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Spine degeneration

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Phoenix, AZ

Does anyone else have a lot of degeneration in the spine? Upper and lower. Had to go to ER last week b/c I couldn't move my left arm and turn my neck. Have an appointment with spine Dr on 22 ND. Anyone have an idea of what to expect?

December 5, 2017
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Members rallied around someone facing spine degeneration and nerve pain, with many sharing their own experiences managing degenerative disc... Read more

Members rallied around someone facing spine degeneration and nerve pain, with many sharing their own experiences managing degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, and osteoarthritis through a combination of steroid injections, physical therapy, and nerve ablation procedures like rhizotomy. Several members described their surgical journeys, including spinal fusions and vertebroplasty, with outcomes ranging from life-changing relief to ongoing post-surgical pain, emphasizing that surgery is typically a last resort after conservative treatments have been tried. A recurring theme was the importance of working closely with pain management specialists and spine doctors to explore all options, with members encouraging patience, physical therapy for recovery, and careful consideration of individual circumstances before choosing surgery.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I also have degenerative disc disease in my spine and osteo along with fibro divaticulitis.. DDD is very painful but I have had nothing done and take no meds..arthritis in neck and hands..

December 5, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Went to ortho last week. If you have a few vertebrae together they can fuse them to stop from moving and pinching nerves. My Niece had it done and they can do the 1/2 inch laser surgery now and you can walk out of hospital that night

December 9, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

expect all tests to be normal and for them to tell you you have arthritic changes.

December 7, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have DDD, degenerative disc disease. I could have surgery but with all the things I have in conjunction with it, my GP/PCP and I don't feel surgery is a good idea. Surgery would most likely cause a major fibro and arthritis flare up that may not go away. Plus, I've had problems with anesthesia in the past. I just don't think it's worth the risk at this point. Some day, I may have not choice but I do right now.

December 13, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member - I have had to go to the spine doctor. I fell and crushed two vertebraT6 and T7. I had the surgery where they removed the crushed vertebra and replace a cement of some kind. Went in for 7:00 AM and was back home by noon. Did not feel a thing. What relief!!! I would literally scream in pain and then I would not be able to talk. It is in and out and you feel like a new person.

God Bless - it is great to feel so good.

12/9/17

December 9, 2017

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