My surgeon absolutely gave me my life back. He is my hero on earth. I was up and walking like this gentleman the next day. Fused L4-S1 and the pain I suffered with for more than 6 years and bedridden for 1 was gone! I’m 2 months post operation and I wake up with thanks and gratitude every day. I can cough and sneeze like a normal person without fear. I can stand up straight and now there is no use for this cane or walker that were my ever present companions before I just couldn’t walk or stand more than 5 minutes anymore . I’ve never had surgery in my life and my worries were great but it went absolutely textbook and I just marvel at how wonderful it is to not have pain at the front of your mind every single day.
I'm 4.5 weeks out,was up & walking 12 hrs after surgery, stayed 2 nights, have been home alone,doing it on my own, feeling fine,a little hip & leg pain(full ache)but otherwise doing pretty good, for 62! am soooooo happy no more pain,constant tingling in my foot,and sciatica! in the immortal words of James Brown 🎶I feel GOOD!🎵🎶🎺
Thank you for that sir. My father is expected to undergo such operation in 2 days. He fell from a tree. I will tell him about your experience to lift his spirit up and he Is same age as you.
Yes. I had this same surgery a couple weeks ago and got up just like that guy did and walked around. I felt pretty good also but mustve still had anesthesia and drugs left in me because the next day i felt like i got hit by a bus and every day has been the same for past 2 weeks. The pain is gradually becoming less but still 2 weeks in and i cannot get a decent sleep because of the pain
I’ve had this surgery. I was 4 days in a bed, hooked up to drips and a catheter before I was helped out by three people. It was the most painful op I’ve ever had. It took several more days at home before I could walk properly, and several weeks to seem more normal, although the pain eased quite quickly once I got moving. 4 years later and I am having a spinal fusion extension as the above disc has gone completely. I’m dreading it, as I remember the pain.
Sorry to hear about your experience. There are many factors that are related to a successful outcome. We can only go by our experience and techniques. All surgery should be carefully considered. Our patients were all treated by a highly experienced surgeon using advanced techniques. We have not been able to keep up with the video uploads but all are genuine patients.
@@thelondonspineunit-harleys9622 thank you. May 12th I’m having a fushion extension in Bristol by the same surgeon as last time. His last op is still in good condition, just my back is not. Perhaps this time post op will be better
@@777truths are you serious. I go in 2 days for fusion of l5 s1. As of right now I can still run 3 miles a day and be active, I just can’t stand his leg pain and back pain every day. But actually I’m happy. If this surgery makes me worse I’m gonna lose my damn mind
@@FromTheHood2TheWoods would love to hear how you are doing. I totally do not believe the video above with that guy walking and happy. I had L4-L5-S1 fused 5 years ago. One year later, the disc above ruptured and had that fused. The I fell and the pelvis/hip fractured where the bone graft was harvested to use in the first fusion. Had the left S-I fused (that’s a gnarly procedure). And then The disc above ruptured and this time I have a fusion from the lateral oblique approach. Each surgery has been “successful” in that it alleviates my symptoms but not on the long haul.
I'm 10 days Post OP with my Plif of my L4-L5. I am up walking with a walker or cane. Pain has subsided or at least now my meds are helping mask the pain. Still having pain when going to sit down, stand up, roll over, and when on my feet for too long. But I will say my nerve pain had only hit once since op and that is a huge change!
The first time I got up after surgery; I was dizzy, spinning counter clockwise, broke out in a cold sweat and my blood pressure dropped. They put me back down, gave me an EKG and hooked up an IV. After a few days, I was able to get up without the drop in BP.
They made me get up within hours of surgery and I remember that bp drop all to well. I know it’s been a while since this comment but it’s always interesting to read about people’s experiences. I had spinal fusion at 17 for scoliosis, in 2008 there was only open ones available no minimally invasive ones that I’m aware of. I’ve got a scar the entire length of my back till around L5. It was brutal, now I have to get another smaller open fusion and I’m freaking out that I’m not going to be able to handle it.
Had fusion surgery June 3, 2022 as I could Hadly walk, leg hip and foot pain. One over night after 3 1/2 hr surgery. No pain except for surgical pain and didn't need or take any of the narcotics they prescribed. For two weeks in heaven and I walked like a thirty year old like the guy in the video I Am 75 now. I had Absolutely no pain. However, I did something wrong like twisting, bending, sat on toilet wrong, reached for something, rolled in bed, or something went awack and now am back to square one. Toes numb, hip pain, walking with a painful limp. Three week x-ray showed (my opinion) a partial hardware failure allowing one side to compress back together. Have to wait four months to see what can be done to fix it if anything. If someone has this procedure, take the recovery instructions seriously.
@@lonnief7956Please tell me how the recovery is going after the surgery. I also had it done in Russia, it's been 3 months already, and it still hurts....😢
Congrats but I suspect the nerve blocker was still in effect, you already bent down and twisted which is a NO NO for the first 2-3 weeks after surgery when the Dr clears you after examining your the X-Ray to confirm the fusion of the pedicle screw to the bone. I hope you didn't experience any difficulties afterwords, kindly share if all went well at the end and how are you feeling now? I'm having L4/L5/S1 fusion operation identical to yours planned in 8 weeks time and I will be interested to know, thanks.
I just got that surgery 6 days ago. I had some nerve issues from the vascular surgeons portion and have had bladder issues since and had to get 3 catheters. My surgery also involved a disc replacement so it was like 5 hrs . Be nice to your incision. Do not try to pee too hard (the drugs u are on will make u retain urine, my 1st nurse said it wouldn’t so I kept taking them but she was wrong) or your incision will hurt for days… cough lightly and be gentle to yourself. I can’t believe they let him bend and twist and walk unassisted while loopy and he staggered. Back pain and nerve pain was manageable with pills and muscle relaxers but they only give you like 7 days worth of percs and tolerance is way up.
