guys should just buy a ton of bouncy houses!! With what you pay renting them as often as you do it would save you so much money!!❤🇨🇦❤🇨🇦❤