Medical Update

Well, remember the epidural shot?  The pain was fixed-----temporarily. 😩

So now, we are back to the drawing board.  Doctor reviewed my scans again and thinks he sees what the issue may be.  Need to have another CAT to confirm.  Initial thought is that some of the cement from the kyphoplasty srayed and is very near to & impacting the nerve.

We will weigh our options once we get the results from the scan.

In the meantime, he has prescribed Lyrica and scheduled another epidural.  Unfortunately, my insurance would not approve the Lyrica.  So, we wait for an alternative.

Thanks for all the love and support.

Pain Train Derailed

Went in yesterday for an epidural to help relieve the pain in my lower back.  The pain had been bothering me for quite some time.

We had done X-rays and scans in Texas.  Nothing broken, but the scan showed some new collapsed vertebrae.  We discussed with the doctor and decided we should meet with our Cleveland Clinic team to develop a plan.

Met with Dr. Savage, spine and neurological specialist.  He recommended an epidural and physical therapy.

Now that the first step has been completed, I am scheduled for physical therapy next week.  Pain decreased throughout the day yesterday and is almost entirely gone today.

Looking forward to the PT.

Thanks again for all the well wishes.  Truly appreciate it!