My husband had this spinal fusion operation today. He also had a spinal cyst removed. The surgeon, who is top of his field, described consequences of not having the operation, so there was no option. It was loss of all lower body function, bladder, bowels, legs etc. He was six plus hours in surgery. He is hooked up to all kinds of machines and is in severe discomfort already. He is 71 years old, so no spring chicken. God knows what the next few weeks will bring. Thank God for our NHS, I cannot imagine what this operation and the superb level of care he is receiving at Stoke Royal would cost else. I thank the staff there, with all my heart, for how they are looking after him so far. He was always so fit and strong, he will have such problems adjusting. Sorry, for moaning, but I feel so helpless to help him tonight.
Doctor asked me right after a decompression lumbar surgery how I was feeling I, told told him ask me in 3 days after the meds have worn off and I let you know.
I just had the same procedure, maybe a little extra, since they had to remove bone spurs, I am also in my early 60's and had this problem since I was 13 and thrown from a horse, lived with it all of my life but recently yardwork became unbearable along with leg and foot pain, I am two weeks post op and still in a great deal of pain, I am moving, getting in and out of bed is the worst, I still have a bit of fluid build up and inflammation on my spine according to my surgeon, he says next summer I hopefully will be able to resume most of my yardwork, I think there are a lot of factors that can determine your recovery, age and the extent of the injury, long term wear and tear, also if other disc are ruptured.
@@matmul4850 Yes he’s doing much better! He is only 35 and this is his second spinal surgery. It’s up and down some good days some bad. I hope you find some relief as well. 🙏🏽
Dang I just turned 30 I will be having L3-S1 not looking forward to the recovery phase... but I'm sure the king run it will benefit me more than sticking with a life long pain or potential paralyzation...
I’m a 62 year old male. I’ve been athlete every day for 45 yrs. I’ve had 3 spine fusions. Get ready for pain. Most will not prescribe much any more. Everyone is a criminal now. I had 5 level fusion & several things done at same time. They gave me Oxy-10 X 4 a day. It did nothing
@@mikequinn7223 you are correct sir. My husband is still in pain. Surgery doesn’t seem to really relieve the pain. It’s been hard finding a pharmacy that will prescribe narcotics no one wants to prescribe them.
I have to go for L4-l5-S1 fusion.....and I am terrified....watching this gives me hope. I've suffered for 20 yrs with lower back and leg pain.....for the last 10 yrs could not feel my toes or the top of my feet. Sciatic pain getting off the couch, out of my car, from my bed.
I just had L4 to S1 ALIF & Posterior spinal fusion 3 weeks ago. I'm doing really well, I think for a 64 yr old female, with spondylolisthesis, DDD, bone spurs and herniated disc. First week was not too bad. I spent 1 night in the hospital and a week & half on prescription meds, but now just using extra strength Tylenol. Other than itchy incisions, I feel really great ❤
@@codetrend544 13 months after my surgery I was diagnosed with interspinous bursitis is in keeping with Baastrup disease. That being said I no longer have the sciatic electrical shock pain but the constant pain in my buttock and hips and numbness in my feet is hard to handle.... I appreciate fusing 3 vertebrae will limit your bending over ( I'm 6'4" tall and 64 yrs old) and not wanting to be a ballet dancer but I fully expected I would be pain free. Not fun
Ok before the surgery a month ago I was like no wayyy anyone could. But I just did it and I got up like this. Not as fast but I was walking 4-6 hours after surgery . Definitely with a back brace, and nurses really close and a walker in front of me. 30 year old L3-S1 Fusion.
How is it now? I'm going to get the same l3-s1 surgery any recommendation like what should i do for good recovery? (I heard something like scar tissue form around the nerve that keep the pain)
@@rizkymuthazany1198 I’m doing great! I’m a year out and funny to say this but I’ve been on water slides and trampoline already. I had a rough first couple days but it was worth it!
I had infusion and screws and pins even had to straighten my spine some had THE BEST SURGEON the 2nd day I did get up out my bed and walked the hall everyday after that also and did very well BUT... Also needed needed my pain meds STILL
I had 345 fusion last turs oct 8th, with a cyst taken out of my spine. Im 5days out and have tje pinching and radiant pulsing . csnt wait for it to get better.
I just had the same procedure, S1 L5 fusion, cage, rods and screws from Degenerative Disc Disease and I'm day 3 recovering still using a walker. At 45 years old, same body build as him. How is he walking without any assistance?
@@noahdunaway hello Noah I’m doing great still a bit wobbly with right leg other than that doing great not quite marathon ready 😉 so glad I had the op if not I would have been off the legs all together - another few months I should be a 100% fit - thanks for asking how I am Noah I hope you are well and enjoying life 😃 x
@@sheilamilliken9642 I’m glad to hear that you are doing well from the surgery. I have been trying to learn as much as I can from everybody on RUclips. I put off surgery as long as I could. I first injured my lower back on a turnaround at the Exxon Chemical plant in Baton Rouge when I was 36 yrold. Long story short Exxon made me take a disability with 16 years of service. I rehabilitated myself through exercise and all which took a number of years and went through two police academies, the second when I was 47, and retired from Baton Rouge Police Department at 62 yrold and shortly thereafter started having lower back pain. I had my surgery on Oct. 13, 2022 at 72 yrold. I’m hoping to have good results, I don’t smoke, drink or chew or go with the girls that do. I have several motorcycles and my main hobby is drag racing, so I’m waiting to see how limited I will be. My dragster is easy to get in and out it’s all the other loading and unloading that wears me out. I guess I will see in time.
