I think that I am feeling even one more step closer to being my normal old self. I'm walking 2-5 km everyday and driving now is not a issue. The nerve pain has seemed to have gone completely in both legs now!!!! :)
Went to the cottage for Thanksgiving weekend it was a 5 hr drive with stops. When we arrived there I was very tight and sore but after a good nights rest and icing I was fine. On the way home same thing we took stops every hour or so for me to get out and stretch. It felt amazing to be out of the house for something other than hospital/doctor or physio!!!!
There is a light at the end of the tunnel as long as you listen to your doctor and surgeon. Have patience and a positive attitude. Depend on your friends and family.
Tried to go for a jog about 200-500 feet and it pounded on my back so hard, when I discussed this with the surgeon she said to hold off on any hard exercise until after physio starts. Physio will start in about 4-6 weeks.
If you have just had your surgery hang in there. The first three weeks are the hardest and it DOES GET BETTER EVERYDAY AFTER SURGERY!!!!
Last thing the surgeon said was hopefully we will never have to see each other again, but if you have any questions or concerns please contact me!!!
My surgeon was wonderful,
Dr Klurfan in Hamilton- Neurologist at Hamilton General Hospital.
