Microdiscectomy experience

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This is my experience from my Microdiscectomy at L5. It is a week later because I ended up staying at the hospital for several days. I am home now though! I still have leg and foot that feel asleep but the searing pain is gone! WOOT
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@dfjdskf9234j4fisd Год назад

I just had a microdiscectomy last Tuesday 6 days ago. I’ve got a bit of back pain from the incision, but ZERO nerve pain. This surgery has been a godsend for me. I’ve delt with severe back pain since NOVEMBER, once I heal I’m back to normal I’m super excited to get back to backpacking, rock climbing, swimming, running 👍🏼

@bedbackandbeyond Год назад

So glad it was successful for you! Congratulations

@freestylebully4849 Год назад

@@bedbackandbeyond I'm 10 months in of back pain. I found out I have a disc buldge at L5 s1 I've tried physical therapy, chiropractor, decompression exercises, deep tissue massages, medicine, etc nothing helps. I got a steroid injection 1 week ago I'm waiting to see if it will kick in within the next week to relieve me of pain. My doc said if it helps with the pain surgery will help the pain go away. I have ONLY BACK PAIN on my left side when I sit not when I walk or stand I have no leg pain (Sciatica). Has your BACK pain went all the way away after surgery? Also did u have leg or back pain b4 surgery or both 🤔 I'm going to see my doctor in 2 weeks and ask will a microdiscectomy help with my back pain.

@bedbackandbeyond Год назад

@@freestylebully4849 Hi! Sorry that you are in pain. Mine started out as pain in just the butt, then moved to my back and then finally down my back/butt/leg. Surgery got rid of all of my pain. I still have a little bit of numbness down my leg and a slight tingling in my foot. But I only notice that occasionally. Surgery wasn’t easy but it was the best decision for me. And time has just flown by! I can’t believe I can say my surgery was three years ago! Keep me posted!

@freestylebully4849 Год назад

@@bedbackandbeyond incredible story😍 how long was your recovery process and r u 100%

@pietvast4355 Год назад

@@bedbackandbeyond ' I still have a little bit of numbness down my leg and a slight tingling in my foot. But I only notice that occasionally'. Where does that come from exactly ? Nerve scratched ? Scarf tissue pressing on the nerve ? Disc bulging ?

@sarahmadan6617 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing your experience

@johnmitchell8925 2 года назад

Good luck to you. back problems are no picnic. And remember you have plenty of company

@windwalking253 8 месяцев назад

Only 4% of all back surgeries since the very beginning, needed to have surgery done. I was completely misdiagnosed (twice) by one of the best neurosurgeons in the Midwest.

@geraldinewout9338 4 года назад

I would very much appreciate to know how your story ended. I had the same experience.

@pcsolis23 4 года назад

How are you doing? I need to have the same surgery but am terrified. More so of the general anesthesia. Did you have anxiety prior tu surgery? If so how did you deal with it?

@bedbackandbeyond 4 года назад

Perla Garcia Hi! So sorry to hear you are dealing with this issue. It is such a physical and emotional struggle. I’ve been thinking of doing a video on that aspect of it. To answer your question about anxiety, I had none poor to surgery. It was so clear to me that surgery was my best option I couldn’t wait to get it done. Not to say I wasn’t nervous, but I certainly didn’t have anxiety over it. My anxiety came after, because I was so afraid of re-herniating the disc. I haven’t though! I still have minor nerve pain, but that’s because of the circumstances of my surgery. I would do it again if I had to. I’m a pray-er, and that’s what gets me through anything. Belief that God is in control. Prayers your surgery goes well. Please keep me updated on how you do. Can’t wait for your agony & pain yo be gone!!

@pcsolis23 4 года назад

King’s Court thank you so much for your response! I have been praying a lot and attempting meditation as well because this situation has caused me to have anxiety it’s horrible. I pray that God may allow me to find peace of mind and strength to get through this difficult situation. Love your positive attitude and how you keep a smile in your face despite having faced difficult times. I would like for you to do that video please! I am am so glad you are doing so well 🤗

@bedbackandbeyond 4 года назад

@@pcsolis23 Hi again!! I just posted a video on my emotional experience with this whole thing. I'm not claiming to have the answers but I hope it can be helpful to you and others to know that we are not alone in our anxiety and sadness.

@johnmitchell8925 2 года назад

@@bedbackandbeyond yeah you are definitely not alone with your pain many people have back problems

@freestylebully4849 Год назад

@@pcsolis23 I'm 10 months in of back pain. I found out I have a disc buldge at L5 s1 I've tried physical therapy, chiropractor, decompression exercises, deep tissue massages, medicine, etc nothing helps. I got a steroid injection 1 week ago I'm waiting to see if it will kick in within the next week to relieve me of pain. My doc said if it helps with the pain surgery will help the pain go away. I have ONLY BACK PAIN on my left side when I sit not when I walk or stand I have no leg pain (Sciatica). Has your BACK pain went all the way away after surgery? Also did u have leg or back pain b4 surgery or both 🤔 I'm going to see my doctor in 2 weeks and ask will a microdiscectomy help with my back pain.