@@noahdunaway thank you Noah I noticed your operation was recent. I wish you well with your recovery please keep in touch and let me know how you are doing we can compare notes on our operations 😀😀 speak soon take care x
I had one spinal fusion surgery it didn't work then I had the alif spinal fusion surgery my movements are not the same anymore the alif spinal fusion surgery gave me nerve damage know I have crps in my lower right leg I advise anyone make back surgery your last option truly try other methods first
Trust me the next day or day two he was not doing that. They get everyone up now especially with the OLIF technique but trust me he was under the influence of some medication and the trauma and stiffness had not set in after a day or two of being still. Remember everyone is different and why would they showcase someone who was bed ridden and in agony post-op?
I was up and walking around the whole 6th floor of the hospital the day after my L4-L5 fusion. Today is the 8th day post surgery and I will be walking at least 5 miles today broken up into 2 or 3 segments. Pain free. Best decision I ever made. Follow my progress at Grow Zone Fitness and Nutrition. Lots of before videos to compare where I was before to now as we video my progress.
@@murdaapolis612 I had degenerative disc disease and L4 and L5 or rubbing against each other. I couldn't live with the pain any longer. I'm only 52 years old and I have a lot of life left in me and I couldn't do my job or live my life in the kind of pain I was in. After going through it hell yeah I would opt for surgery. It changed my life. But everybody is going to be different. My pain is 100% gone and I have no physical restrictions. It's been 8 weeks post-op and I'm back at work doing my physical job and I've been back in the gym for about 3 weeks.
@@DavidSuperDaveMartin70 thank man. That's the best news of hope I've heard about back surgery ever. 🙏🏽 this pain has become a disability. I can't walk right I can't put my shoes on normal. Always in pain. I'm considering it, chiropractors ways say they can fix something but end up making it worst
@@murdaapolis612 I’m having my lumbar spinal fusion May 18. I’m so scared, but I can’t live my life with this constant pain. I pray all goes well if you consider surgery 🙏
This is not an accurate portrayal of someone just after spinal fusion. Good on this guy if it’s real but anyone about to have the operation should not be fooled into thinking this is how it will go. I’ve had this surgery 4 days ago and it’s beyond sore. It will be fine I’m sure but I certainly haven’t been able to do what ‘superman’ here has done…
This video is 100% ego driven by the surgeon. I have had 4 surgeries to fuse a total of 6 ruptured discs. I have a top notch surgeon. This is totally unrealistic. I’ve had success and walked soon, but healing takes time, no matter how skilled the surgeon purports to be.
I just had the exact same procedure on Oct 13, 2022, ten days ago and I have had similar results. My only problem is that I have been on very strong medication for almost ten years and I have such high resistance and had to have morphine in the hospital.
@@KLR_FML I looked exactly the same in the hospital the day after surgery with morphine in my system, after leaving the hospital I have hurt a lot due to my high resistance to pain medication after being on the heavy meds almost ten years. I am ten days out from my surgery and finally felt pain reduction yesterday.
Okay, they did "surgery" to one location L5/S1. How does this parallel people going in for multiple lumbar repairs at the same time? They need to line up people with the typical range of surgical repairs. Then do a cross section of each. So, if you had 15 -20 post op reports, from one specific surgeon....that MIGHT be GENERALLY indicative? Just my lay curiosity suggesting this is a unrealistic promo piece.
@@HappyHourGirlKola me too, I had threaten to leave the hospital before they finally gave me morphine, I have been on strong pain medication for almost
I’m having L3-L5 spinal fusion surgery next Tuesday and I am completely, utterly terrified the closer it gets. I keep hyperventilating and breaking out in cold sweats and dizziness from nerves. Can anyone recommend a relaxation tactic they used prior to having the same surgery?
The anesthesiologist will give you something before surgery for Anxiety. I had an attack that morning AFTER I found out I wouldnt be going home. You will be fine!! I Was NOT up like this guy after 2 hours, it was painful AS HELL and needed a bedside commode. Good Luck. I am now fully 1 month post-op
I just got it a week ago , all went well , I went back home the next day not remembering anything, make sure you take your pain meds when sent back home. Try to make small walk each time a little more every day, after one week , no pain just the left side some soreness and tingling because of cut from surgery. Be patient everything will workout fine , just have faith in your higher self that you can do it. 💪
I need Cervical 2-5, then thorassic 4 discs, then Lumbar 3-4, then hip. 3 year process? If infections or anesthesia does not kill me? Stop the world I want to get off.
Were you in a bad car accident or something? Why do you need all that? Are you super obese? Did you play a lot of sports? I have to get L5 S1 fusion next month, the disc is basically gone it’s bone on bone and it’s digging into my spine cord causing horrific leg pain
There are many ways in which Lumbar Fusion is performed. We normally use the TLIF technique with specialised equipment which avoids muscle damage and recovery is usually quick. Not sure where your procedure was performed but it is likely you will continue to improve as it can take 3 months to recover using traditional techniques.
Hi Micky, we have a tried and tested pathway using the same staff, minimal anaesthesia, precision instruments, muscle preserving approach and a few extra in house developed tweaks combined with a passion to achieve the best outcomes.
They wanna replace my l-4 l-5 and fuse s-1 I’ve held off since accident a year but I’m super scared looks like I have no choice second opinion soon just to make sure.
its hard to believe after2 hours may be its was second day the way he walking because I was have 1 inchs cut on bally that make me Feel pain even second day.
