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CiscoKidney07
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Username: Gregg
Post Number: 4812
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Saturday, July 30, 2011 - 11:24 am: | 
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As most of you know, I have been having some problems with my back lately. I went to see my PCP yesterday. I have been having problems for quite some time now. I was told yesterday that there was a couple of different approaches I could take in taking care of this problem involving a pinched nerve. I will hear form the doctor next week, but I am starting to get scared about what he is going to tell me. I know that one solution involves additional medication of a different type, one involves massive doses of prednisone in order to get the inflammation down. I am not sure what the third involves, but I am really worried. Ideas??
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papillonbleu
Forum Leader
Username: Papillonbleu
Post Number: 2058
Registered: 10-2007
| | Posted on Saturday, July 30, 2011 - 12:21 pm: |
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I do not have any advice, but I will be sure to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you and your doctor will be able to chose the plan that is best for you and it results in you feeling much better. Many hugs and wishes for renewal are being sent your way on the wings of hope.
Bobbiejo
Forum Leader-Multivisceral
dx: GERD 1995, gastroparesis 2002, pseudo-obstruction of the bowel 2004
multivisceral transplant, 6 organs, 10/06/05
University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital
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Meagan
Forum Leader
Username: Newheart14
Post Number: 1953
Registered: 01-2009
| | Posted on Saturday, July 30, 2011 - 06:54 pm: |
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Hi Gregg,
Sorry to hear you are still having problems. I was wondering if they have told you what the other solutions might be?
I had very large doses of prednisone and later on, a cortisone shot in the back when I herniated my L4/L5 disk which pressed on my sciatic nerve. Lots of fun that was. It took a while but everything seems to be working fine now. I wish the same for you as well.
I am saying many prayers for you in hopes you will be rid of this problem very soon. I know you're a guy that doesn't like to be held down like this.
Wishing you all the best. I hope they fix you up better than ever.
Meagan 
Heart-Liver Transplant - February 14, 2008
TGH, Toronto
Cardiomyopathy 1991/CHF
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DAP1122
Forum Leader
Username: Dap1122
Post Number: 2748
Registered: 05-2008
| | Posted on Sunday, July 31, 2011 - 04:40 am: |
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Gregg,
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. May you whip this issue quickly and painlessly.
God Bless!!
DAP
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Amy Tippins
Member
Username: Amytippins
Post Number: 70
Registered: 06-2009
| | Posted on Monday, August 01, 2011 - 11:34 am: |
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Gregg, Have you considered yoga? I know it sounds crazy, but about 3 years ago my back got so screwed up with nerve damage and tight muscles that I could hardly sleep. I started doing Iyengar (more medicinal) Yoga and within a few weeks I was a new person. I kept doing it for about a year and love it!
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CiscoKidney07
Forum Leader
Username: Gregg
Post Number: 4815
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 03, 2011 - 08:51 am: |
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Got diagnosis from doctor on Friday. Xray showed bone calcification squeezing the nerve on right side only at C-6 - C-7 and C-7 - T-1. I found it painful to do some of the stretches chiropractor gave me, so I am going to see what else he can come up with today.
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rainbowmom (yeages)
Forum Leader
Username: Rainbowmom
Post Number: 260
Registered: 11-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 03, 2011 - 03:49 pm: |
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Dear Gregg:
I am sorry you're having back issues, and prayers are coming your way my friend. You know, I am going to echo Amy on the yoga am going to add "and Pilates". Am a big believer. It strengthens the core muscles, and I am almost 100% certain that the stretches that your chiropractor is showing you are core work stretches to strengthen the core.
I know it sounds like a girly-thing to do (LOL) but I suggest giving it a whirl on exercise tv, for example. Apparently, many NFL players are turning to Pilates. And guess what? It is super, super tough. LOL.
All the best, and I am thinking of you!
Love, Yeages
rainbowmom
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Marina
Member
Username: Marina
Post Number: 192
Registered: 08-2009
| | Posted on Thursday, August 04, 2011 - 09:18 am: |
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Hi Gregg,
I'm so sorry to hear you're having such pain.
Sending you healing thoughts and lots of prayers your way!!
Marina
Nov 9, 2010 Kidney and Pancreas TX @ California Pacific Medical center CPMC San Francisco, CA . What a blessing!!!!
BELIEVE!!!!!!!!!! |
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CiscoKidney07
Forum Leader
Username: Gregg
Post Number: 4816
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, August 04, 2011 - 10:29 am: |
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Thanks, folks. At this point, I am seriously considering a cortisone shot, as it will not affect my blood sugar. I like that better than more drugs or surgery.
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papillonbleu
Forum Leader
Username: Papillonbleu
Post Number: 2063
Registered: 10-2007
| | Posted on Friday, August 05, 2011 - 08:09 am: |
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I hope you and your doctors are able to find an effective way for you to get some relief from your pain. You remain in my thoughts and prayers. Many hugs and wishes for healing are being sped your way on the wings of hope.