@DJOMARDEE 4 года назад

HI, how are you doing now im having the same surgery next week, im very scare to have permanent pains of that sciatica pain will not go away i been unable to walk or sot for long periods since 2 months ago, i will like to hear from you. Thank you so much ;)

@bedbackandbeyond 4 года назад

Omar Davila Hi Omar, so sorry you are dealing with this pain. I am feeling SO much better now and I have been able to return to work. I do not regret getting the surgery. Recovery wasn’t easy but it was worth it to get rid of that sciatica pain. Prayers for a great surgery for you!

@bedbackandbeyond 4 года назад

Hi Omar, I wanted to check in a see how you are doing. Did you surgery go well? How is your recovery? It took me six months to finally say "Hey! I feel back to normal!" I hope you are doing well.

@Lo0oLa1990 4 года назад

I am very sorry to hear about your experience, i think the O.P it self is worth it if you are with the right doctor, i did the surgery in my L4-L5 and i am in my 4th week, i feel way better than before surgery how ever i still experience some pain here and there, my lower back is a bit stiff not that much however i still feel tired sitting in a chair more than 15 min., i take short walks (10-15 max ) as the doctor recommended me to move more but low speed/time... am not sure when is the time that i can say i am 👍🏻A.O.K.A.Y👍🏻

@freestylebully4849 Год назад

@@Lo0oLa1990 I'm 10 months in of back pain. I found out I have a disc buldge at L5 s1 I've tried physical therapy, chiropractor, decompression exercises, deep tissue massages, medicine, etc nothing helps. I got a steroid injection 1 week ago I'm waiting to see if it will kick in within the next week to relieve me of pain. My doc said if it helps with the pain surgery will help the pain go away. I have ONLY BACK PAIN on my left side when I sit not when I walk or stand I have no leg pain (Sciatica). Has your BACK pain went all the way away after surgery? Also did u have leg or back pain b4 surgery or both 🤔 I'm going to see my doctor in 2 weeks and ask will a microdiscectomy help with my back pain.

@johnmitchell8925 2 года назад

What you had done was a minimum surgery a fusion is a major surgery

@AbhishekPatel-su5cd 3 года назад

Hey I had gone through microdisectnomy last month due to herinated disc at L4-L5 level..... although my 90% pain is gone but I'm still feeling sciatica pain at buttocks and leg ...is it normal ? Will it disappear with time? Plzz reply I'm 23 year old

@bedbackandbeyond 3 года назад

Hi! Sorry you’re dealing with this so long! It can be normal. It might be post surgery inflammation, which you could get some prescription anti-inflammatory meds for, OR it could be that your body is just used to being in pain and will need to be reprogrammed with therapy. Everyone has different experiences, but I would highly recommend talking to your doctor if you are concerned. I needed the post surgery anti-inflammation meds about two weeks after surgery because the pain came back, but they helped. Feel better!

@geraldkovach520 9 месяцев назад

I hope you see this and can answer this for me. I’m having the same problem. It’s been a month and I’m having nerve pain from my knee to my foot. Did your pain go away on its own? Thanks

@tomloebenstein3037 21 день назад

Was it a broad based herniation? How big?

@bedbackandbeyond 21 день назад

@@tomloebenstein3037 No it was focal. I don’t know how many millimeters it was. It looked small (in my opinion) on the MRI.

@johnmitchell8925 2 года назад

Remember that a microdiscectomy is only a band aid a temporary fix most of the time from what I have read so be extra careful doing things now and make sure you keep your core 💪 strong by doing exercises

@dfjdskf9234j4fisd Год назад

My orthopedic surgeon, and my neurosurgeon both said it will be a permanent fix for me. 6-8 weeks I’ll be able to return to sports like I did before my main injury. There is a 10% chance that I could get a re-herniation if I’m not careful though, but I’ll be careful trust me

@freestylebully4849 Год назад

@@dfjdskf9234j4fisd I'm 10 months in of back pain. I found out I have a disc buldge at L5 s1 I've tried physical therapy, chiropractor, decompression exercises, deep tissue massages, medicine, etc nothing helps. I got a steroid injection 1 week ago I'm waiting to see if it will kick in within the next week to relieve me of pain. My doc said if it helps with the pain surgery will help the pain go away. I have ONLY BACK PAIN on my left side when I sit not when I walk or stand I have no leg pain (Sciatica). Has your BACK pain went all the way away after surgery? Also did u have leg or back pain b4 surgery or both 🤔 I'm going to see my doctor in 2 weeks and ask will a microdiscectomy help with my back pain.

@dfjdskf9234j4fisd Год назад

@@freestylebully4849 I didn’t have any pain or numbness in either leg, I’ve had severe back pain since November when it came to a point, I work at a nursing home and I was transferring a heavy patient, it did me in. I’ve been in pain every day since then, severe back pain. Today it’s been exactly 2 weeks since my surgery, I’ve had ZERO back pain due to nerves and I’m walking 100% normal now!! For months I tried PT, did nothing. My orthopedic surgeon, and my neurosurgeon both recommended surgery, it worked 100%. My incision is 90% healed and I couldn’t be more stoked, I’d say go for it dude! Just get a good surgeon of course. Let me know if you have any other questions!