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jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/03/24, 05:34 PM well i have tried every thing else and i guess this is my last option i see the neurosurgeon a week from today to sign a consent form and he will set a date i thought i was doing better but still getting pain down to the leg and now pins and needles so i guess i wont be working out any time soon .......i will still be around once in a while though take care
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2003/03/24, 05:37 PM Yeah man keep us informed please! also do not give up you will come thru this and be just as good as new -------------- IF YOU CAN STILL ITCH YOUR NOSE AFTER ARM DAY, GO DO ANOTHER SET!!!
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2003/03/24, 06:34 PM Good luck to you....keep us up to date...you will be back! -------------- The one goal you will NEVER achieve is the one you never attempt.
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2003/03/24, 08:13 PM Wow..Thats a big step Jnellie. All the power to you man. We are all here for you. Take care. -------------- Peace on earth Ivan Montreal Canada
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/04/04, 02:01 PM i go in on wed for the surgery i guess he cuts part of the disc that is pinching the nerve and frees the nerve ....and that will relieve the leg pain i have....then rest after that .....then after about 8 weeks i can work out to some degree.....i am pretty nervous i have never had surgery before..oh well take care
rpacheco Posts: 3,770 Joined: 2001/12/13	2003/04/04, 02:44 PM Good luck, J! We're all here to support you and hope for a successful surgery!!! -------------- **_Robert_** Pain is temporary; glory is forever!
Ravenbeauty Posts: 3,755 Joined: 2002/09/24	2003/04/04, 03:50 PM good luck jnellie and we will be here waiting for your return! -------------- Bettia.... When you feel like giving up, take it to the limit one more time!! You will SUCEED :-)
roni0906 Posts: 1,008 Joined: 2002/01/24	2003/04/04, 06:42 PM Nellie, we all wish you best of luck. Take care and stay motivated. -------------- Lisa Just laugh about it....
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2003/04/04, 09:12 PM Hi J...If you get to read this b4 going, I wish you the best and the best recovery. I'll do some cardio for you! -------------- We must become the change we want to see. Ivan Montreal Canada
Philia2 Posts: 4,078 Joined: 2001/10/19	2003/04/05, 12:54 AM We'll be thinking of you Jnellie. Stay strong there!! -------------- - Nina :o) Les Victoires éternelles sont celles du coeur.
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/04/08, 11:45 AM well tomorrow is the big day i am very anxious to get this over with and start the healing process...just wanted to say hi and my best to everyone....will keep in touch...jnellie
bigbike Posts: 47 Joined: 2002/05/11	2003/04/08, 01:38 PM Jnellie:I went thru back surgery to remove 2 herniated discs in my low back. It is not "too bad" a surgery, but will require you to lay low for about 6 weeks after surgery and then they will send you to the rehab place to start SLOWLY building strength back again. Do not be tempted to overdo it too early. If your low back heals proper, there is no reason why you can not lead a fairly normal active life. You will be restricted to no more overhead lifting and no presure on the low back areas but other than that, the upper back, shoulders, arms and legs can all be worked. Abs can be worked and light weights can be generally tolerated to do low back work. Check with your rehab place about any questions you have about the work out. If you do not feel they are doing enough for you, then find a new rehab place. This is your life, health and future we are talking about. I know, been there and done that.
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2003/04/08, 05:50 PM Waiting for the big return bro. -------------- We must become the change we want to see. Ivan Montreal Canada
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/04/11, 01:52 PM well had surgery got home last nite..no leg pain...it was a success...feel like shit but i feel a little stronger today will keep in touch...bye
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2003/04/11, 02:01 PM WAY TO GO !!!!!!!keep us informed -------------- IF YOU CAN STILL ITCH YOUR NOSE AFTER ARM DAY, GO DO ANOTHER SET!!!
roni0906 Posts: 1,008 Joined: 2002/01/24	2003/04/11, 08:15 PM Good to hear the news. Hope you recover quickly. -------------- Lisa Just laugh about it....