Please call the office and get a quote. Prices depend on the condition you have, but we are probably the lowest cost in London for this type of surgery.
Just has S4 to L1 and it was about $140k, I think. I haven't seen all the statements from insurance, but my deductible was paid, so no cost to me, thankfully. 3 weeks out and doing great.
This is bull crap..I had L4/L5 surgery..fusion surgery and a rod and 3 screws on 11/29/21..there is no way in hell I could get up like this guy..so stop the lies
I am not sure what type of surgery you had, but if it was lumbar fusion similar to this procedure and surgery went according to plan then it is likley to improve over the next few weeks and months.
@@jorgerivera1664 I am also a commercial truck driver and it’s probably the reason my back got so bad in the first place. I had to come off the road and I was bedridden a whole year before I had the surgery. I’m 100% pain free now.
@@thelondonspineunit-harleys9622 I can attest that it is possible, but due to many years, ten, of strong pain medication I have to have a lot more medication. Even my dentist couldn’t believe how much Novocain it takes to numb my jaws.
This seems absolute bullshit. I just had a fusion done 4 days ago and there is no way in hell he’s walking without a brace. It’s was so painful after surgery I couldn’t use the bathroom for two days. I was also on a “pain pump” with one of the strongest pain meds you can take.
2 hours after surgery.. I was in agony and no way could I get out of bed till the next day after Surgery! Sure this vid is fake, like where is the catheters?
Moneymay…. Why not? I have Spondylolisthesis and nothing works for my excruciating pain! I have tried every injection, corticosteroid injections, nerve ablations, epidurals, nerve blocks and even pain meds, all which have not taken away my back pain & pain going down my legs to my knees when I walk. In fact, I can’t walk maybe more than 10 minutes or stand for 10 minutes. So I would like to know what you suggest.
@@sherh316 hi there!! Your case maybe different to mine!!! I had a smallish fracture and they decided to fuse my spine!! I think I would have been better off without but maybe your case is different
I didn’t have any choice, after ten years on very strong pain medication, and with my spinal canal completely closed up on my nerves like shrink wrap on electrical wire I had to do something. I feel like surgery was my last and only resort.
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My surgeon absolutely gave me my life back. He is my hero on earth. I was up and walking like this gentleman the next day. Fused L4-S1 and the pain I suffered with for more than 6 years and bedridden for 1 was gone! I’m 2 months post operation and I wake up with thanks and gratitude every day. I can cough and sneeze like a normal person without fear. I can stand up straight and now there is no use for this cane or walker that were my ever present companions before I just couldn’t walk or stand more than 5 minutes anymore . I’ve never had surgery in my life and my worries were great but it went absolutely textbook and I just marvel at how wonderful it is to not have pain at the front of your mind every single day.
This is awesome. You gave me hope 😊
have you done anterior fusion?
Who is ur surgeon??
@@syrianandproud Dr. Gregory Sheer
Ur 2 months post op pain free ??
I'm 4.5 weeks out,was up & walking 12 hrs after surgery, stayed 2 nights, have been home alone,doing it on my own, feeling fine,a little hip & leg pain(full ache)but otherwise doing pretty good, for 62!
am soooooo happy no more pain,constant tingling in my foot,and sciatica! in the immortal words of James Brown 🎶I feel GOOD!🎵🎶🎺
Thank you for that sir. My father is expected to undergo such operation in 2 days. He fell from a tree. I will tell him about your experience to lift his spirit up and he Is same age as you.
Yes. I had this same surgery a couple weeks ago and got up just like that guy did and walked around. I felt pretty good also but mustve still had anesthesia and drugs left in me because the next day i felt like i got hit by a bus and every day has been the same for past 2 weeks. The pain is gradually becoming less but still 2 weeks in and i cannot get a decent sleep because of the pain
I’ve had this surgery. I was 4 days in a bed, hooked up to drips and a catheter before I was helped out by three people. It was the most painful op I’ve ever had. It took several more days at home before I could walk properly, and several weeks to seem more normal, although the pain eased quite quickly once I got moving. 4 years later and I am having a spinal fusion extension as the above disc has gone completely. I’m dreading it, as I remember the pain.
Sorry to hear about your experience. There are many factors that are related to a successful outcome. We can only go by our experience and techniques. All surgery should be carefully considered. Our patients were all treated by a highly experienced surgeon using advanced techniques. We have not been able to keep up with the video uploads but all are genuine patients.
@@thelondonspineunit-harleys9622 thank you. May 12th I’m having a fushion extension in Bristol by the same surgeon as last time. His last op is still in good condition, just my back is not. Perhaps this time post op will be better
I’ve been in pain every day since!!! 2 years
@@777truths are you serious. I go in 2 days for fusion of l5 s1. As of right now I can still run 3 miles a day and be active, I just can’t stand his leg pain and back pain every day. But actually I’m happy. If this surgery makes me worse I’m gonna lose my damn mind
@@FromTheHood2TheWoods would love to hear how you are doing. I totally do not believe the video above with that guy walking and happy.
I had L4-L5-S1 fused 5 years ago. One year later, the disc above ruptured and had that fused. The I fell and the pelvis/hip fractured where the bone graft was harvested to use in the first fusion. Had the left S-I fused (that’s a gnarly procedure). And then The disc above ruptured and this time I have a fusion from the lateral oblique approach. Each surgery has been “successful” in that it alleviates my symptoms but not on the long haul.
Wait till drugs wear off. Different story.
Abt to say that....