Bobbiejo
Forum Leader-Multivisceral
dx: GERD 1995, gastroparesis 2002, pseudo-obstruction of the bowel 2004
multivisceral transplant, 6 organs, 10/06/05
University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital
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LouLou
Forum Leader
Username: Manilaangel
Post Number: 1594
Registered: 09-2007
| | Posted on Friday, August 05, 2011 - 05:35 pm: |
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sorry to hear this Gregg. will keep you in my prayers.
Have you tried consulting an acupuncturist> I know some friends and family who had worst problems and acupuncture helped them a lot. No medications! I have a cousin who is an acupuncturist but his practice is in the Philippines. I have seen how many people he has helped.
I am sure you will find someone here in US- get someone whose training was in China, it is the real thing!
Hugs and take care
Lou Lou
Forum Leader- Prayer and Inspiration
Kidney Transplant recipient
July 2007 Chicagoland
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CiscoKidney07
Forum Leader
Username: Gregg
Post Number: 4818
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Monday, August 08, 2011 - 07:04 am: |
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I go today to get another x-ray. This time, they are to x-ray my shoulder. We will see if my problem really is a popped rib or not. I have had problems with this shoulder for at least a year, if not more.
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Karen R.
Forum Leader
Username: Relivkaren
Post Number: 5290
Registered: 07-2007
| | Posted on Monday, August 08, 2011 - 06:29 pm: |
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Cisco:
I am so sorry that you are having back trouble. My mom is dealing with that stuff too. In fact, that is one of the reasons that I have been away so long. I have been going to dr. appts. with my parents. She has been diagnosed with Spinal Stenosis. It sounds like what you described. It's a degenerative disease that causes a narrowing in the spinal canal causing everything from pinched nerves to bulging discs. She first started having trouble with swelling in her legs and feet. Then she had the back pain. She also gets terrible leg and toe cramps - probably pinched nerves.
Anyways...she has been to a neurosurgeon. He has recommended physical therapy and if that doesn't work - surgery. We are all praying that the PT works!!
She has tried pain meds, but not a cortisone shot. I think I would opt for cortisone instead of the prednisone. At least try it before thinking about
surgery. I have read that surgery can be tough. 
I will most definitely keep you in my prayers!
Thank you for welcoming me back. It is good to be back.
God Bless!
Karen
Dx: BOOP - May 2006. Rediagnosed with Bronchiolitis Obliterans Nov. 2006
Double lung transplant on Dec. 1st, 2009
Cleveland Clinic
Ohio, USA
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CiscoKidney07
Forum Leader
Username: Gregg
Post Number: 4821
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, August 09, 2011 - 08:50 am: |
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Karen, so far, I don't have any bulging discs. The only thing I appear to have is a pinched nerve and possibly a popped rib. I know better than to opt for surgery before doing anything else that I can to avoid it, if possible. So far, chiropractor has not done much good, other than to lighten the load on my back by removing part of the contents of my wallet.
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Karen R.
Forum Leader
Username: Relivkaren
Post Number: 5297
Registered: 07-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 - 08:23 pm: |
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Cisco:
Getting rid of that wallet just might do the trick!! LOL!!
My Mom had her PT today. We'll see how it goes.
I agree that you should do everything possible to avoid surgery!!! Just keep trying things until you feel better. I will keep praying!!
God Bless!
Karen
Dx: BOOP - May 2006. Rediagnosed with Bronchiolitis Obliterans Nov. 2006
Double lung transplant on Dec. 1st, 2009
Cleveland Clinic
Ohio, USA
Be kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle. |
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CiscoKidney07
Forum Leader
Username: Gregg
Post Number: 4822
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, August 11, 2011 - 07:37 am: |
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Doesn't the old adage go,"Watch what you wish for..." They are trying to get me in to see a neurologist now! Ah, hell, maybe they can do me some good.
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CiscoKidney07
Forum Leader
Username: Gregg
Post Number: 4823
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, August 11, 2011 - 07:37 am: |
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Doesn't the old adage go,"Watch what you wish for..." They are trying to get me in to see a neurologist now! Ah, hell, maybe they can do me some good.
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HeartChick08
Member
Username: Heartchick08
Post Number: 2
Registered: 06-2011
| | Posted on Friday, August 12, 2011 - 04:41 pm: |
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Hey Gregg,
Try Rodney Yee's Yoga for Back dvd. It works. My husband injured his back years ago & it looked like he would never ride his bike again. Years later he is still riding & using the stretch moves found in this dvd. It's worth looking into.Each time he doesn't keep doing it he can tell. Be patient with it. |
CiscoKidney07
Forum Leader
Username: Gregg
Post Number: 4828
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Monday, August 22, 2011 - 08:56 pm: |
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Last Wednesday I went to the neurologist. They did some testing, electrically and with sticking pins in me and some with just the pins. The doctor determined that I needed an MRI, scheduled for Thursday this week. After that is done, I am sure they will have an idea of the road that I must travel to get back into good shape. Thank you all for your kindness and concern.
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