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/04/14, 07:04 AM its been 5 days and i walked up to my neighbors mailbox yesterday...what a mile stone lol......have to go real slow....be in touch
Sempai Posts: 447 Joined: 2002/06/06	2003/04/15, 10:11 AM Good to here you are doing well, goog luck on a speedy recovery -------------- Never be afraid to try something new. Remember the ark was built by amateurs, The Titanic was built by professionals.
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/04/17, 02:18 PM well the 1st week of hell is over and i can walk around pretty much...still have to be careful though of course....see the doc mon to have the stiches out and see what he has to say about it....take care
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/04/17, 02:20 PM i forgot to say thanks to every one for the kind words during my ordeal...thanks again
rev8ball Posts: 3,081 Joined: 2001/12/27	2003/04/17, 05:26 PM Rock n Roll, bro........... best of luck to ya! -------------- Michael "Trample the weak; hurdle the dead!"
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2003/04/17, 05:28 PM Get a new pair of shoes J...you will soon be running! -------------- We must become the change we want to see. Ivan Montreal Canada
roni0906 Posts: 1,008 Joined: 2002/01/24	2003/04/17, 08:03 PM Just keep on pushing Nellie and you will return to us full duty. -------------- Lisa Just laugh about it....
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/04/21, 03:58 PM saw my doc today said i am progressing good ...still no driveing for 2 more weeks but said i can walk as much as i want which is good news so while i am out of work ican kind of set up a work out program through walking and lose the blubber i have gained over the winter...and it would be good for the back wil be in touch bye
Ravenbeauty Posts: 3,755 Joined: 2002/09/24	2003/04/21, 05:02 PM great positive feedback... see, we told you it was going to be okay. i know it is hard seeing that when you are in the eye of the storm but things always work out! -------------- Bettia.... When you feel like giving up, take it to the limit one more time!! You will SUCEED :-)
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/04/21, 05:04 PM it is great positive feed back and i apprecite it very much thanks
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2003/04/21, 09:56 PM nice accomplishment. -------------- We must become the change we want to see. Ivan Montreal Canada
roni0906 Posts: 1,008 Joined: 2002/01/24	2003/04/26, 05:25 PM Great job, please be careful. Don't want to lose you again. -------------- Lisa Just laugh about it....
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/04/28, 03:47 PM hi...i walked 4 miles today with no leg pain...the back is still sore from the surgery...but that is normal...did not walk the 4 miles in one walk did it in 3 walks..and i feel good .......just a little.....can fit in my summer shorts today...a little tight but there on me...lol....i will keep in touch..thanks again...
rev8ball Posts: 3,081 Joined: 2001/12/27	2003/04/28, 05:09 PM Keep it going, savage; we know this won't keep you down forever! -------------- Michael "Trample the weak; hurdle the dead!"
sypress Posts: 192 Joined: 2003/04/13	2003/04/28, 05:38 PM Good to hear that you are recovering well. Keep it up!
tenorsaxmandave Posts: 538 Joined: 2003/01/23	2003/04/29, 08:07 AM Yo JNELLIE! Walked 4 miles and no pain?! That's great. Sounds like things are going very well. Best of luck on your continued recovery! TSMD
roni0906 Posts: 1,008 Joined: 2002/01/24	2003/04/29, 03:07 PM Good job. Hope things keep progressing as they are now. Seems to be working well with you. -------------- Lisa Just laugh about it....
jnellie Posts: 924 Joined: 2002/02/24	2003/05/28, 09:24 AM hi guys well it has been 7 weeks now and i am starting to feel great ...started physical therapy this week...to iron out the kinks so to speak...just have a little pain in back from the surgery.......see doc in 4 weeks for last time and then i hope to work out some...just thought i would touch base take care...jnellie...still no leg pain...so excited...things are looking up finally
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2003/05/28, 09:25 AM Cool keep us updated!!!!!!! -------------- deadlifts rule!!!!!!!!!!!!!