Good lord!!!! Just had my L4-5 plif fusion. Even with the pain killers I had a 10 as pain level
I'm 10 days Post OP with my Plif of my L4-L5. I am up walking with a walker or cane. Pain has subsided or at least now my meds are helping mask the pain. Still having pain when going to sit down, stand up, roll over, and when on my feet for too long. But I will say my nerve pain had only hit once since op and that is a huge change!
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@@bozzhogg8338 Good luck to you I hope all is going well. My L5-S1 is shot. Also neck pain, basically my spine is jacked and I’m only 38.
The first time I got up after surgery; I was dizzy, spinning counter clockwise, broke out in a cold sweat and my blood pressure dropped. They put me back down, gave me an EKG and hooked up an IV. After a few days, I was able to get up without the drop in BP.
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Do you know what caused the drop in BP? Pain response /shock?
@@wallywally3738 I assumed it was getting in the upright position for the first time in 2 weeks.
They made me get up within hours of surgery and I remember that bp drop all to well. I know it’s been a while since this comment but it’s always interesting to read about people’s experiences. I had spinal fusion at 17 for scoliosis, in 2008 there was only open ones available no minimally invasive ones that I’m aware of. I’ve got a scar the entire length of my back till around L5. It was brutal, now I have to get another smaller open fusion and I’m freaking out that I’m not going to be able to handle it.
Had fusion surgery June 3, 2022 as I could Hadly walk, leg hip and foot pain. One over night after 3 1/2 hr surgery. No pain except for surgical pain and didn't need or take any of the narcotics they prescribed. For two weeks in heaven and I walked like a thirty year old like the guy in the video I Am 75 now. I had Absolutely no pain. However, I did something wrong like twisting, bending, sat on toilet wrong, reached for something, rolled in bed, or something went awack and now am back to square one. Toes numb, hip pain, walking with a painful limp. Three week x-ray showed (my opinion) a partial hardware failure allowing one side to compress back together. Have to wait four months to see what can be done to fix it if anything. If someone has this procedure, take the recovery instructions seriously.
But the cage inbewteen didn't stop it from closing agine ? How did it compress
Good afternoon! What are the instructions for recovery?
Still recovering after 4 months everyone has a different outcome. Just better than I was.
I am 3 and a half months post op . I have good and bad days . How are you feeling now ? I’d like to ask a few questions if you don’t mind ?
@@lonnief7956Please tell me how the recovery is going after the surgery. I also had it done in Russia, it's been 3 months already, and it still hurts....😢
Congrats but I suspect the nerve blocker was still in effect, you already bent down and twisted which is a NO NO for the first 2-3 weeks after surgery when the Dr clears you after examining your the X-Ray to confirm the fusion of the pedicle screw to the bone. I hope you didn't experience any difficulties afterwords, kindly share if all went well at the end and how are you feeling now? I'm having L4/L5/S1 fusion operation identical to yours planned in 8 weeks time and I will be interested to know, thanks.
I just got that surgery 6 days ago. I had some nerve issues from the vascular surgeons portion and have had bladder issues since and had to get 3 catheters. My surgery also involved a disc replacement so it was like 5 hrs . Be nice to your incision. Do not try to pee too hard (the drugs u are on will make u retain urine, my 1st nurse said it wouldn’t so I kept taking them but she was wrong) or your incision will hurt for days… cough lightly and be gentle to yourself. I can’t believe they let him bend and twist and walk unassisted while loopy and he staggered. Back pain and nerve pain was manageable with pills and muscle relaxers but they only give you like 7 days worth of percs and tolerance is way up.
I'm in my second day of L3 S1 FUSION. I'm drugged with narcotics and stiff as a board. I envey your recovery.
How is it now? I'm going to get the same surgery...
My husband had this spinal fusion operation today. He also had a spinal cyst removed. The surgeon, who is top of his field, described consequences of not having the operation, so there was no option. It was loss of all lower body function, bladder, bowels, legs etc. He was six plus hours in surgery. He is hooked up to all kinds of machines and is in severe discomfort already. He is 71 years old, so no spring chicken. God knows what the next few weeks will bring. Thank God for our NHS, I cannot imagine what this operation and the superb level of care he is receiving at Stoke Royal would cost else. I thank the staff there, with all my heart, for how they are looking after him so far. He was always so fit and strong, he will have such problems adjusting. Sorry, for moaning, but I feel so helpless to help him tonight.
How has his recovery been? if you dont mind me asking. I am about to go through this procedure in a week. Thank you :)
@@kimberlyfoster7148how are you doing? I'm about to get a fusion also
Doctor asked me right after a decompression lumbar surgery how I was feeling I, told told him ask me in 3 days after the meds have worn off and I let you know.
I just had the same procedure, maybe a little extra, since they had to remove bone spurs, I am also in my early 60's and had this problem since I was 13 and thrown from a horse, lived with it all of my life but recently yardwork became unbearable along with leg and foot pain, I am two weeks post op and still in a great deal of pain, I am moving, getting in and out of bed is the worst, I still have a bit of fluid build up and inflammation on my spine according to my surgeon, he says next summer I hopefully will be able to resume most of my yardwork, I think there are a lot of factors that can determine your recovery, age and the extent of the injury, long term wear and tear, also if other disc are ruptured.
How are you today? I'm 61 and surgery soon for 345 fusion plus I have a cyst
Wow my husband had surgery a week ago and even with pain meds he is in excruciating pain.
That’s sad to hear. Hope he’s doing better now. My back is shot and I’m "only" 40.
@@matmul4850 Yes he’s doing much better! He is only 35 and this is his second spinal surgery. It’s up and down some good days some bad. I hope you find some relief as well. 🙏🏽
Dang I just turned 30 I will be having L3-S1 not looking forward to the recovery phase... but I'm sure the king run it will benefit me more than sticking with a life long pain or potential paralyzation...
