Fumblyfingers Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Hi guy, so many of you have been so supportive from my surgery to now....figured I would fill you in on my latest info. I am a bit hesitant to post here since it has less than nothing to do with guitars and is all about me, but it seems appropriate since you guys always show concern. Thank you for that by the way. I am ecstatic. I just got back from seeing my surgeon at roughly 7 weeks post op. My first post op CT Scan was done this past Monday. He walked in and said " You are fully fused! I have never seen this much fusion, this fast ever before!" He then sat down with me and showed me the CT Scan presentation on a computer type thing. He can move the CT Scan images around so you can see any aspect of it you want, above, below, through the side, in the middles....anything at all. I could see the fusion all the way through the cages top and bottom on both sides. He also showed me the pedicle screws, the placement absolutely perfect, no nerve issues or blood vessel things. I could see how the radiolucent Peek Rods don't interfere with the CT Scan ability to "see" everything through them. He went on to explain that it is what they call a "soft fusion" in that it is complete but the bone has not yet hardened and reached full strength which takes about a year. So full fusion just not yet up to strength...takes time. I am so very happy. I feel like a huge weight has been lifted off me. I was accepting nothing less than full fusion anyway, from before my surgery, but LOL it would have been hard to swallow if all my positive thoughts went south. My fall did not help, after that I started stressing that I damaged something and had to fight those thoughts daily. Anyway this is the the best news I could get at this point. The more I go along the more I realize what a great surgeon this guy is. He is highly sought after and hard to get in with...I lucked out there also. The guy is a master soft machine mechanic. Anyway, no work yet...still no lifting and working out, no physical therapy. He said I might not need therapy anyway.He wants me walking with 2lb ankle weights for 1 hour a day total I still have issues and many bridges to cross, I have quite severe leg pain...have to take an Oxycodon every 4-6 hours, my feet burn, ankles hurt, toes have nerve pain etc etc etc. I still cannot pick up my baby girl, swim, ride my bike etc etc etc. All normal stuff the pain as nerves wake up etc. But just knowing that I am fusing is awesome! The alternative would have been no fusion seen, which would have meant the sugery failed. Positive mental attitude is so important, and not letting depression allow the negative side to take over...I believe this....I also must say you guys have helped me with this, and coming here every day to talk with you has also helped keep my mind off things. Thank you so much to you all! I am also going to be saying many prayers of thanks in the coming weeks. Okay....back to Medal of Honor-Vanguard..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil W Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Great news, Lister! Great news! Praise God! http://philwbass.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Ellwood Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Congrats Lister!! wonderful news for sure! Tell your doc the reason for the unusual fusion was because you are a Fusion Jazz guitarslinger!! this is a great day for you!! http://www.thestringnetwork.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Surgeon, schmurgeon... We're a good bunch of guys! Dats what healed you so quick.. It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdrs Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 There ya go!! I feel better too!! LOL Happy Day, Lister. In fact, a FANTASTIC DAY, I'd say!! Don "There once was a note, Pure and Easy. Playing so free, like a breath rippling by." http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=574296 http://www.myspace.com/imdrs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A String Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Great to hear Lister! Depression after surgery is a normal thing. Keep a positive outlook and keep on fusing! Craig Stringnetwork on Facebook String Network Forum My Music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampdog Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Soon it'll be in the rear view mirror... If it ain't fun...why do it...? http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=778394&content=music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillWelcome Home Studios Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Nice! Listen, what are the ankle weights for? I ask because a of of pros here in the US are finding other ways to add weight to the exercise because of the knee damage that occurs using ankle weights. The guys who worked on my knees are sports medicine pros, and they stopped me from doing that, suggesting that I add body weight instead. (There are several ways to do this, from as sporty as a weight vest to as simple as carrying a couple of cans of tinned food.) Bill "I believe that entertainment can aspire to be art, and can become art, but if you set out to make art you're an idiot." Steve Martin Show business: we're all here because we're not all there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbote Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 That is such great news! Congratulations, and keep up the good thoughts - I am a firm believer in the power of positive thinking, and with things fusing so well, just keep those good thoughts flowing. That is just super news. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fumblyfingers Posted August 9, 2007 Author Share Posted August 9, 2007 what are the ankle weights for? Bill Bill you make a good point...I will be sure and ask him about that. My guess is no weight vest because that places the weight on my back. I had asked him if I could work out my legs on a leg press and he said no exercising other than walking and suggested I get some leg weights. I am trying them now.....don't really like the feel of tham tell you the truth. Even after a few minutes I can feel it in my knees a bit. Thanks everyone. EDIT: LOL even just 4 added lbs I can feel the huge difference it makes....I can see why losing 25lbs made such a difference to me, although you notice it more added than lost. But the ankle packs really works the thigh muscles for sure. Man even 2lbs per leg feels a lot....I hope he meant 2lbs per and not total LOL. Seriously, it sounds like nothing but it is a lot.....at least to me anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Red 67 Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Good to hear! I know all about the burning/numbness. I still have that from when I broke my wrist. Here's hoping you don't have to take the meds some day!!! Big Red's Ride Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kramer Ferrington III. Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Hey, that's great news! Good to hear you are mending so quickly. Band MySpace My snazzy t-shirt empire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caprae Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Excellent. I know that fall had you very concerned, and rightly so. Glad it is going so well. You'll be playing one of the bad guys in 24 in no time. My elderly neighbor had a lot of fusing done and he is up doing his power walking like no one's business. Raise your children and spoil your grandchildren. Spoil your children and raise your grandchildren. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zuben Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Hey Fingers PTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTH! LOL Totally kiding. I am probaby happier for you than everyone here put together! Peace http://www.spotcheckbilly.com http://www.littlefeat.net http://www.bonnieraitt.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fumblyfingers Posted August 9, 2007 Author Share Posted August 9, 2007 HeyFingersPTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTHTH! LMAO...love you too man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluesape Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Excellent news! We're ecstatic for you, Lister! Just keep taking it easy and be patient. Never a DUH! moment! Well, almost never. OK, OK! Sometimes never! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 congrats mr fusion. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trucks Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Hey, man. That's excellent! Glad to hear its going so well! Soundclick Myspace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boggs Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 GREAT NEWS, Fumblyfingers! Keep the positive outlook and do a lot of visualization seeing the cross-linking and the hardening of the areas of fusion. Check out my Rock Beach Guitars page showing guitars I have built and repaired... http://www.rockbeachguitars.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A String Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 congrats mr fusion. Hmmmm...Mr. Fusion huh? I like that. Craig Stringnetwork on Facebook String Network Forum My Music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skipclone 1 Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 YEAH YEAH! good stuff-Happiness is a well-lit fusion. Same old surprises, brand new cliches- Skipsounds on Soundclick: www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandid=602491 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 congrats mr fusion. Hmmmm...Mr. Fusion huh? I like that. Wasn't that the time-machine, power plant re-fit after the Doc went to the future at the end of Back To The Future II?? It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bytored Posted August 11, 2007 Share Posted August 11, 2007 Excellent news Fumbles. Happy for ya. What can this strange device be? When I touch it, it gives forth a sound It's got wires that vibrate, and give music What can this thing be that I found? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Geoff Posted August 11, 2007 Share Posted August 11, 2007 Great news, Man!!!!!!!! What kind of reception do you get with the radiolucent Peek Rods - AM or FM? Geoff "When the power of love overcomes the love of power the World will know Peace": Jimi Hendrix http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=738517&content=music The Geoff - blame Caevan!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardtail Posted August 11, 2007 Share Posted August 11, 2007 Great news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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