I’m a 62 year old male. I’ve been athlete every day for 45 yrs. I’ve had 3 spine fusions. Get ready for pain. Most will not prescribe much any more. Everyone is a criminal now. I had 5 level fusion & several things done at same time. They gave me Oxy-10 X 4 a day. It did nothing
@@mikequinn7223 you are correct sir. My husband is still in pain. Surgery doesn’t seem to really relieve the pain. It’s been hard finding a pharmacy that will prescribe narcotics no one wants to prescribe them.
I have to go for L4-l5-S1 fusion.....and I am terrified....watching this gives me hope. I've suffered for 20 yrs with lower back and leg pain.....for the last 10 yrs could not feel my toes or the top of my feet. Sciatic pain getting off the couch, out of my car, from my bed.
How was it?
Update
I just had L4 to S1 ALIF & Posterior spinal fusion 3 weeks ago. I'm doing really well, I think for a 64 yr old female, with spondylolisthesis, DDD, bone spurs and herniated disc. First week was not too bad. I spent 1 night in the hospital and a week & half on prescription meds, but now just using extra strength Tylenol. Other than itchy incisions, I feel really great ❤
@@codetrend544 13 months after my surgery I was diagnosed with interspinous bursitis is in keeping with Baastrup disease. That being said I no longer have the sciatic electrical shock pain but the constant pain in my buttock and hips and numbness in my feet is hard to handle.... I appreciate fusing 3 vertebrae will limit your bending over ( I'm 6'4" tall and 64 yrs old) and not wanting to be a ballet dancer but I fully expected I would be pain free. Not fun
Ok before the surgery a month ago I was like no wayyy anyone could. But I just did it and I got up like this. Not as fast but I was walking 4-6 hours after surgery . Definitely with a back brace, and nurses really close and a walker in front of me. 30 year old L3-S1 Fusion.
How is it now? I'm going to get the same l3-s1 surgery any recommendation like what should i do for good recovery? (I heard something like scar tissue form around the nerve that keep the pain)
@@rizkymuthazany1198 I’m doing great! I’m a year out and funny to say this but I’ve been on water slides and trampoline already. I had a rough first couple days but it was worth it!
Well you are a walking miracle because I hurt like hell.
I had infusion and screws and pins even had to straighten my spine some had THE BEST SURGEON the 2nd day I did get up out my bed and walked the hall everyday after that also and did very well BUT... Also needed needed my pain meds STILL
How are you doing now, 6 months out ?
I had 345 fusion last turs oct 8th, with a cyst taken out of my spine. Im 5days out and have tje pinching and radiant pulsing . csnt wait for it to get better.
I just had the same procedure, S1 L5 fusion, cage, rods and screws from Degenerative Disc Disease and I'm day 3 recovering still using a walker. At 45 years old, same body build as him. How is he walking without any assistance?
June 6 2023 hurt me like hell 4mos but surgery worked never again 4me pain was 110
After my fusion I was up and walking within 5 hours still recovering but all good
Glad to hear it. Good luck with your recovery. www.londonspine.com
How are you doing now, a year into recovery ?
@@noahdunaway hello Noah I’m doing great still a bit wobbly with right leg other than that doing great not quite marathon ready 😉 so glad I had the op if not I would have been off the legs all together - another few months I should be a 100% fit - thanks for asking how I am Noah I hope you are well and enjoying life 😃 x
@@sheilamilliken9642 I’m glad to hear that you are doing well from the surgery. I have been trying to learn as much as I can from everybody on RUclips. I put off surgery as long as I could. I first injured my lower back on a turnaround at the Exxon Chemical plant in Baton Rouge when I was 36 yrold. Long story short Exxon made me take a disability with 16 years of service. I rehabilitated myself through exercise and all which took a number of years and went through two police academies, the second when I was 47, and retired from Baton Rouge Police Department at 62 yrold and shortly thereafter started having lower back pain. I had my surgery on Oct. 13, 2022 at 72 yrold. I’m hoping to have good results, I don’t smoke, drink or chew or go with the girls that do. I have several motorcycles and my main hobby is drag racing, so I’m waiting to see how limited I will be. My dragster is easy to get in and out it’s all the other loading and unloading that wears me out. I guess I will see in time.
@@noahdunaway thank you Noah I noticed your operation was recent. I wish you well with your recovery please keep in touch and let me know how
you are doing we can compare notes on our operations 😀😀 speak soon take care x
I had one spinal fusion
surgery it didn't work then I had the alif spinal fusion surgery my movements are not the same anymore the alif spinal fusion surgery gave me nerve damage know I have crps in my lower right leg I advise anyone make back surgery your last option truly try other methods first
Trust me the next day or day two he was not doing that. They get everyone up now especially with the OLIF technique but trust me he was under the influence of some medication and the trauma and stiffness had not set in after a day or two of being still. Remember everyone is different and why would they showcase someone who was bed ridden and in agony post-op?
I had lumbar laminectomy and fusion in September and I am still recovering and not walking like that still
I was up and walking around the whole 6th floor of the hospital the day after my L4-L5 fusion. Today is the 8th day post surgery and I will be walking at least 5 miles today broken up into 2 or 3 segments. Pain free. Best decision I ever made. Follow my progress at Grow Zone Fitness and Nutrition. Lots of before videos to compare where I was before to now as we video my progress.
I have a torn disc and a ruptured disc, and I been living with this for years. You think that's good enough to consider surgery
@@murdaapolis612 I had degenerative disc disease and L4 and L5 or rubbing against each other. I couldn't live with the pain any longer. I'm only 52 years old and I have a lot of life left in me and I couldn't do my job or live my life in the kind of pain I was in. After going through it hell yeah I would opt for surgery. It changed my life. But everybody is going to be different. My pain is 100% gone and I have no physical restrictions. It's been 8 weeks post-op and I'm back at work doing my physical job and I've been back in the gym for about 3 weeks.
@@DavidSuperDaveMartin70 thank man. That's the best news of hope I've heard about back surgery ever. 🙏🏽 this pain has become a disability. I can't walk right I can't put my shoes on normal. Always in pain. I'm considering it, chiropractors ways say they can fix something but end up making it worst
@@murdaapolis612 I’m having my lumbar spinal fusion May 18. I’m so scared, but I can’t live my life with this constant pain. I pray all goes well if you consider surgery 🙏
@@HappyHourGirlKola hey I'll say congratulations cause we know you'll be alright ❤️ and keep us posted. I'm still considering it as well
I got got the Abbott spine stimulator implant it deff. Help 1st 5 days were the worst.I use it daily.
This is not an accurate portrayal of someone just after spinal fusion. Good on this guy if it’s real but anyone about to have the operation should not be fooled into thinking this is how it will go. I’ve had this surgery 4 days ago and it’s beyond sore. It will be fine I’m sure but I certainly haven’t been able to do what ‘superman’ here has done…
They’ve obviously shown him straight after surgery with the pain killers still working.
Yea I call bullsh*t too
This video is 100% ego driven by the surgeon. I have had 4 surgeries to fuse a total of 6 ruptured discs. I have a top notch surgeon. This is totally unrealistic. I’ve had success and walked soon, but healing takes time, no matter how skilled the surgeon purports to be.
I just had the exact same procedure on Oct 13, 2022, ten days ago and I have had similar results. My only problem is that I have been on very strong medication for almost ten years and I have such high resistance and had to have morphine in the hospital.
@@KLR_FML I looked exactly the same in the hospital the day after surgery with morphine in my system, after leaving the hospital I have hurt a lot due to my high resistance to pain medication after being on the heavy meds almost ten years. I am ten days out from my surgery and finally felt pain reduction yesterday.
Why not doing disc replacement instead of fusion?
Technology and success rate not really that good with artificial discs replacement. As far as I know at least.
Okay, they did "surgery" to one location L5/S1. How does this parallel people going in for multiple lumbar repairs at the same time? They need to line up people with the typical range of surgical repairs. Then do a cross section of each. So, if you had 15 -20 post op reports, from one specific surgeon....that MIGHT be GENERALLY indicative? Just my lay curiosity suggesting this is a unrealistic promo piece.
what will be limitations on body after full recovery? can be bend, can carry waight, can sit relax (without posture maintaing restriction)
I wasn't until 24 hours post op
That I could stand up and walk a few steps
That Dilaudid really works 😂😂😂
I’m having lumbar spinal fusion surgery May 18. I’m very familiar with Dilaudid but it wears off every 20 minutes. Morphine works better for me
@@HappyHourGirlKola I had mine L4-S1 done March 22. Sending you good vibes.
@@monisolaelliott9346 Thanks for the info. How’s your recovery? Spending healing prayers
@@HappyHourGirlKola me too, I had threaten to leave the hospital before they finally gave me morphine, I have been on strong pain medication for almost
I’m having L3-L5 spinal fusion surgery next Tuesday and I am completely, utterly terrified the closer it gets. I keep hyperventilating and breaking out in cold sweats and dizziness from nerves. Can anyone recommend a relaxation tactic they used prior to having the same surgery?
The anesthesiologist will give you something before surgery for Anxiety. I had an attack that morning AFTER I found out I wouldnt be going home. You will be fine!! I Was NOT up like this guy after 2 hours, it was painful AS HELL and needed a bedside commode. Good Luck. I am now fully 1 month post-op
I just got it a week ago , all went well , I went back home the next day not remembering anything, make sure you take your pain meds when sent back home. Try to make small walk each time a little more every day, after one week , no pain just the left side some soreness and tingling because of cut from surgery. Be patient everything will workout fine , just have faith in your higher self that you can do it. 💪
I am in the same boat as you. Can you tell me How you made out? I hope this finds you doing very well. Im terrified
How bad was your injury before?
I need Cervical 2-5, then thorassic 4 discs, then Lumbar 3-4, then hip. 3 year process? If infections or anesthesia does not kill me? Stop the world I want to get off.
I feel for you bro. It sucks but we just keep on plodding along
Were you in a bad car accident or something? Why do you need all that? Are you super obese? Did you play a lot of sports? I have to get L5 S1 fusion next month, the disc is basically gone it’s bone on bone and it’s digging into my spine cord causing horrific leg pain
Is this a very big surgery? I need to have it done.😮
Yes very big, 7months still on cane
Hi, what’s the difference between an orthopedic surgeon and Neurologist surgeon for this type of surgery?
wondered same because i looked up her surgeon ...says Neuro
Orthopedic specialization is bone. Neurologist specializes is nerves
I am 3 weeks out from fusion surgery I was not walking that good
There are many ways in which Lumbar Fusion is performed. We normally use the TLIF technique with specialised equipment which avoids muscle damage and recovery is usually quick. Not sure where your procedure was performed but it is likely you will continue to improve as it can take 3 months to recover using traditional techniques.
@@thelondonspineunit-harleys9622
I'm 2 day's late finding your technique. I had L3 S1 FUSION, stiff as a board.
Thanks
I go on Friday for my surgery. April 12, 2024.
Good luck. I just had my fusion on Apr 3. First day was the worst for me (nausea, pain) but each day is getting a little better.
How are you?
@bananatreehows 7243. How's it going now? I'm set for Sept and terrified
what is the revolutionary technique that you are using ? I have had spine surgery. I am just curious
Hi Micky, we have a tried and tested pathway using the same staff, minimal anaesthesia, precision instruments, muscle preserving approach and a few extra in house developed tweaks combined with a passion to achieve the best outcomes.
@@thelondonspineunit-harleys9622 is it superior to an anterior approach ?
Thats nuts hes probably on pain meds at that moment
They wanna replace my l-4 l-5 and fuse s-1 I’ve held off since accident a year but I’m super scared looks like I have no choice second opinion soon just to make sure.
What did you decide?
@@lobstermania4025 no fusion I got a stimulator implant device bye abbott
I'm about to get L4-S1 fusion on Tuesday...not sure this is realistic for everyone LOLOLOLOL
how are you feeling now?
How did it go mate
This is not at all. I had a minimally invasive single level fusion and I guarantee you this is fake…
@@HypotheticalXmay I know how you feel now ?
Hi do you operation m6 L disc replacement ? and do you work with NHS?
Yes, this is the M6 Disc Replacement. I do work on the NHS
its hard to believe after2 hours may be its was second day the way he walking because I was have 1 inchs cut on bally that make me Feel pain even second day.
Results will vary
He’s still high on meds
How much did it cost?
Please call the office and get a quote. Prices depend on the condition you have, but we are probably the lowest cost in London for this type of surgery.
Is it normal after spinal fusion and decompression to have numbness in the pelvic region? Also no bladder control anymore.i week post op
Here in India it costs between 5500-7000$
My hospital for L3-5 fusion billed Medicare $183 000.00 yup!
Just has S4 to L1 and it was about $140k, I think. I haven't seen all the statements from insurance, but my deductible was paid, so no cost to me, thankfully. 3 weeks out and doing great.
It is after surgery exry
The XRAY is during Surgery.
The only reason the spine get deteriorated before 40 is weight lifting exercises.
Naaaaaa, impossible I realize a tlif and what a pain in the 2 day the Dr forced me to walk, I scream uuuffff
This is bull crap..I had L4/L5 surgery..fusion surgery and a rod and 3 screws on 11/29/21..there is no way in hell I could get up like this guy..so stop the lies
Truth bomb, thank you for sharing 👍same here! It’s been 3 weeks post op. Getting better day by day. Thankful. Blessings to you!
See patient 2 weeks after ruclips.net/video/H4v5SVwnX_8/видео.html
It Benn A Month I'm still in pain specially driving I have butt pain & cant walk is it normal anybody??
I am not sure what type of surgery you had, but if it was lumbar fusion similar to this procedure and surgery went according to plan then it is likley to improve over the next few weeks and months.
@@thelondonspineunit-harleys9622 Fusion L5 S 1 Aug 11 I'm A Truck driver I just Hope I Can Go Back To Work 🙏🏼🙏🏼
I wasn’t allowed to drive until 8 weeks post op after L5S1 fushion
@@jorgerivera1664 I am also a commercial truck driver and it’s probably the reason my back got so bad in the first place. I had to come off the road and I was bedridden a whole year before I had the surgery. I’m 100% pain free now.
@@monisolaelliott9346 I'm so happy I'm felling better my self
It takes months to heal. Wait till your pain meds wear off.
With the fusion you have compromised the rest of the spine.
That’s a big lie depends your case guys I had it so
Bad and painful after the medication goes away
i believe that's really fake there's e way he can walk that easy if he got a spinal surgery like that
We can assure you its not fake. Recent advances in Anaesthesia and surgical techniques make this surgery possible. www.londonspine.com
@@thelondonspineunit-harleys9622 I can attest that it is possible, but due to many years, ten, of strong pain medication I have to have a lot more medication. Even my dentist couldn’t believe how much Novocain it takes to numb my jaws.
Alex si entiendes español no es fake tengo 10 días de esa operación y desde el primer día camino
This is a lie
We can assure you its not fake. Recent advances in Anaesthesia and surgical techniques make this surgery possible. www.londonspine.com
@@thelondonspineunit-harleys9622 it’s a lie man I couldn’t even walk
This seems absolute bullshit. I just had a fusion done 4 days ago and there is no way in hell he’s walking without a brace. It’s was so painful after surgery I couldn’t use the bathroom for two days. I was also on a “pain pump” with one of the strongest pain meds you can take.
All those anesthesia drugs help too.
NOT TRUE
Fica cansado
A big fat lie 👎🏽
2 hours after surgery.. I was in agony and no way could I get out of bed till the next day after Surgery! Sure this vid is fake, like where is the catheters?
He is pickled in pain meds
Do not get your spine fused guys
Moneymay…. Why not? I have Spondylolisthesis and nothing works for my excruciating pain! I have tried every injection, corticosteroid injections, nerve ablations, epidurals, nerve blocks and even pain meds, all which have not taken away my back pain & pain going down my legs to my knees when I walk. In fact, I can’t walk maybe more than 10 minutes or stand for 10 minutes. So I would like to know what you suggest.
@@sherh316 hi there!! Your case maybe different to mine!!! I had a smallish fracture and they decided to fuse my spine!! I think I would have been better off without but maybe your case is different
I didn’t have any choice, after ten years on very strong pain medication, and with my spinal canal completely closed up on my nerves like shrink wrap on electrical wire I had to do something. I feel like surgery was my last and only resort.